Strategic Innovation Consultant / Strategic Innovation Sr. Consultant

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida, the City is 30 minutes south of the Georgia state line and one hour north of the Gulf of Mexico.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Apply On Or Before

Apply on or before 11 pm on Friday, January, 9th, 2026

Department Name

Strategic Innovation

Job Specifications

This role drives strategic development, performance improvement and innovation for City operations. As a member of the Strategic Innovation team, you will support and lead assignments in strategy, organizational design, process improvement and performance management that enhance the quality and effectiveness of services to our community. The team is a resource to the City Manager and Executive Team, building the strategic capacity needed for high performance. Work is performed under general direction, with independent judgment, discretion and initiative expected.

What You’ll Do

• Performs multiple concurrent strategy development activities such as charter development, performance tracking, and iterative improvements to planning activities.
• Develops project schedules including tasks, subtasks, timelines, required input, stakeholders, roles, and responsibilities.
• Conducts root cause analysis of business issues, proposes solution alternatives, and provides detailed recommendations for implementation.
• Collects data, performs analysis, and applies audience/stakeholder insight to structures evidenced based recommendations and work products.
• Executes design-led approaches to complex problems involving people, processes and systems.
• Conducts comparative research for best practice identification and innovative service delivery models for integration into City practices.
• May identify, secure, and/or manage grants.
• Works closely with City department leadership and team members to identify opportunities, set strategic vision, and implement process changes.
• Facilitates executive level planning discussions to identify bold solutions for mission effectiveness and efficiency.
• Supports leadership-facing conversations that may challenge established perspectives on processes, systems, talent and opportunities.
• Collaborates with departments to develop, track, and analyze performance data. Collaborates with departmental contacts to facilitate updates to strategic documents.
• Prepares correspondence, memos, reports, studies, agenda items, or presentations as required.
• Monitor and prepare legislative briefings and appropriation requests.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Consultant

Minimum Training & Experience

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field.
• One year of professional experience in strategy development, performance innovation, implementation, or performance improvement; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• A master’s degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.
  
  

Senior Consultant

Must meet all Consultant requirements above, plus:

• Three years of professional experience in strategy development, implementation, or performance improvement; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• A master’s degree may substitute for one year of the required experience.
  
  

Necessary Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Class E State driver's license at the time of appointment

Salary Range

$25.1538 to $68.2567/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $36.75/hour.

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the ‘Apply Today’ button, then navigate to ‘My Job Applications’ icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City’s Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans’ Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation For Persons With a Disability

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.