SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 71002443

Requisition No: 880264 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 71002443

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 71002443 

Salary:  $52,530.14 

Posting Closing Date: 07/25/2026 

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SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ENGINEERING/CJIS DATA PROJECTS/CYBER

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of the Computer & Information System Manager - I, this position actively participates in the Information Technology Services (ITS) Business Systems Engineering (BSE) – Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Section. Assisting with the formulation of overall Division goals and objectives, policy and operational issues, and special projects.  This individual responds to Division or Department needs for information, analysis of current issues, or problem resolution in time frames established.  This position works independently and in teams to accomplish objectives, and consults both internally and externally with users of Division services to evaluate their information needs and capabilities. This position must meet and maintain a Nationa Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC) certification as required and is responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of data housed within the department databases. In the capacity of these duties, this position will act as an IT Project Business Analyst.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific duties include:

• Planning, coordinating, and participating in the research, evaluation, development, and implementation of the systems supporting the Division of Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) to include monitoring and tracking of on-going CJIS projects by providing status reports and updates to their supervisor and CJIS Customer.
• Reviewing and providing recommendations for approval of project milestones and deliverables;
• Identifying risks to project completion by monitoring scope, budget and critical path deviations and provides risk mitigation recommendations;
• Performing studies and evaluates new/enhanced software products that improve productivity of CJIS members as well improving the effectiveness of resource management;
• Serving as a business analyst in the review and development of CJIS data applications. This includes development and implementation of policies and procedures relating to CJIS Systems, in coordination with the customer;
• Consulting with customers and conducting assessments to define system requirements. Provides business analysis in the identification of user needs and system capabilities. Provides quality assurance checks and balances or developed applications;
• Working closely with the customer to answer technical questions regarding the data applications they utilize and service;
• Working closely with internal customers to learn their needs and accurately translates them as required. Assists other BSE members in performing these tasks;
• Scheduling and facilitating IT requirements gathering meetings; and
• Utilizing and managing Jira issues for multiple projects and dashboards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Business Analysis;
• Knowledge of the methods of data collection;
• Ability to translate business needs into functional and non-functional requirements;
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing;
• Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data;
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;
• Ability to operate computers and other office equipment;
• Ability to work independently by planning, organizing, and coordinating work assignments;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

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:

• $52,530.14

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.

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.