Requisition No: 829379

Agency: Commerce

Working Title: DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE II - 40000242

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 40000242

Salary: $55,000-65,000 Annually

Posting Closing Date: 05/31/2024

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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.)

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 Development Representative II is responsible for coordinating project activities and managing communication and processes as part of the Business Development team.

The Difference You Will Make:

FloridaCommerce 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:

Orlando is a vibrant city that is known for its warm weather and hospitality. With the moniker "The City Beautiful" there's an incredible mix of fun things to do in Orlando that make it an ideal place to work, play and live. Central Florida receives around 60 million visitors a year who are all drawn by its family friendly atmosphere, amazing restaurants, I-Drive shopping and theme parks. Orlando is also home to several nature trails, nearby springs and over 100 lakes. Orlando is also one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the state with major job industries in hospitality, health care and technology. From major sporting events to its cultural arts and theater performances, Orlando has something for everyone.

Orlando is:

• Home to major higher learning institutions such as: University of Central Florida (UCF), Valencia Comunity College (VCC), Rollins College and Full Sail University
• Approximately 90 minutes away from many amazing beaches
• 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.

• 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:$55,000-$65,000 Annually

Your Specific Responsibilities:

This role supports the implementation of Florida’s Economic Development Programs under the purview of the Florida Department of Commerce Division of Economic Development. Duties and responsibilities will include the following:

• Coordinate project activities with business development managers, including updating CRM and organizing incentive applications.
• Support Recruitment outreach, including international and domestic recruiting and marketing trips, trade shows, and consultant events, including business and consultant appointment and event scheduling, assisting in identification of meeting targets, and communication outreach via phone, email, mailings, web, while managing budget expectations.
• Support project managers to respond to information requests, including Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and prepare formal presentations for business prospects in partnership with economic development organizations and partners.
• Review, evaluate, investigate, and make recommendations on incentive applications for state incentive programs to support job creation and retention.
• Communicate, address questions and resolve issues regarding incentives procedures, policies, and decisions to businesses, partners, and consultants.
• Independently conduct project management activities when necessary.
• Provide input into prospect development activities resulting in businesses locating in Florida.
• Use Microsoft Office (Excel, Powerpoint) for the design, lay out and coordination of prospect proposals and multi-media presentations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of state economic development incentive programs
• Team-oriented individual
• Excellent analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with others;
• Ability to manage priorities and meet established deadlines;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Ability to understand policies, procedures, and regulations
• Knowledge of contracts and agreements
• Skilled in financial, business and legal due diligence
• Data analysis skills

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.

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.