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GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000622
Date: Jan 10, 2026
Requisition No: 866838
Agency: Commerce
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000622
Position Number: 40000622
Salary: $50,584.67 - $53,100.00 annually
This position serves as “Team Lead” for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and works directly with the CSBG program manager. Provides technical assistance as a subject‑matter expert consulting with federal agencies, local governments, private non‑profits, Community Program Managers, and department staff for the CSBG program operated in the Bureau of Economic Self‑Sufficiency (BESS).
Responsibilities
Plan, facilitate, and assist in the negotiation of agreement changes, amendments, coordinate the development of cost and price analysis, conduct agreement and file post‑audits and closeout, complete the agreement checklists, facilitate findings of fact and resolve agreement disputes.
Update tracking systems and maintain agreement logs in accordance with department policy and procedures and to ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements.
Develop contract and grant administration goals and objectives, identifying resources, interpreting statutes and rules, and providing technical and administrative assistance; participate, as needed, in the development and revision of contract and grant related policies and procedures.
Facilitate the administration of division agreements including contract and grant agreements, interagency agreements, data sharing agreements and memoranda of understanding.
Perform preliminary document reviews, facilitate the establishment and tracking of agreements through the department review and approval process, coordinating review and approval with other department offices (General Counsel, Office of Financial Management, Office of Budget Management, and Executive Leadership).
Responsible for informational programs to advocate the disaster recovery missions.
Provide technical assistance to subrecipients/vendors to develop a scope of work, budget, timeline, and deliverables.
Develop and process Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Applications (RFAs) and Invitations to negotiate (ITNs), as required.
Review, analyze, and negotiate all terms and conditions of grants and contracts.
Process and track payments to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.
Conduct desktop and onsite monitoring of activities and expenditures of assigned projects to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.
Maintain good working relationships and keep in close coordination with partnering agencies.
If the employee is designated as a subject‑matter specialist on a specific topic, provide technical assistance, as needed, to all subrecipients on this topic.
Participate in the development and implementation of training workshops and webinars for subrecipients.
Prepare reports and analyses and make recommendations to the team to determine program action.
Review external best practices to ensure a high level of program execution and make recommendations to management if changes are needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and effectively handle multiple tasks to complete assignments on time.
Ability to interpret statutes, administrative rules, and federal regulations and explain these requirements.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to compile data from a variety of sources and present it in a logical manner.
Ability to create spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel, prepare documents in Microsoft Word, and create PowerPoint presentations.
Ability to coordinate and manage activities with other partners.
Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility and handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while representing the Department’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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.)
Benefits
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options).
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
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).
Highly skilled, professional environment.
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 (for example, 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.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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Requisition No: 866838
Agency: Commerce
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT III - 40000622
Position Number: 40000622
Salary: $50,584.67 - $53,100.00 annually
This position serves as “Team Lead” for the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) and works directly with the CSBG program manager. Provides technical assistance as a subject‑matter expert consulting with federal agencies, local governments, private non‑profits, Community Program Managers, and department staff for the CSBG program operated in the Bureau of Economic Self‑Sufficiency (BESS).
Responsibilities
Plan, facilitate, and assist in the negotiation of agreement changes, amendments, coordinate the development of cost and price analysis, conduct agreement and file post‑audits and closeout, complete the agreement checklists, facilitate findings of fact and resolve agreement disputes.
Update tracking systems and maintain agreement logs in accordance with department policy and procedures and to ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements.
Develop contract and grant administration goals and objectives, identifying resources, interpreting statutes and rules, and providing technical and administrative assistance; participate, as needed, in the development and revision of contract and grant related policies and procedures.
Facilitate the administration of division agreements including contract and grant agreements, interagency agreements, data sharing agreements and memoranda of understanding.
Perform preliminary document reviews, facilitate the establishment and tracking of agreements through the department review and approval process, coordinating review and approval with other department offices (General Counsel, Office of Financial Management, Office of Budget Management, and Executive Leadership).
Responsible for informational programs to advocate the disaster recovery missions.
Provide technical assistance to subrecipients/vendors to develop a scope of work, budget, timeline, and deliverables.
Develop and process Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Applications (RFAs) and Invitations to negotiate (ITNs), as required.
Review, analyze, and negotiate all terms and conditions of grants and contracts.
Process and track payments to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.
Conduct desktop and onsite monitoring of activities and expenditures of assigned projects to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.
Maintain good working relationships and keep in close coordination with partnering agencies.
If the employee is designated as a subject‑matter specialist on a specific topic, provide technical assistance, as needed, to all subrecipients on this topic.
Participate in the development and implementation of training workshops and webinars for subrecipients.
Prepare reports and analyses and make recommendations to the team to determine program action.
Review external best practices to ensure a high level of program execution and make recommendations to management if changes are needed.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and effectively handle multiple tasks to complete assignments on time.
Ability to interpret statutes, administrative rules, and federal regulations and explain these requirements.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to compile data from a variety of sources and present it in a logical manner.
Ability to create spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel, prepare documents in Microsoft Word, and create PowerPoint presentations.
Ability to coordinate and manage activities with other partners.
Ability to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility and handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment while representing the Department’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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.)
Benefits
State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental options).
Retirement plan options, including employer contributions.
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).
Highly skilled, professional environment.
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 (for example, 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.
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time.
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