Vendor Services Analyst - 31001748

Requisition No: 868626 

Agency: Division of Emergency Management

Working Title: Vendor Services Analyst - 31001748

 Pay Plan: CS Exempt (EOG)

Position Number: 31001748 

Salary:  $42,287.32 

Posting Closing Date: 02/10/2026 

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Vendor Services Analyst

Bureau of Response

Florida Division of Emergency Management

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL

The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) plans for and responds to both natural and man-made disasters. These range from floods and hurricanes to incidents involving hazardous materials or nuclear power. FDEM is the liaison between federal, state, and local agencies. FDEM prepares and implements a statewide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test state and county emergency response capabilities, provides technical assistance to local governments as they prepare emergency plans and procedures, as well as conducts emergency operations trainings for state and local government agencies.

FDEM serves as the lead agency for the State Emergency Response Team (SERT), whose primary goal is the coordination of the state’s efforts during disaster response and recovery. This coordination is conducted within the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) in Tallahassee. Additionally, FDEM manages the State Watch Office; the 24-hour a day operation tasked with providing situational awareness to stakeholders statewide. After a disaster, FDEM conducts damage assessment surveys and advises the Governor of the State of Florida on whether to declare an emergency and seek federal relief funds. It is against this backdrop that FDEM strives to demonstrate its mission of, “Coordinate, collaborate, and communicate with our community stakeholders for a resilient Florida”, along with our vision of “Leading the Profession in building prepared and resilient communities”.

Position Overview and Responsibilities:

This position serves as a Vendor Services Analyst and will support the financial management activities for the Bureau of Response, assisting with budget management and procurement coordination. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in tracking and reviewing Response’s annual budget, including operating funds, grant-funded projects, and position rate controls.
• Assist in analyzing current and projected budget expenditures, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Support Response’s annual budget management by assisting in data collection and financial reporting for operating funds and grant-funded projects.
• Coordinate with the Bureau of Financial Management and the Office of Procurement and Contract Management to assist with procuring goods and services for Response and the SERT.
• Assist in monitoring and tracking purchases, invoicing, and payment close-out activities, ensuring alignment with budget and procurement policies.
• Perform necessary duties during activations of the SEOC, including working non-traditional hours when needed.
• Assist with travel coordination, including but not limited to Response’s leadership travel; special projects, and other tasks as assigned by senior staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

In response to emergency events, FDEM employees may be required to work irregular hours, to work more than 8 hours per day, to work extended periods (including nights, weekends, and holidays), to work at locations other than their official headquarters, and to perform duties in addition to those outlined in the employee’s position description. Employees must be able to deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Basic understanding of financial management principles.
• Familiarity with the state budgetary process and procurement policies.
• Sharp attention to detail, with the ability to collect and verify financial and contractual documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A minimum of four years’ experience in finance, accounting, or a related field. A post-secondary degree in finance, accounting, or a related field may be used as an alternative for years of experience on a year-for-year basis.
• A minimum of two years’ professional experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or procurement.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and the ability to learn and navigate division enterprise business systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional experience with public sector or government finance, including knowledge of state budgetary processes and procurement policies.

Special Notes:

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

FDEM is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. FDEM appreciates the service and sacrifices made by veterans and their family members and recognizes the immeasurable value veterans bring to the workplace and is committed to increasing the number of veterans that serve in its workforce.

FDEM is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes. An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the FDEM Human Resources Office at (850) 815-4177. FDEM requests applicants notify the Human Resources Office 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.

Successful completion of background screening will be required for this position.

The State of Florida and FDEM participate in E-Verify. This federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

In response to emergency events, FDEM employees may be required to work irregular hours, to work more than 8 hours per day, to work extended periods (including nights, weekends, and holidays), to work at locations other than their official headquarters, and to perform duties in addition to those outlined in the employee’s position description. Employees must be able to deploy to emergency sites with limited advance notice.

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.