GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40000203

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nine paid holidays

Career growth

Training opportunities

Retirement plan

State benefits

Job summary

FloridaCommerce seeks a Government Operations Consultant II to manage subrecipient agreements under disaster recovery programs and ensure compliance with federal guidelines. The role requires coordination with internal teams, consultants, and leadership to keep projects on track.

The incumbent will review expenditures, prepare program level reports, and support bureau initiatives while maintaining strong customer service and collaboration with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• This Government Operations Consultant II position requires knowledge of HUD’s CDBG-DR program.
• Ability to analyze information and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strict deadline adherence.
• Ability to travel and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Plans, facilitates, and assists in agreement changes and cost/price analysis.
• Acts as Grant Manager for subrecipient agreements under HUD mitigation programs.
• Maintains subrecipient files and ensures federal guideline compliance.
• Provides guidance across programs for scope of work, QPR reporting, and life-cycle compliance.
• Drafts program reports and presentations for Leadership using MS Office.

Skills

Grant management

Policy compliance

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Travel ability

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Adobe

Internet

Job description

Requisition No: 886306

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - 40000203

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000203

Salary: $45,060.11 - $52,000.00

Posting Closing Date: 10/28/2026

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Your Specific Responsibilities

This Government Operations Consultant II position works as a Grant Manager.

This Position Is Specifically Responsible For Tasks Including

• Plans, facilitates, and assists in the negotiation of agreement changes, amendments, coordinates the development of cost and price analysis, conducts agreement and files post-audits and closeout, completes the agreement checklists, facilitates findings of fact and resolves agreement disputes. Updates tracking systems and maintains agreement logs in accordance with department policy and procedures and to ensure compliance with applicable statutory requirements.
• Serves as a Grant Manager for subrecipient agreements awarded under the Hurricane Michael and Hurricane Ian Hazard Mitigation Grant Match programs.
• Maintains subrecipient files for assigned projects.
• Acts as a subject matter expert providing guidance across programs for various processes and deliverables including scope of work creation, QPR reporting, and ensuring compliance with all federal guidelines during life of subrecipient process.
• Acts as a liaison between Commerce and consulting firm.
• Conducts desktop and onsite review of activities and expenditures of assigned projects to ensure compliance with state guidelines and contract requirements.
• Works to standardize processes by creating various document templates.
• Serves as member of the review process for subrecipient reimbursements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Produces high volume and high-quality work within compressed timeframes.
• Identifies program risks and resolves program issues.
• Assists with training of new Grant Manager’s.
• Provides support for bureau initiatives as needed in partnership with Leadership.
• Researches and analyzes documents and policies to inform program decision making.
• Drafts program level reports, documents, and presentations for Leadership within Microsoft Office Programs.
• Monitors application and implementation of appropriate rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with financial and administrative requirements.
• Provides administrative support as needed.
• Provides technical assistance to subrecipients as needed.
• Analyzes and tracks fiscal records.
• Other duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to understand and apply rules, policies and procedures relating to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program.
• Ability to use analytical skills to interpret and evaluate information.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of program/constituent information.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to conduct research and provide reports and analyses as required.
• Ability to meet deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, customer service, or ethics.
• Ability to coordinate and manage activities with internal and external partners and stakeholders.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe and the Internet.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Knowledge of customer service best practices.
• Excellent time management and critical thinking/problem solving skills.
• Knowledge of Florida laws, the legislative and political processes and protocol.
• Knowledge of public records law and requirements.
• Knowledge of Rebuild Florida program applicant needs and program eligibility criteria.

PAY: $ 45,060.11 - $52,000.00 Annually

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.

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

This Government Operations Consultant II position works as a Grant Manager. The incumbent is expected to use independent judgment in coordination with other staff in identifying and establishing program and policies and procedures for Rebuild Florida. This position interfaces with the public, contractors or other agencies regarding the Rebuild Florida Program.

The Difference You Will Make

FloridaCommerce is a fast-paced work environment in which critical thinking and prioritizing are a must. Rebuild Florida is Florida’s statewide long‑term disaster recovery initiative designed to help homeowners repair, rebuild, or replace homes damaged by qualifying storms. It is administered by FloridaCommerce in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

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 located 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 .

• State Group Insurance coverage options+

( health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental option )

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 .

• 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.

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.