GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 60007221

Requisition No: 856369 

Agency: Children and Families

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 60007221

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 60007221 

Salary:  $75,000 

Posting Closing Date: 07/14/2025 

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Government Analyst II

Position # 60007221

Open Competitive

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY

Current employees will be compensated in accordance with DCF salary policy.

This is not a telework position.

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION RESPONSES TO THE QUALIFYING QUESTIONS ARE REQUIRED AND MUST BE VERIFIABLE BASED ON YOUR SUBMITTED APPLICATION.

This position will develop materials and updates that oversee the business side of agency business systems and training needs for Financial Management (FSS, F&A, Budget, Revenue) and supporting ASA Admin office to meet the department’s future needs in a rapidly changing financial landscape with the focus on the people side of changes to business process, systems and technology, job roles, and organizational structure(s).

Under the general supervision of the Chief Financial Officer, Office of Administration, the incumbent in this position will coordinate and provide support for the Circuits/Region supported by Administration. The incumbent will be responsible for design and delivery of enterprise and localized dashboards, electronic workflows, and lightweight applications with minimal traditional coding using the low-code Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, Power Automate, and PowerBI).  The incumbent will setup and configure systems for each business group's unique requirements within Administration. The incumbent will create and implement strategies and plans that maximize employee knowledge, understanding, and use of administrative business systems and solutions in collaboration with end users and department Information Technology (IT).   The incumbent is responsible for support to financial management and end users of agency business systems involving major functions of a fiscal program with a large and highly complex finance and accounting activity, including maintaining, updating, and recommending accounting policy and systems function promoting department efficiencies and continued success. This position also is responsible for training Financial Management and end user customers using the agency systems and supporting applications for rules and regulations.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Work independently or with a team on all areas of Power Platform development and implementation of work items including requirements definition, design, configuration, customization, testing, integration, analytics and reporting, user readiness materials, and production support.
• Lead efforts in communicating, motivating, and training employees across financial and administrative units. Develop comprehensive desktop procedures, training materials, and strategies to support the evolving needs of Financial Management (FSS, F&A, Budget, Revenue) and the ASA Admin Office.
• Focus on the people side of change, ensuring smooth transitions in business processes, systems, technologies, job roles, and organizational structures. Support the department’s adaptation to a rapidly changing financial landscape through strategic change management and employee engagement.
• Design and configure agency business systems to meet the unique requirements of each administrative business group. Provide ongoing support and updates to ensure system functionality aligns with current accounting policies and business needs.
• Deliver training to financial management staff and system end users. Ensure users understand and comply with relevant rules, regulations, and application procedures.
• Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Support Services (FSS), design and deliver enterprise and localized dashboards, electronic workflows, and low-code applications using Microsoft Power Platform tools (PowerApps, Power Automate, and Power BI).
• Collaborate with IT and end users to create and implement solutions that enhance the functionality and user experience of administrative and financial business systems.
• Analyze and understand customer business processes, objectives, and challenges and then help implement solutions to address those challenges.
• Facilitate functional workshops and trainings with customers, document requirements, and design appropriate solutions. Assist in the creation of training documentation of new department business processes related to ongoing process improvement efforts.
• Create, manage, and maintain flowcharts/roadmaps, which contain specific steps for sponsors to perform with the project team other sponsors, peers, and employees, relevant to ongoing process improvement efforts and transitions to new platforms or agency/state business systems.
• Work with the internal product/business team in collaboration with IT to develop Power Platform offerings that can be delivered to multiple customers.
• Communicate and translate technical concepts to non-technical customers and business leaders.
• Identifies opportunities for improving services delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvements and implement necessary changes to enhance operational efficiency and compliance.
• Perform periodic audits and assessments to ensure that accounting operations and internal controls are functioning effectively and efficiently. Report on compliance status, internal control effectiveness, and policy implementation to senior management as needed.
• Ensure all policies and procedures align with department standards, regulations, and best practices. Maintain and update systems in alignment with department policies. Recommend improvements to accounting policies and system functions to promote efficiency and long-term success.
• Plans workloads, workflows, deadlines, work objectives and time utilization.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position:

• Knowledge of Florida Statutes, State Comptroller, and Department of Children and Families rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection and analysis.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to coordinate a consultative program designed to ensure the resolution and operational problems.
• Ability to determine work priorities and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Knowledge of mathematics and statistics
• knowledge of the techniques utilized in conducting examinations or investigations of financial institutions, securities and finance companies, or state agencies.
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling and analyzing data
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices
• Knowledge of accounting or auditing principles and procedures
• Knowledge of program planning and evaluation techniques
• Ability to investigate, review, analyze and evaluate data
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Ability to plan and direct program activities
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques
• Ability to identify, analyze, and review accounting system requirements
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments
• Ability to analyze workflow and implement changes
• Strong ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams, demonstrating a cooperative and supportive approach to achieving shared goals.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, able to collaborate with others to identify solutions and contribute to decision-making processes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas and actively listen to others, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Skilled in resolving conflicts constructively, maintaining positive working relationships and ensuring team cohesion
• Ability to motivate and encourage team members, fostering a positive and high-performance environment that enhances collaboration and teamwork.
• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of accountability within the team, taking ownership of tasks and responsibilities while contributing to the overall success of group initiatives.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of experience within the State of Florida government or county/city government knowledge.
• Significant knowledge and proficiency with federal, state, and county laws, regulations, and requirements within public sector accounting.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced level of proficiency in performing fiscal studies, analyzing acquired data, and making recommendations on course of action based on that study.
• Ability to create and conduct trainings for large group settings both virtually and in person.

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.