Government Operations Consultant III - 48002595

Government Operations Consultant III - 48002595

This is a highly responsible, professional position in the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program that requires a substantial degree of independent activity to coordinate activities within the Program and Policy Units for the Deputy Director of Early Learning Programs and Policy. This position is a direct report to the VPK Early Learning Program Manager. Experience in and/or knowledge of early learning programs is preferred. The employee is expected to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and ability to prepare, provide, and deliver quality work products representative of the Department's commitment to quality, efficient services and practices. Where applicable, the employee will demonstrate quality document preparation and dissemination evidenced by accuracy, correct grammar and format, appropriate content, proper approvals, and timeliness.

This position independently performs advanced level work under the limited supervision of the Early Learning Program Manager in Voluntary Prekindergarten Education Program, Division of Early Learning. Position serves as a statewide early learning expert to early learning coalitions, early learning partners, and stakeholders for the Division of Early Learning program initiatives. Promote awareness and support of the Division's policies and program initiatives through written communication and training. Provides technical assistance and consultation services regarding Florida's early learning and developmental standards and guidelines, quality childcare, early childhood professional learning and coaching, early childhood screening and childcare regulations and program assessment.

The ideal incumbent must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities, and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful conditions. The incumbent must interact courteously with others. The performance and behavior of all employees must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit. Attendance is an essential function.

Minimum qualifications include two years applicable work experience and experience working with Microsoft Office.