State of Florida
DVOP GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40034478
State of Florida, Florida, New York, United States
Requisition No: 867773 – Agency: Commerce – Working Title: DVOP GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II – Position Number: 40034478 – Salary: AGENCY TO UPDATE – Posting Closing Date: 01/20/2026 – Total Compensation Estimator Tool
JOB TYPE: FULL TIME / CAREER SERVICE – POSITION LOCATION: Miami, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position)
DVOP Government Operations Consultant II OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities This position serves as a
Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist
responsible for providing outreach and facilitating placements to meet the employment needs of eligible veterans and eligible spouses entitled to benefits, in accordance with priorities as determined by the Federal Department of Labor. Confer with supervisor to assist in identifying improvement processes and develop solutions for JVSG program.
Consults with federal, state, and local officials on matters applicable to serving eligible persons as a DVOP.
Conducts comprehensive and specialized assessments to eligible persons and develops an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate objectives, and services for participants that will lead to sustained careers and lasting self‑sufficiency.
Provides individualized case management to eligible veterans and eligible spouses with Significant Barriers to Employment (SBEs), including supervising group career counseling, conducting individual counseling and career planning, providing short‑term pre‑vocational services such as learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
Evaluates community organizations to assess and leverage assets that can be utilized to mitigate individual barriers of eligible persons within case management.
Coordinates with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Intensive Service Coordinator (ISC) to provide case management assistance to Vocational Readiness and Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) special disabled Veterans and other Veterans with SBEs.
Assures compliance inside the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) management information system by recording accurate and complete case management activities and case notes.
Reviews programs, services, forms, reports, analyzes data for compliance with state and federal statutes, policy and regulations and confers with management and users to identify problems and improvements.
Mentors new DVOP specialists, VA Work Study students (internship students), and SkillBridge interns on procedures, forms, and reports according to organizational policy.
Provides outreach to local organizations such as local colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community based (non‑profit, including faith‑based) to educate the organizations serving Veterans on how to identify veterans with SBEs’ and to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.
Performs other veteran duties IAW the Jobs for Veterans State Grants as required.
CFDA – 100% – 17.801 (Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program)
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of applicable regulations, Veteran Program Letters, state and local guidance, and programs/opportunities for veterans and covered persons (i.e. Federal Bonding program, Federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit Eligibility, etc.).
Knowledge of the laws governing veterans’ preference in employment and workforce services.
Knowledge of veterans’ re‑employment rights.
Knowledge of entitlement and priorities of veterans for medical and surgical services in veteran hospitals.
Working knowledge using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Knowledge of basic sales principles and skills.
Knowledge of workforce plans and business/management principles.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service.
Knowledge of the basic principles of counseling and case management.
Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to promote and market the Career Center.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem‑solving techniques.
Ability to conduct effective interviews.
Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.
Ability to prepare reports to include recording, evaluating and analyzing data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
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
Appointment to this position must be made in accordance with Public Law 100‑323 preference order: first to qualified service‑connected disabled veterans, then eligible veterans, then qualified persons. Applicants must submit required military documentation (DD form 214 and/or current US Department of Veterans Affairs / Defense letter reflecting character of discharge) prior to closing of the job announcement.
Newly hired DVOP specialists are required to satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training delivered by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months after the date of employment.
The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier 1 within one (1) year of employment.
Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.
Pay: $55,000 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.)
The Work You Will Do
Provide intensive services to veterans and eligible spouses, designed to facilitate participants’ transition into meaningful civilian employment.
Conduct comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs.
Develop an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate objectives, and appropriate combination for services for the participant to achieve the employment goals.
Conduct group career counseling and individual counseling and career planning.
Provide short‑term pre‑vocational services, including development of learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
Coordinate with the Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) counselors.
Provide outreach to local organizations such as colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community‑based (non‑profit, including faith‑based) organizations to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.
The Difference You Will Make You will assist in helping Floridians obtain wage replacement benefits for qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. Your knowledge and skills will be utilized to help our citizens.
FloridaCommerce is a fast‑paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.
How You Will Grow
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.
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)
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.
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.
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 (e.g., 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.
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JOB TYPE: FULL TIME / CAREER SERVICE – POSITION LOCATION: Miami, FL (relocation benefits are not available for this position)
DVOP Government Operations Consultant II OPEN COMPETITIVE
Your Specific Responsibilities This position serves as a
Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program (DVOP) Specialist
responsible for providing outreach and facilitating placements to meet the employment needs of eligible veterans and eligible spouses entitled to benefits, in accordance with priorities as determined by the Federal Department of Labor. Confer with supervisor to assist in identifying improvement processes and develop solutions for JVSG program.
Consults with federal, state, and local officials on matters applicable to serving eligible persons as a DVOP.
Conducts comprehensive and specialized assessments to eligible persons and develops an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate objectives, and services for participants that will lead to sustained careers and lasting self‑sufficiency.
Provides individualized case management to eligible veterans and eligible spouses with Significant Barriers to Employment (SBEs), including supervising group career counseling, conducting individual counseling and career planning, providing short‑term pre‑vocational services such as learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
Evaluates community organizations to assess and leverage assets that can be utilized to mitigate individual barriers of eligible persons within case management.
Coordinates with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Intensive Service Coordinator (ISC) to provide case management assistance to Vocational Readiness and Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) special disabled Veterans and other Veterans with SBEs.
Assures compliance inside the Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) management information system by recording accurate and complete case management activities and case notes.
Reviews programs, services, forms, reports, analyzes data for compliance with state and federal statutes, policy and regulations and confers with management and users to identify problems and improvements.
Mentors new DVOP specialists, VA Work Study students (internship students), and SkillBridge interns on procedures, forms, and reports according to organizational policy.
Provides outreach to local organizations such as local colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community based (non‑profit, including faith‑based) to educate the organizations serving Veterans on how to identify veterans with SBEs’ and to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.
Performs other veteran duties IAW the Jobs for Veterans State Grants as required.
CFDA – 100% – 17.801 (Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program)
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of applicable regulations, Veteran Program Letters, state and local guidance, and programs/opportunities for veterans and covered persons (i.e. Federal Bonding program, Federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit Eligibility, etc.).
Knowledge of the laws governing veterans’ preference in employment and workforce services.
Knowledge of veterans’ re‑employment rights.
Knowledge of entitlement and priorities of veterans for medical and surgical services in veteran hospitals.
Working knowledge using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Knowledge of basic sales principles and skills.
Knowledge of workforce plans and business/management principles.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective customer service.
Knowledge of the basic principles of counseling and case management.
Skilled in group presentations or workshop instruction and/or facilitation.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in individual and group settings, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to provide excellent customer service.
Ability to promote and market the Career Center.
Ability to deal with the public in a tactful, courteous and effective manner.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to utilize problem‑solving techniques.
Ability to conduct effective interviews.
Ability to work independently by planning, organizing and coordinating work assignments.
Ability to prepare reports to include recording, evaluating and analyzing data.
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
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
Appointment to this position must be made in accordance with Public Law 100‑323 preference order: first to qualified service‑connected disabled veterans, then eligible veterans, then qualified persons. Applicants must submit required military documentation (DD form 214 and/or current US Department of Veterans Affairs / Defense letter reflecting character of discharge) prior to closing of the job announcement.
Newly hired DVOP specialists are required to satisfactorily complete Jobs for Veterans State Grant (JVSG) training delivered by the National Veterans Training Institute (NVTI) within 18 months after the date of employment.
The incumbent must possess or obtain certification as a Workforce Professional Tier 1 within one (1) year of employment.
Required to travel locally and must furnish own transportation.
Pay: $55,000 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.)
The Work You Will Do
Provide intensive services to veterans and eligible spouses, designed to facilitate participants’ transition into meaningful civilian employment.
Conduct comprehensive and specialized assessments of skill levels and service needs.
Develop an individual employment plan to identify the employment goals, appropriate objectives, and appropriate combination for services for the participant to achieve the employment goals.
Conduct group career counseling and individual counseling and career planning.
Provide short‑term pre‑vocational services, including development of learning skills, communication skills, interviewing skills, punctuality, personal maintenance skills, and professional conduct to prepare individuals for unsubsidized employment or training.
Coordinate with the Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VRE) counselors.
Provide outreach to local organizations such as colleges, technical training centers, apprenticeship programs, and community‑based (non‑profit, including faith‑based) organizations to refer veterans to the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program Specialist located at the Career Center for services.
The Difference You Will Make You will assist in helping Floridians obtain wage replacement benefits for qualified individuals who are out of work through no fault of their own. Your knowledge and skills will be utilized to help our citizens.
FloridaCommerce is a fast‑paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must.
How You Will Grow
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.
WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS!
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options)
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.
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.
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 (e.g., 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.
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