OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40099836

Requisition No: 837734 

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: OPS GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40099836

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 40099836 

Salary:  $40/Hourly 

Posting Closing Date: 10/01/2024 

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*****  THIS IS A TEMPORARY (OPS) POSITION WITH A DURATION PERIOD OF APPROXIMATELY 6 TO12 MONTHS, UP TO 29HRS PER WEEK. *****

****** BENEFITS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS PART-TIME POSITION. ******

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 Bureau of Community Planning and Growth is seeking a skilled and creative (Part-Time) OPS Government Operation Consultant III (GIS Analyst) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support planning and development projects, with a focus on creating interactive and engaging map experiences.  This is a temporary OPS position scheduled duration is approximately 6 to12 months, up to 29hrs per week.  Benefits are not available for this part-time position.

The Difference You Will Make:

The broad goals of community planning are to protect human, environmental, social, and economic resources; and, through orderly growth, to maintain the character and stability of present and future land use and development. Community planning identifies a community's resources, and the long-range community needs and goals. It provides a process for developing community consensus and for local governments to adopt their comprehensive plans. DEO 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!

* 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:  $40.00/Hourly

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This (OPS) Government Operation Consultant III (GIS Analyst) position will be responsible for utilizing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support planning and development projects, with a focus on creating interactive and engaging map experiences.  

• Collect, manage, and analyze spatial data from multiple sources.
• Create and update maps, visualizations, and interactive map experiences using GIS software.
• Develop user-friendly web-based mapping tools and applications to enhance engagement with geographic data.
• Perform spatial analyses, such as buffering, overlay, and proximity analysis.
• Assist in the development of GIS-based models for planning and development projects.
• Support data integration and interoperability between GIS and other systems.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members and stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of GIS data and outputs.
• Prepare and present GIS data and analysis results in reports, presentations, and meetings.
• Stay updated with GIS technologies, techniques, and best practices, particularly for enhancing map experiences.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• • Proficiency with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar), including creating interactive map experiences.
  • Experience with spatial data management, analysis, and visualization.
  • Familiarity with databases, data visualization, and cartography.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
  • Experience with Python, JavaScript, or other web development/scripting languages (preferred but not required).
  • Knowledge of web-based mapping applications (ArcGIS Online, Leaflet, etc.) and remote sensing (preferred but not required).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

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.