OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40099912

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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.

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:

• The OPS Government Operations Consultant II (OPS GOC II), is located in FloridaCommerce, Office of Long-Term Resiliency. 

• This Housing Team includes Housing Operations, specifically in establishing eligibility, managing construction, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), Contract Management, Appeals, Temporary Housing Assistance Benefit Management, Closeout and other related duties. The OPS GOC II position is responsible for supporting the Construction Lead’s efforts in managing all aspects of construction processes, to include review and approval of documents such as task assignments, costs of repair, inspection reports, and construction change orders for the Housing Repair and Replacement Program.

• Contract Management duties include but are not limited to: Processing contractor invoices for accuracy, allowability, and approval. Ensuring contractors have sufficient funding availability within the current contract to maintain operations. Tracking total obligation of funds by contractor under the CDBG-DR program and de-obligating funds, when necessary.

• The Housing Specialist will provide support to the Housing Manager by conducting eligibility reviews, in accordance with the State’s approved Action Plan, in order to determine applicant eligibility for the CDBG-DR program. At the close of the program, the Housing Specialist will perform a comprehensive review to ensure the State has maintained all relevant project documents to maintain compliance with federal recordkeeping requirements.

The Difference You Will Make:

The Office of Long-Term Resiliency is a growing office within FLORIDACOMMERCE that supports communities following disasters by addressing long-term recovery needs for housing, infrastructure, mitigation, and 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 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.

* 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.

Pay:  $25.00 per hour

THE HIRED CANDIDATE WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING:

The Housing Specialist is responsible for supporting the Housing Program’s efforts in managing construction, assisting in eligibility determinations, overseeing project awards, contractor evaluation, and being familiar with the general policies and guidelines of the Housing Repair and Replacement Program.

• Supporting Housing management by assuming a variety of different tasks within the eligibility determination team, construction management, contract management, appeals review, and Temporary Housing Assistance Benefit management teams.
• Supporting oversight of the award process of construction projects to vendors.
• Supporting efforts to determine eligibility of CDBG-DR applicants.
• Supporting management of the construction change control process.
• Contract management/Liaison
• Preventing Duplication of Benefits as required by the Robert T. Stafford Act (1988)
• Supporting management of the payment processing for all vendor payments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 THIS POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS

• Must be knowledgeable of HUD CDBG-DR law and rules, or relevant federal regulations.
• Knowledge/experience in construction processes
• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of proficiency with computer software and applications such as Excel, Word, Smartsheet, Outlook, and previous experience operating within a System of Record (SOR).
• Must have the ability to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication.
• Must have the ability to evaluate procedural issues; review and prepare decisions.
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment, while working independently as a team member.
• Applicant must have the ability to compile data from a variety of sources and present it in a logical manner.
• Possible overnight travel for a minimal or extended period of time.
• Working knowledge of computer software including, word processing, spreadsheets and email systems.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Preferred - Computer proficiency, knowledge or experience in federal programs and housing programs.

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.