GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 43004344

Requisition No: 836632 

Agency: Office of Financial Regulation

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 43004344

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 43004344 

Salary:  $53,000.00 - $70,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 09/20/2024 

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*****OPEN COMPETITIVE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY*****

DIVISION: OFFICE OF FINANCIAL REGULATION

BUREAU: OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL

CITY: TALLAHASSEE

COUNTY: LEON

The Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) is responsible for licensing, chartering, examining, and regulating depository and non-depository financial institutions and financial service companies, including state-chartered banks, credit unions, trust companies, loan originators, mortgage lenders, securities dealers, investment advisors, consumer collection agencies and money transmitters throughout the state of Florida.

In accordance with the Florida Inspector General’s Act (Section 20.055, Florida Statutes), the Office of Inspector General (OIG) serves as a central point for coordination of and responsibility for activities that promote accountability, integrity, and efficiency in the Office of Financial Regulation (OFR). The Office of Inspector General (OIG) conduct audits, investigations, and other accountability activities relating to the programs and operations of the agency.

OFR a is professional office environment with a public service-driven mission.

SPECIAL NOTES:

Four (4) years of professional office experience in accounting or auditing is required. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university may be used as an alternative for the years of required experience.

Additional requirements:

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suites, including, but not limited to: Word and Excel (Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint).  
• Skills and abilities must be demonstrated through prior work experience and/or training listed on the applicant’s resume.
• A valid driver’s license.

Preferences:

• A bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting or finance.

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Inspector General Auditor (CIGA), Certified Inspector General Investigator (CIGI).
• Accounting experience.
• Auditing experience.
• Experience conducting administrative investigations.
• Experience working with confidential or sensitive information.

This position may involve travel, which may be up to 25% of time worked.

Some of the excellent benefits available to Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) employees, include:

• Flexible work schedules for most positions.
• Paid holidays and an annual personal holiday.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Excellent health & life insurance options for individuals and/or family coverage.
• Additional supplemental insurances available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and Dependent Care Benefit reimbursement accounts available.
• Deferred Compensation opportunities.
• Tuition waivers to attend state universities/community colleges.
• Retirement plans and options.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

The anticipated salary range is $ 53,000.00 to $70,000.00.

Employees of the Department of Financial Services are paid on a monthly pay cycle.

Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

This position is authorized and requires the incumbent to obtain Criminal Justice Information (CJI). The incumbent will adhere to the Florida Department of Financial Services, Administrative Policies and Procedures 4-01 – CJIS Management Directive and Local Security Policy.

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

All applicants seeking employment with the OFR are subject to mandatory background checks conducted through the Department of Financial Service (DFS), Bureau of Human Resource Management in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. and reviews by OFR. Applicants may be disqualified for employment with OFR based on the information that may be obtained through research and/or OFR’s review process.

No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency. Background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for State and Federal criminal records checks through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and may include local criminal history checks through local law enforcement agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED ENTRY LEVEL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of basic management principles and practices
2. Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data.
3. Ability to conduct fact-finding research and interviews.
4. Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
5. Ability to understand and apply professional standards.
6. Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
7. Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
8. Ability to effectively work independently, and as a team member.
9. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
10. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
11. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Other KSA’s: 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites, including, but not limited to: Word and Excel

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This sensitive position works with the Inspector General and Audit Director in performing the work of the Office of Inspector General, which often involves access to confidential information while carrying out job duties.

• Assists with planning and conducting audits, management reviews, consultation engagements, and other accountability activities of programs, processes, information systems, internal controls, records, policies, procedures and OFR performance measures reviews in accordance with auditing standards, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, published by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Assists with planning and conducting investigations, inquiries, and reviews of alleged violations of statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; and allegations related to employee conduct and personnel issues in accordance with the Principles and Standards for the Offices of Inspector General published by the Association of Inspectors General.
• Responsible for data collection, often confidential data, in support of OIG activities and the proper handling and protection of the data. The incumbent is responsible for the independent analysis of data collected.
• Responsible for performing independent research related to OIG projects, analysis of the information and presentation of the results. Research is often extensive and complex and requires significant attention to detail.
• Assists OIG team members with coordinating with external entities, such as the Auditor General and Office of Program Policy and Governmental Accountability (OPPAGA), involved in performing audits and reviews of the agency.
• Assists OIG team members in initiating, conducting, and completing the annual risk assessment process to prepare the required annual audit work plan.
• Responsible for establishing, updating, and maintaining records related to the OIG’s accreditation through the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. (CFA).
• Assists in completion of components of the on-going internal quality assurance improvement program and the required report of the results.
• Coordinates with OIG team members to assist in the periodic external quality assurance review performed by the Auditor General.
• Exercises discretion and independent judgment in oversight of documentation maintained by the OIG.
• Responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and managing the retention schedule and related activities while ensuring compliance with public records requirements and laws.
• Assists agency officials and staff, as needed.
• Performs other related work, as required.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

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.