OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40098802 1

Requisition No: 836073 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40098802 1

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 40098802 

Salary:  $25.00 to $27.00 per hour 

Posting Closing Date: 03/30/2025 

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Our Organization and Mission:

Florida Commerce 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.

Florida Commerce 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 is an OPS GIS Community Liaison position in Tallahassee, Fl with FloridaCommerce working under the Office of Broadband within the Division of Community Development.

This position serves as the lead on StoryMapping within the Office of Broadband and the main resource for community assistance regarding GIS products released by the Office. This position works alongside other GIS professionals to create GIS products and solutions from design to release.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Office of Broadband is a growing office within FloridaCommerce that supports communities by addressing the gap in Broadband services and availability to support overall economic development.  

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

How You Will Grow:

Florida Commerce encourages its employees to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies.  Trainings are made available throughout the year and on request with our Office of Human Resources Training and with our Division of Workforce Training Unit. 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 Florida Commerce’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.  Florida Commerce’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 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!

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

Pay:  $25.00-$27.00 per hour:

Commensurate with experience.

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This is an OPS GIS Community Liaison position in Tallahassee, FL with FloridaCommerce working under the Office of Broadband within the Division of Community Development.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Assists Broadband Communication Staff in communicating and coordinating GIS material approval from Agency Communications Staff. Completes/coordinates changes to GIS material as required by Office, Division, or Agency Communications Staff.
• Serves as lead on planning, design, implementation, and upkeep of ArcGIS StoryMaps.
• Design data ingestion processes and coordinate with Broadband grant sub-recipients to gather additional data related to StoryMapping.
• Collaborate with GIS Analysts to perform base level analysis related to Broadband activities.
• Assists with ArcGIS Hub tasks as assigned, including but not limited to, modifying content, providing basic HTML/CSS support, upkeep of published content, and managing hub centric processes.
• Serves as primary point of contact for Broadband GIS applications including assisting both internal and external parties.
• Performs special work assignments that require independent work as directed by GIS Coordinator.
• Works on projects as assigned to prepare reports for use by FloridaCommerce and partners in evaluating operations for related decision making.
• Collaborates with the greater GIS team to accomplish overarching projects and objectives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge and experience using ArcGIS products, including ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Hub, ArcGIS StoryMapping, and ArcGIS Survery123 (connect).
• Working knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Basic Knowledge of Geodatabase principles.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous, and effective manner.
• Ability to thrive in a growing, fast-paced, work environment.
• Ability to organize, prioritize work assignments, and effectively manage multiple tasks under minimal supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent analytical and critical thinking abilities.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE APPLICANTS THAT HAVE THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree or related experience in geography, or related field.  

• At least one year of experience working with Esri ArcGIS Software.
• Local/State government experience is a plus.

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.