GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 42001546

GOVERNMENT ANALYST II

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

FOOD, NUTRITION AND WELLNESS

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

CONTACT:

Sander Dominick (386) 853-6435

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional experience in systems analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, training development, emergency preparedness, emergency management or administrative work.

A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one (1) 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.

Requires possession of a valid driver license.

Please Note: There will be a numerically based work sample administered with an established minimum required passing score to all eligible candidates as part of the hiring process for this position.

EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained. Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency.  A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org) 

***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***

To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
• Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate travel required.

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.

Some weekend or evening travel may be required.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

General: Performs complex evaluative planning and research for the division. Conducts independent analyses and evaluation on existing program operations and activities; critical processes; and workflows. Analyzes program trends. Works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Researches and analyzes information and trends related to division programs.  Identifies systematic changes and/or specific weaknesses in operations, policies and/or procedures and non-valued-added activities. Recommends solutions to enhance the efficiency and value of division programs.  Identifies, evaluates, and develops best practices for all division programs.

Identifies root causes of inhibiting programs from reaching full potential.  Makes recommendations and assists with developing and integrating new program administration methods and procedures. Analyzes, measures, tracks and reports process improvement changes. Works closely with division management to implement results-oriented program or process changes and initiatives based on program analysis, field observations and customer needs. Guides division staff in the integration of new policies and procedures.

Identifies key issues, problems, approaches, performance metrics and resources required for division programs. Develops program evaluation tools to collect, analyze, and report data for program improvement.  Prepares and distributes reports on findings.  Plans and conducts surveys as needed.

Assists with planning and developing evaluation criteria and conducts targeted quality assurance (QA) reviews for programs. Analyzes QA review findings, recommends changes for program and process improvement and efficiency, and prioritizes improvement initiatives based on review findings. Creates detailed program and statistical reports regarding division programs. Assists with developing and maintaining QA criteria, forms and statistics.

Stays up-to-date on regulatory changes to the division’s programs. Researches and analyzes information and trends related to division programs; identifies systematic changes and/or specific weaknesses in operations, policies and/or procedures and non-valued-added activities; and recommends solutions. Assists in the development of effective communication tools for division staff and program participants on regulatory or policy changes.

Coordinates with division management and staff in the maintenance of program e-learning materials on the division’s learning management system. Corrects deficiencies in the division’s e-learning content as dictated by program, process or regulatory changes. Reviews and monitors trainings presented by division staff and other personnel for content and training modalities to measure overall effectiveness.

Performs other related duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the methods of data collection.
• Knowledge of research and implementation methodologies.
• Skill in providing customer service excellence to both internal and external customers.
• Skill in using Flow charts, PERT charts and/or Fishbone mapping tools.
• Effective critical thinking skills.
• Ability to analyze problems, evaluate alternatives and recommend effective solutions.
• Ability to process information in a logical manner and to assess validity.
• Ability to understand program processes of various departments to identify and implementing work improvements.
• Ability to work in a setting requiring self-motivation/cooperative decision-making and to work effectively with diverse groups of people.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines while maintaining extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to plan, organize and work independently, as well as within a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt successfully and quickly to change and deliver quality results in a timely manner.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Ability to establish goals and objectives.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck.  The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com;)
• Flexible Spending Accounts;
• Tuition waivers;
• And more!

For a complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”

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