SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 71000528 1

Requisition No: 853140 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 71000528 1

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71000528 

Salary:  $51,500.00 

Posting Closing Date: 05/28/2025 

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SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ENGINEERING

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is an exciting opportunity within FDLE’s Information Technology Services (ITS) Division. The selected candidate will serve as a Java software developer in the development and maintenance of critical FDLE information systems through all stages of the application life cycle (design, review, testing, documentation, programming, and deployment).  The developer will be part of team that has an assigned business analyst that collects requirements from the customer.  The developer is responsible for writing and testing all programming changes to ensure new functions work as designed and existing functions continue to work according to requirements.  The person in this position will work closely with their manager to learn the division procedures and processes.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Developing software using the approved development tools and languages, while also performing testing on applications developed or maintained within Business Systems Engineering (BSE) / ITS;
• Documenting all coding changes within the software itself, the source code repository, to ensure the system can be easily maintained in the future;
• Testing thoroughly the software or computer process developed to ensure new functions work as designed and existing functions continue to work per requirements;
• Considering thoroughly time estimates of work and properly plan for delivery within the time frame provided to their manager;
• Working with FDLE Staff and customer representatives to assist with analysis and design solutions, as needed;
• Creating process flow diagrams and design documentation using various standard practices;
• Staging the software, writing implementation plans, coordinating and hosting meeting(s) in preparation of production implementation;
• Creating and maintaining documentation for programming, operations and maintenance, and end users regarding the databases and related applications and systems; and
• Designing and writing standard and ad hoc reports as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of object-oriented design principles used in computer programming;
• Knowledge of developing computer programs using MS-SQL Server and/or Oracle relational databases;
• Skilled in developing computer programs with Java, as well as various other programming languages;
• Skilled in testing techniques for computer applications to find defects prior to releasing for customer testing;
• Ability to think logically, analyze alternatives, and trouble-shoot and debug problems in computer applications;
• Ability to prepare process flow diagrams as well as other types of flowcharts for application documentation;
• Ability to follow computer application development standards and procedures;
• Ability to communicate clearly and accurately; and
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments in order to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.

Note: 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.

BASE SALARY:

• $ 51,500.00

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

HIRING PROCESS:

You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software/computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting.  You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

BACKGROUND:

FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include: financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant’s immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting.  This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

NOTES:

Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

REMINDERS:

1. 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.
2. 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 cancelled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers.

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.