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Requisition No: 839491
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 42000782
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
FOOD, NUTRITION AND WELLNESS
***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***
CONTACT:
William Wright (850) 617-5157
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of professional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering, or administrative work or
A master’s degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one (1) year of the required experience or
Professional or nonprofessional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
Requires possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Please Note: There will be a numerically based work sample administered with an established minimum required passing score to all eligible candidates as part of the hiring process for this position.
EDUCATIONAL NOTE: Graduates utilizing education attained in the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position will not be appointed until verification of the applicable degree has been obtained.Foreign trained graduates utilizing a degree attained outside of the United States to meet the minimum requirements of a position must be prepared to provide a copy of a credential evaluation conducted by an Approved Credential Evaluation Agency. A list of approved agencies can be viewed at “Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies, Florida Department of Education.” Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies (fldoe.org)
***ATTENTION CANDIDATES***
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
- Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
- Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Moderate travel a minimum of 25% of scheduled hours.
Travel will vary based on activities scheduled.
Must be willing to obtain additional training opportunities appropriate to job functions.
NOTES:
Successful applicants must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
Some weekend and evening travel required for attendance/presentations at conferences, and meetings.
JOB DUTIES:
General: This position is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, inputting, and monitoring financial and programmatic data for the Supplemental Food Programs. Responsible for assisting the Household Program section in a range of activities including managing program data, preparing reports, providing technical assistance, and performing administrative duties.
Reviews, analyzes and monitors financial redemption data from the Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (FMNP). Verifies check deposits with the contracted financial institution and timely communicates discrepancies or concerns.
Analyzes data gathered and develops solutions or alternative methods of processing.
Compiles monthly and year-end financial reports.
Maintains accurate records and manages electronic database for growers and farmers markets participating in, or interested in, the FMNP program.
Provides support to the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC)–FMNP Coordinator by assisting with the development of training sessions and best practices for the operation of the FMNP, particularly related to the collection of program payments and provides training to WIC-FMNP farmers as needed.
Maintains, organizes, and dispatches records and documentation on program participants, correspondence, monitor visits and reports in a readily accessible format for the program and WIC-FMNP participants.
Assists the WIC-FMNP Coordinator with conducting outreach for program expansion.
Assists the WIC-FMNP Coordinator in developing evaluation tools to determine program effectiveness.
Attend meetings involving state and feral laws and regulations effecting WIC-FMNP.
Assist the WIC-FMNP Coordinator in preparing memos, funding requests, legislative analyses and other correspondence related to WIC-FMNP.
Gathers, reviews, analyzes, and inputs programmatic data in to, databases as needed. Maintains accurate records and provides information as requested.
Develops and disseminates program related surveys for participants in the Supplemental Food Programs. Gathers survey responses and analyzes results. Prepares recommendations for implementation of processes, procedures, or organizational changes.
Assists with the emergency management functions of the bureau during periods of disaster. Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication.
- Knowledge of principles of administrative management, including office procedures and reporting.
- Ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations relative to federal nutrition programs.
- Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze data relating to federal nutrition programs.
- Ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports.
- Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Ability to learn and utilize computer processes.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external customers.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups.
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:
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year;
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options;
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please visit www.myfrs.com ;)
For an estimate of the total compensation package for this position, please visit the “Total Compensation Estimator Tool” located above under the “Posting Closing Date.”
SPECIAL NOTES:
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.
Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317
For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562-7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time
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