State Workforce Policy Consultant

STATE WORKFORCE POLICY CONSULTANT -

Date:
Jan 27, 2026

Requisition No: 863387 | Agency:
Management Services |

Working Title:

State Workforce Policy Consultant –

Division of State Human Resource Management
State of Florida Department of Management Services
This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

The Division of State Human Resource Management is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to lead large initiatives related to labor relations and workforce policy across the State Personnel System.

As a State Workforce Policy Consultant, you will support collective bargaining, grievances, employee relations programs, and state‑wide HR policy development. You will collaborate with the Benefit & Talent Management Section and the Bureau of State Workforce Design and Compensation to shape workforce policy and deliver consultative services statewide.

$60,000 to $65,000 annually, based on experience

• Coordinate bargaining sessions, monitor negotiation activities, and craft proposals and counter‑proposals.
• Prepare documents and recommendations to support decision‑making related to negotiation strategy, policy development, and process improvements.
• Provide consultative services related to the execution of employee relations programs.
• Assist with drafting new or revised rules, statutory language, and guideline documents.
• Monitor and analyze federal and state proposed legislation and update related policies and procedures.
• Recommend enhancements to the personnel information system to ensure comprehensive, user‑friendly, and legally compliant components.
• Use data reports to identify discrepancies or compliance issues and ensure corrective action by agencies.
• Support team members on special projects, including policy implementation and presentation coordination.

State employees enjoy comprehensive group insurance benefits, a choice of retirement plans, tuition waiver programs, and other incentives. For a complete list of state benefits, visit My Benefits.

• In-depth knowledge of labor relations, recruitment, performance management, classification, or attendance and leave.
• Critical thinking, problem‑solving, and results orientation.
• Ability to interpret and apply Florida statutes, administrative code, and federal law.
• Self‑directed research and policy development with strong teamwork skills.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Internet research.
• Effective prioritization and handling of confidential information.

• Four years of professional HR experience or a bachelor’s degree substituting for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Experience interpreting statutes, rules, and policies.
• Experience producing reports, briefings, analyses, and presentations.
• Experience analyzing data, identifying roots causes, and recommending solutions.

• The state recognizes veteran and disability status and encourages recruitment and onboarding initiatives.
• Successful background screening and drug‑free workplace standards apply.
• Veterans’ Preference is available for eligible candidates.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Florida law. The state does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.