SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT - 79000257

Requisition No: 857933 

Agency: Business and Professional Regulations

Working Title: SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT - 79000257

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 79000257 

Salary:  $2,209.91 to $2,423.08 Biweekly 

Posting Closing Date: 08/10/2025 

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DIVISION OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES & TOBACCO

Systems Programming Consultant

Position Number: 79000257
Hiring Salary Range: $2,209.91 to $2,423.08 Biweekly

*Open Competitive Announcement*

**Anticipated Vacancy**

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco licenses the manufacture, distribution, sale, and service of alcoholic beverage and tobacco products in Florida, including receipt and processing of license applications; collection and auditing of taxes and fees paid by licensees; and enforcement of the laws and regulation of the alcoholic beverage and tobacco industries, pursuant to Chapters 210, 561-565, 567-569, Florida Statutes. The division's three bureaus - Licensing, Auditing and Enforcement - comprise a team of approximately 325 personnel fulfilling the regulatory obligations of the division throughout the state.

The Work You Will Do:

This Systems Programming Consultant position is a professional position within the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco’s Director’s Office that provides daily guidance and assistance within the area of Information Technology.  This position serves as the Division’s Knowledge Champion (e.g.: Technology Liaison) and Data Steward.  The position assists the Director, Deputy Director, Bureau Chiefs, Assistant Bureau Chiefs, Division of Information Technology personnel, as well as internal and external customers with the following tasks: 

• Provides reports as needed to internal and external customers.
• Serves as the liaison between the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco and the Division of Information Technology by attending meetings with the Division of Information Technology and sharing information as needed regarding changes and enhancements to our licensing database or other programs as applicable.
• Represents the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco on various committees, workgroups, and meetings involving programmatic or operational issues related to information technology.
• Functions in the capacity of a project manager when assigned to do so by the Office of the Director.
• Manages project tasks to achieve a successful integration of new technology and business practices.
• Makes recommendations for modification to or the implementation of new technologies.
• Provides support to division staff regarding technology related issues and assists in resolving other administrative issues.
• Provides training to new staff on the operation of programs and software used by the division.
• Coordinates the testing and implementation for new programs, or changes and enhancements to existing programs used by the division.
• Maintains the division’s web pages, both external and internal, ensuring the information provided is current and accurate.
• Receives, analyzes and processes complaints and maintains complaint management system as needed.
• Conducts, prepares, and reviews reports, studies, publications, and research relating to operational trends and strategic program objectives.
  
  

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Covered within the section above (The Work You Will Do)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of the concepts and theories of data processing.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of computer programing and systems analysis.
• Knowledge of project control and resource estimating techniques.
• Knowledge of operating system and telecommunications concepts.
• Knowledge of computer programming languages.
• Skill in relaying and communicating information to the public verbally and in writing.
• Ability to develop various reports including technical data processing reports.
• Ability to interpret technical information relating to computer programming and other areas of data processing.
• Ability to communicate technical data processing information effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations. 
• Ability to work independently. 
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments. 
• Ability to utilize problem solving techniques. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others.

Minimum Requirements:

• Expert-level ability with Microsoft Excel and similar software.
• SQL experience in Oracle (12C databases).
• SQL experience in SQL Server databases.
• Ability to quickly and accurately query large databases in response to internal and external stakeholder requests.
• Ability to recognize key performance indicators and to provide recommendations in a clear and concise manner, and at a level appropriate for the particular audience.
• Demonstrated ability to track multiple project deadlines and keep internal stakeholders apprised of progress and/or issues impacting project progress.
• Familiarity with website publishing and maintenance.

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of performance dashboard software.
• Must possess the proven ability to integrate performance dashboard software into public-facing websites while maintaining integrity of the underlying data.

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:

• State of Florida retirement package: 3% employee contribution required.
• Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new employee with the State of Florida
• Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• The State of Florida offers health insurance coverage (i.e. individual and family coverage) to eligible employees.
• The State of Florida provides a $25,000 life insurance policy to eligible employees.
• Additional supplemental insurance policies are available for dental, vision, hospital supplement, cancer, etc.
• Tax deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts are available.
• Tuition waiver program to attend an approved State of Florida College or University is available.

For additional benefit information, please visit the following website: http://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com

***Information contained in responses to Qualifying Questions concerning education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities must also be clearly disclosed on the State of Florida Employment Application.***

Applicant Note: If you are the selected candidate for this position and hold a current license through the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, you may be required to place your license in an inactive status.
 
NOTE: This position requires a security background check and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and date of birth in order to conduct this background check.
 
Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online.  All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement.  If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
 
The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. 

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DBPR Human Resources (HR) Office at (850) 487-2074. DBPR requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

SPECIAL REMINDERS:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.  For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov .

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 Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation values the sacrifices veterans and their family members have given to our country and support the hiring of returning service members and military spouses. 

A candidate for veterans’ preference who believes he or she was not afforded employment preference may file a complaint in accordance with Rule 55A-7.016, F.A.C., with the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Veterans’ Preference Coordinator, 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311, Largo, FL, 33778. The Department of Veterans’ Affairs has also established an email where people can electronically file claims or ask questions. The email is veteranspreference@fdva.state.fl.us.

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation will only hire U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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.