GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000665 1

THIS IS NOT A TELEWORK POSITION. CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK IN THE TALLAHASSEE OFFICE.

Regular business hours of operation are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday - Friday.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This position serves as a Grant Manager within the Division of Community Development, Office of Long-Term Resiliency (OLTR), Business Economic Recovery Unit.

 Grant Manager for subrecipient agreements awarded under the CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT subrecipient programs.

• Act as subject matter expert providing guidance across programs for various processes and deliverables including scope of work creation, QPR reporting, and ensuring compliance with all federal guidelines during life of subrecipient process.
• Provides technical assistance to subrecipients on an as needed basis
• Facilities bi-weekly project status meetings with subrecipients and their project team.
• Conducts contact reviews on activities and expenditures of assigned projects to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements. 
• Conducts onsite visits to view project milestones and offer technical assistance to subrecipient project teams.
• Works to standardize processes by creating various document templates.
• Serves as member of review process for subrecipient reimbursements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Producing high volume and high-quality work within compressed timeframes.
• Identifying program risks and resolving program issues.
• Providing support for bureau initiatives as needed in partnership with Leadership.
• Researching and analyzing documents and policies to inform program decision making.
• Draft program level reports, documents, and presentations for Leadership within Microsoft Office Programs.
• Monitor application and implementation of appropriate rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with financial and administrative requirements.
• Responsible for coordinating and managing activities with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Provide status reports to leadership on a weekly basis.
• Providing administrative support as needed.
• Analyze and track fiscal records
• Update project milestones in the Bureau’s tracking system.
• Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge in developing, administering, and monitoring federal grants and contracts.
• Knowledge and experience in administering Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and ability to operate computer software with a high level of efficiency.
• Ability to coordinate and manage housing program activities with other partners.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility and handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while representing the program’s best interest.
• Ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, customer service, or ethics.
• Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required.
• Ability to interpret federal and state regulations. 
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Ability to work during agency operating hours which are observed as Monday to Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM

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. 

Preferred

Grant Manager experience

Pay: $50,584.67 - $53,000.00 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:

This division specifically manages Disaster Recovery and Infrastructure/Mitigation funds in areas of the State affected by Hurricanes Hermine/Matthew, Irma, Michael, Sally and Ian.  This position is responsible for the management of federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the use and implementation of various subrecipient programs.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Office of Long-Term Resiliency is a growing office within Florida Commerce that supports communities following disasters by addressing long-term recovery needs for housing, infrastructure, mitigation and business economic development.  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 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 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 State College (TSC).
• 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!

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.