GOVERNMENT ANALYST I

Requisition No: 880997 

Agency: Department of Corrections

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST I

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 70017373 

Salary:  $59,059.26 - $65,000.00 Annual range 

Posting Closing Date: 08/18/2026 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

We Never Walk Alone

ADVERTISING TITLE: Government Analyst I

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Central Office in the Bureau of Intelligence & Analytical Support.

This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive intelligence analysis and consultation to support the Office of Intelligence by developing threat assessments, utilizing various intelligence disciplines, collaborating with multiple agencies, managing projects, and effectively communicating findings to inform strategic decision-making across the correctional system.

This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

JOB DUTIES:

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts consultant and analytical functions to support the Office of Intelligence.
• Develops and prepares threat assessments, evaluations, and intelligence products for both short-term and long-term needs across the correctional scope.
• Applies Business Intelligence, GEOINT, HUMINT, and OSINT practices for intelligence analysis.
• Briefs the Chief of Intelligence daily on crime patterns, trends, and ongoing projects, supporting informed decision-making.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets intelligence data to evaluate officer deployment and problem-solving efforts.
• Uses complex statistical tools for ad-hoc analysis and tracking of crime and intelligence information; develops statistical resources for targeted operations.
• Engages in inter-agency collaboration, including Institution Security, Classification, Community Corrections, OIG, and Research & Analysis; available for statewide travel and intelligence gathering.
• Acts as the intelligence liaison and primary contact for the agency Phone Group lab.
• Produces link analysis, timeline analysis, and commodity flow analysis reports; utilizes ESRI ArcGIS software for mapping strategic initiatives.
• Manages multiple projects by prioritizing tasks within the intelligence section.
• Communicates accurately and professionally in written and verbal formats; delivers reliable reports and visual presentations to large groups as an agency representative.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods for data collection and analysis to support both short-term and long-term planning, including compiling statistical, administrative, and performance measure reports as directed.
• Understanding of public records exemptions for processing confidential information according to Section 119.071, F.S., and ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling criminal information and intelligence.
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system, the Department's Corrections Data Center (CDC), and relevant Florida Statutes and Administrative Code.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and statistical software programs, as well as the operation of audio, visual, and training aids.
• Ability to apply the intelligence cycle effectively, preparing comprehensive reports and visual presentations using analytical software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills to conduct research, evaluate and analyze data, and develop alternative recommendations for problem-solving and workflow improvement.
• Ability to work efficiently and professionally both independently and as a collaborative team member, responding to internal and external requests.
• Demonstrated multi-tasking, organizational, and planning abilities.
• Must have a demonstratable working knowledge of STORMS (Security Threat Operational Review Management System.)
• Ability to coordinate and communicate intelligence information internally and externally as required.

BENEFITS:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:

• • Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan)
  • Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan)
  • Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in a correctional setting (includes probations/community corrections.) 
• Must possess a minimum two (2) years professional experience in criminal intelligence, military intelligence, law enforcement, or open-source investigations AND Security Threat Groups.

Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form.

The Florida Department of Corrections does not currently support H-1B Visa Sponsorship.

For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

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.