Sr. Professional On-Call - Innovation

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

The Orange County Office of Innovation and Emerging Technologies¿ (Innovation Office) mission is to accelerate the County's transformation into a future-ready region. Guided by Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings' key pillars of innovation, collaboration, and inclusiveness, the Innovation Office applies emerging technologies to improve public services, expand economic opportunity, and build a skilled and resilient workforce. Through strategic planning and partnerships with public and private stakeholders, the Innovation Office champions initiatives to position Orange County as a regional, national, and global leader in innovation.

The Orange County Office of Innovation & Emerging Technologies (Innovation Office) is seeking well-qualified applicants for the role of Senior Professional On-Call.

General Functions: The Senior Professional On-Call manages Innovation Office grants and projects, conducts research on public-sector innovations, implements communications and outreach activities, and supports other partnerships and activities of the Innovation Office.

This Senior Professional On-Call is a temporary part-time position for up to 1,200 hours per fiscal year. The position is a hybrid position that includes some in-person shifts at the Orange County Administration Building. The position has a flexible schedule that may include some nights and weekends, based on project and event schedules.

Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Chief Innovation & Emerging Technology Officer.

Representative Duties/Assignments:

¿ Manage selected Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)-related grants, including research, grant writing, evaluation, monitoring, coordination, and full compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

¿ Apply technical expertise to research and recommend technologies and strategies for public-sector innovation and project development that improves services to residents and businesses of Orange County.

¿ Develop, organize, and update project/grant documentation in various formats, including monday.com, to meet applicable deadlines and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

¿ Participate in Innovation Office internal/external partner coordination and outreach, as needed.

¿ Perform other related work duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Urban and Regional Planning, or a related field.

Three (3) years of experience in STEM, innovation, local government, and/or economic development organizations managing projects and/or grants.

Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida driver's license and provide own transportation if necessary.

Must be available to work all shifts, including nights and weekends

Preferences:

¿ Master's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Urban and Regional Planning, or a related field.

¿ Proficiency in monday.com or similar product and its applications for project or grant management.

¿ Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.

¿ Excellent problem-solving and communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.

Open Date: 10/08/2025
Close Date: 11/07/2025

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Pay Grade: 420 - From $40.73 to $45.00
FLSA Status:

Placement based on Education and Experience

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Orange County Administration Building

201 S. Rosalind Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801

Selected candidate will be required to successfully complete the pre-employment drug, physical and background check.