STATE WORKFORCE POLICY CONSULTANT - 72002427

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Management Services is seeking a State Workforce Policy Consultant to analyze workforce needs, develop and interpret HR policy, and provide expert guidance to HR professionals and agency partners. The role supports statewide HR programs, compliance, and continuous improvement across divisions in Florida’s state government.

The position is on-site in Tallahassee, reports to the Division of State Human Resource Management, and involves coordinating complex HR issues,

Qualifications

• Four years of professional HR experience.
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, or policies.
• Experience researching, writing, or coordinating reports and analyses.
• Experience leading or participating in strategic projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience presenting to executive leadership.
• Experience analyzing data to identify root causes and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Analyze workforce and organizational needs by reviewing agency classification requests and other position management matters.
• Develop and interpret HR policy by assisting with rules, statutory language, guidance, and procedures.
• Serve as a trusted consultant providing technical assistance to HR professionals and agency partners.
• Research complex problems and develop short- and long-term solutions.
• Prepare executive materials including summaries, white papers, and briefing materials.
• Monitor compliance by reviewing agency actions and recommending improvements.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying best practices and trends.
• Lead or contribute to statewide HR projects and initiatives.
• Represent HRM at meetings and trainings and develop training materials and resources.

Skills

Policy analysis

HR policy interpretation

Statutes application

Research

Executive briefs

Data analysis

Presentations

Communication

SM/Visio tooling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Smartsheet

Visio

Job description

STATE WORKFORCE POLICY CONSULTANT - 72002427

Date: Oct 20, 2026

Requisition No:885871

Agency: Management Services

Working Title: STATE WORKFORCE POLICY CONSULTANT - 72002427

State Workforce Policy Consultant
Division of State Human Resource Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This is an on-site position located in Tallahassee, FL

Position Overview and Responsibilities

• Analyze workforce and organizational needs by reviewing agency classification requests and other position management matters to apply applicable statutes, rules, policies, and program guidelines.
• Develop and interpret HR policy by assisting with rules, statutory language, guidance, interpretive documents, and program procedures.
• Serve as a trusted consultant to HR professionals and agency partners by providing technical assistance and explaining complex HR requirements in practical, understandable terms.
• Research and solve complex problems by gathering information, identifying underlying issues and historical context, evaluating alternatives, and developing short- and long-term solutions.
• Prepare executive-level materials including executive summaries, white papers, reports, legislative analyses, briefing materials, and presentations.
• Monitor and promote compliance by reviewing agency actions, identifying potential issues, and recommending appropriate corrective actions or process improvements.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying best practices, emerging trends, and opportunities to improve HR processes, productivity, and stewardship of state resources.
• Work across HR disciplines, with opportunities to address organizational management, classification, compensation, FLSA matters, appointments and employee status, workforce transition, collective bargaining considerations, and other HR programs.
• Lead or contribute to special projects involving complex HR issues, statewide initiatives, and organizational priorities.
• Share your expertise by representing HRM at meetings and conferences and developing training materials, presentations, manuals, and other resources.
• Manage multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Interpret and apply Florida statutes, administrative rules, federal regulations, and HR policies.
• Research complex questions and turn findings into clear recommendations.
• Analyze data, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Communicate effectively with HR professionals, agency leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Present complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Write clear and concise reports, policy documents, and briefing materials.
• Work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Learn and use business and HR technology tools, including applications such as Smartsheet and Visio.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to access Florida statutes, administrative code, as well as how to apply them to State Personnel System programs.
• Ability to work independently when conducting research and developing policy.
• Ability to organize information and prepare clear and concise executive summaries, white papers, and briefing documents.
• Knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and other federal regulations which are applicable to Workforce Design and Compensation functions.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regulating discriminatory practices.
• Ability to use office software applications to perform duties and conduct routine research using the Internet and other computer-based analysis and trend forecasting tools.
• Ability to understand and quickly learn advanced business software tools such as Smartsheet, Visio, and others.
• Possession of interpersonal skills and ability to interact with a diverse mix of internal and external customers.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of professional experience in a human resource-related field. A bachelor's degree may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Professional-level human resources experience.
• Experience interpreting and applying statutes, rules, policies, or similar requirements.
• Experience researching, writing, editing, or coordinating reports, executive briefings, legislative analyses, or presentations.
• Experience leading or participating in special projects or strategic initiatives involving multiple organizations or stakeholders.
• Experience presenting information to large audiences, including executive-level leadership.
• Experience analyzing data, identifying root causes, and developing short- and long-term solutions for stakeholders and leadership.

Our Organization and Mission

Under the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis, Secretary Tom Berger and DMS' Executive Leadership Team, the Florida Department of Management Services (DMS) is a customer oriented agency with a broad portfolio that includes the efficient use and management of real estate, procurement, human resources, group insurance, retirement, telecommunications, fleet, and federal property assistance programs used throughout Florida's state government. It is against this backdrop that DMS strives to demonstrate its motto, "We serve those who serve Florida."

Special Notes

DMS is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our agency recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following provided email addresses: [e-mail] [e-mail].
An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. For purposes of requesting reasonable accommodations, as mentioned above, the agency hiring authority is the DMS Human Resources office, which the candidate can reach at [phone].
Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

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.

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.