GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 40031122

Requisition No: 865537 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 40031122

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40031122 

Salary:  $55,000 - 70,000 

Posting Closing Date: 11/21/2025 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME / CS

POSITION LOCATION:      Tallahassee, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position) 

Government Analyst II

Anticipated Vacancy

INTERNAL

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position serves to assist the contract manager of the Office of Partnership Engagement as the primary resource for promoting Department wide programs and partnerships for advancing the state’s economic development by providing support, coordination and direction for the business formation, expansion, recruitment, and retention.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Promote positive working relationships and facilitate ongoing communication and cooperation between the Department and economic development partnerships.
• Assist and serve as a secondary liaison between the Department and economic development partnerships to ensure efficient and seamless coordination and response to man-made and natural disasters impacting the state and its economy.
• Coordinate, manage and support projects related to programs for the Florida ports, space, sports, business development and tourism industries.
• Serve as a liaison between the Division and the Florida Ports Council, Space Florida, Select Florida, and other entities/partners as necessary.
• Represent the Department and the Office at partnership board meetings, councils, conferences, and other events as needed. 
• Draft and manage partner agreements on behalf of the department.
• Serve as the Department’s primary liaison with partner staff and members, as appropriate. 

• Work independently to plan, organize, and coordinate tasks.
• Prepare summaries and analyses of proposed legislation and draft amendment language.
• Develop program rules as required by statute.

• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

As a condition of pre-employment eligibility, a Level 2 security background screening is required, which consists of fingerprinting and a check of local, state, and national law enforcement records. 

Minimum:

• Working knowledge of managing State agreements and contracts and the state procurement process.
• Working knowledge of administration and monitoring of State agreements and contracts.
• Knowledge of the state’s key economic drivers.
• Knowledge of the legislative process and inner workings of state government.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong budget and financial management skills.
• Proficiency in utilization of computer using Word®, Excel®, PowerPoint®.
• Ability to produce professional level written work products.
• Ability to perform computer-based research activities.
• Ability to establish and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department.
• Travel may be required.

Preferred:

1 to 2 years of experience with State of Florida or Government contracts. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Pay:

$55,000-$70,000 Annually              

Our Organization and Mission:

FloridaCommerce works across the state to support Florida’s economy, robust and talented workforce, and our local communities. We are dedicated to making a stronger and more resilient Florida, so our businesses, communities, and workforce are better prepared to withstand future economic slowdowns and natural disasters. 

In collaboration with our partners, we salute our nation’s veterans and are honored to have the opportunity to support them and their family members by encouraging them to apply at FloridaCommerce for positions that fit their skill sets.

FloridaCommerce is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.  (TTY/TDD 1-800-955-8771 or the Florida Relay Service – 711.)

Let our mission become yours. To find out more about us, click on the link: http://www.floridajobs.org/

The Work You Will Do:        

Ensure that all partnership contracts are in compliance, assist with tracking payments, serve as the liaison and maintain partnership relationships, draft contracts, assist with annual reports.

The Difference You Will Make:

You will make a difference by ensuring projects are completed on time and on budget, maintaining partnerships with organizations that serve Floridians, and overseeing that vendors meet their obligations and that public funds are used correctly.

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.

How You Will Grow:

FloridaCommerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies.  Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with the Office of Training and Development within the Bureau of Human Resource Management. In accordance with our Vision and Mission, the employee:

• Furthers Florida’s economic vision by providing support that enhances the economy and develops, safe, and healthy communities.
• Meets customer/client expectations with an emphasis on responsiveness, quality, quantity, and timeliness of work.
• Provides information clearly, accurately, and succinctly; and exhibits good listening skills.
• Works collaboratively to optimize the effectiveness of FloridaCommerce’s available resources and tools.
• Uses knowledge acquired through education, training, or experience to complete tasks.

These expectations are for all our employees, and you will be expected to model these as a leader.  We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience.

Where You Will Work:     

Tallahassee is Florida’s Capital City and continues to grow by attracting development and new businesses. Tallahassee is a mid-sized city in the heart of Florida’s Big Bend.  FloridaCommerce’s main office is located in Downtown Tallahassee, the political epicenter that draws in visitors each year to visit the state’s Capitol. Each spring, the legislative session opens, and people pour in to see the Florida Legislature perform business and approve the state’s annual budget. Being in Tallahassee will guarantee you an experience vibrant with a unique experience, professional growth, entertainment, and culture.

Tallahassee is:

• Known for its beautiful parks, rolling hills and oak trees, canopied roads, hotels, dining, museums, arts, music, and natural resources (https://talgov.com/ )
• Home to major college campuses, Florida State University (FSU), Florida A & M University (FAMU) and Tallahassee Community College (TCC).
• Approximately 22 miles from the nearest beach ( https://choosetallahassee.com/beaches-near-tallahassee/ )

• Within a state having no state income tax for residents of Florida

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!

*  State Group Insurance coverage options+
 (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option)

*  Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)

*  Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year

*  Annual and Sick Leave Benefits

*  Student Loan Forgiveness Program (Eligibility required)

*  Flexible Spending Accounts

*  Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida colleges/universities)

*  Ongoing comprehensive training provided

*  Career Growth      

*  Highly skilled, professional environment

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

* We care about the success of our employees.

* We are always improving our technology, our tools, our customer’s experiences, and ourselves.

* A rewarding experience for reliable, compassionate, and professional employees.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.