GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000052

Requisition No: 876639 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000052

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000052 

Salary:  $50,000 - $60,000 based on experience 

Posting Closing Date: 06/12/2026 

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JOB TYPE:    FULL TIME /      CS

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

POSITION TITLE: Government Operations Consultant III

OPEN COMPETITIVE

www.floridajobs.org/

Your Specific Responsibilities:

The GOC III support the implementation, administration, and oversight of Florida’s Economic Development Programs under the purview of the Department of Florida Commerce’s Division of Economic Development. Duties and responsibilities will include the following:

•  Participate in every phase of the economic development project process.
• Evaluate program applications to ensure statutory requirements and policy guidelines are met.
• Play a key role in connection with the approval of economic development projects.
• Coordinate the development of business analyses, reports and presentations to facilitate making important business   decisions.
•  Conduct and manage financial, business and legal due diligence (e.g. credit analysis, industry analysis and competitive position.
•  Evaluate potential transactions and assist in the negotiation of such transactions.
• Prepare contracts and agreements as necessary.
• Analyze state and applicable federal legislation or regulations that may impact Florida’s economic development programs and prepare briefings, as necessary, for leadership.
• Work with the Bureau Chief to recommend policies and procedures for program administration to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
• Work cooperatively with partners and provide excellent customer service to applicants.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong leader with solid business judgment
• Strong quantitative skills
• Team oriented individual
• Excellent analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Ability to understand policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of contracts and agreements
• Skilled in financial, business and legal due diligence
• Data analysis skills

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:

• Duties and responsibilities of this position must be performed at the official work site of the Department.
• Travel - may be required.

Preferred:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or two years of previous economic development or program management experience.

Pay: 

 $50,000 - $60,000                   

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:        

This position provides program oversight and technical assistance to businesses, non-profits, communities and other participants in programs housed in the Bureau of Business Development. Programs include the Community Contribution Tax Credit, the Urban Jobs Tax Credit, the Rural Jobs Tax Credit and the Research and Development Tax Credit and others as needed. The position is responsible for program processes, including application reviews, eligibility determinations, and records management. 

The Difference You Will Make:

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must. You will be part of a dedicated and dynamic economic development team and will play a vital role in in providing guidance to businesses and communities.

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.

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.