DATA ADMINISTRATION ANALYST - 48007125 (BLIND SERVICES)

Requisition No: 848554 

Agency: Department of Education

Working Title: DATA ADMINISTRATION ANALYST - 48007125 (BLIND SERVICES)

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 48007125 

Salary:  $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually 

Posting Closing Date: 04/12/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
DIVISION OF BLIND SERVICES 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR'S OFFICE/STATE OFFICE

LOCATION: TALLAHASSEE (LEON COUNTY)  
JOB TITLE: DATA ADMINISTRATION ANALYST - CAREER SERVICE

SALARY RANGE: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually

Our Mission:

The Division of Blind Services ensures blind and visually impaired Floridians have the tools, support, and opportunities to achieve success.  In partnership with others, we create a barrier-free environment in the lives of Floridians with visual disabilities.  The Florida Division of Blind Services helps blind and visually impaired individuals achieve their goals and live their lives with as much independence and self-direction as possible.  The Division serves thousands of Floridians through its plethora of programs and services.  With District and Satellite Offices located throughout the state, as well as the Career, Technology and Training Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired, and the Braille and Talking Books Library, the Division of Blind Services has become a national model in education, employment and other services that foster independence for blind and visually impaired Floridians.  

Florida Division of Blind Services Main Page

Office Contact:
Jennifer M. Ganey, Personnel Administrator

(850) 245-0750

Job Description:

The Division of Blind Services is seeking a Data Administration Analyst for the Deputy Director's Office. The incumbent will use knowledge of data processing software to collaborate with other data professionals to extract data, create reports based on findings, and monitor key performance indicators/division strategies to assist the Director and/or Senior Leadersrhip in making sound decisions.  This is professional work assisting in the development and implementation of plans, policies, and standards for the Division, which will provide quality, sharable, and accessible information throughout the Division.  

Overall Duties and Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this position implements policies and procedures designed to strengthen the management of the Division’s information resources.  This work includes, but is not limited to:

• Strategic data planning.
• Data standardization.
• Data quality improvement.
• Data integration.
• Serves as the coordinator of all agency data administration activities and participates in interagency data coordination.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to understand their data needs and develops tools for collecting, organizing and analyzing information.
• Creates charts, dashboards, reports, and visualizations (graphs, infographics, etc.) that guides leadership with strategic planning based on data trends and analysis.
• Consults with Senior Leadership to identify improvement opportunities and prioritize division/program needs.
• Gathers data from multiple sources and structures large data sets to find/report on usable information.
• Conducts research and runs statistical analyses on data to identify patterns, relationships, and trends. 
• Communicates findings in a clear and concise manner.

Operations, Policies, and Procedures:

• Assist in the establishment and/or approval of methods and procedures for maintaining information accuracy.
• Draft policies regarding data security and other topics within scope of duties.

Technicial Assistance and Training:

• Provide training in data management, information analysis, and information interpretation skills.
• Assist users with data entry and other functions of the case management/data system (AWARE).
• Assist in or create user manuals.

Evaluation and Quality Assurance/Quality Control:

• Perform quality assurance (cleansing, processing, and validation of data) to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Use automated tools to remove corrupt data and fix errors.
• Manage users and user roles.

Professional Development:

• Participate in statewide program training.
• Complete annual agency training requirements.

Other Duties:

• Other duties as requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to use statistical tools to analyze and interpret complex data sets, including identifying patterns, relationship, and trends.  
• Ability to integrate data from multiple sources and be adept at reporting and writing/presenting findings. 
• Proficiency in query language, especially SQL. 
• Experience with popular statistical and machine learning techniques, such as clustering, linear regression, KNN, decision trees, etc.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, and procedures. 
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.  
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work with Senior-Level management and various staff in an information technology environment. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree from a college or university and five years of professional and/or administrative experience in social, economic, health or rehabilitative programs.
• A master's degree from a college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Professional or nonprofessional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.

To be considered for a position with the Division of Blind Services:

NOTE: All fields in the candidate profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Your packet may be held up at the final review step if you are missing any of the below items.
•    All previous periods of employment must be listed and accounted for. Periods of employment should be entered with the most recent/current listed first.  

The following must be included:
•    Any and all State of Florida jobs. 

•    Any and all Florida Community College or University jobs.
•    All periods of employment from high school graduation forward.
•    Periods of unemployment (gaps). *All gaps 3 months (90 days) or more must be accounted for.  

•    Education (high school, GED, Community College, University).
•    Volunteer Experience. 
•    A current resume must be included with this application, and the information contained in the resume must match the information contained in the state application.
•    Periods of employment should include the supervisor's name and contact information. Your current place of employment should be included. If you are currently unemployed, please make sure that information is included.
•    Account for and explain any gaps in employment so that the hiring process is not delayed.  Gaps of employment of 3 months or more must be addressed on the application. 
•    Work history, hours worked, and formal education fields must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position. 
•    It is unacceptable to use the statement “see resume” in place of entering work history.  Your candidate profile will convert to your official application. 
•    Responses to qualifying questions must be verifiable in the candidate profile. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Preference will be given for qualifying veterans, employees in layoff status and qualified candidates based on a review of their overall scores, KSAs, primary and supplemental applications, as well as completion of any required work samples, willingness questionnaires, and behavioral/personality/skills tests, and interview responses, as applicable. References and file reviews from previous employment will be verified to determine suitability.
•    Other documentation can be attached to provide additional information.
•    Individuals lacking the ability to competently do the job and those who are unable to positively contribute to a productive team environment, need not apply.
•    The successful candidate must be able to pass a Level II Background screening.
•    If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, you must attach the correct supporting documentation to be considered (DD214). 
•    If you are claiming Right to First Interview, you must attach a copy of your official layoff letter when applying to be considered. This only applies to employees laid off from Career Service positions. 
•    All documentation is due by the close of the job requisition/advertisement. 

If you experience problems applying online, please call the People First Service Center at: 877-562-7287.

WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA HAS BENEFITS! 
»    State Group Insurance coverage options+ 

• (health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental options)

»    Nine paid holidays and a Personal Holiday each year
»    Student Loan Forgiveness (Eligibility Required)
»    Tuition Fee Waivers (Accepted by major Florida Community Colleges/Universities) 

»    Career Growth
»    Maternity and Parental Leave Benefits
»    Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (www.myfrs.com)  

»    Annual and Sick Leave Benefits
»    Flexible Spending Accounts
»    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

»    Ongoing comprehensive training provided
»    Highly skilled, professional environment

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT:
It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment/volunteer undergo Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer. No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department. The Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.   

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. For more information, please visit the Social Security website. 

Selective Services System (SSS):
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire.  For more information, please visit the Selective Service website.

 
The Florida Division of Blind Services is committed

to increasing recruitment and hiring of Veterans and individuals with disabilities and
improving employment outcomes.

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.