The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of TS-316. This position is located in the Operations Section. Req. 201282This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee. Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 219-1041. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.For further information about this posting, please contact: Erica R. Gay HR Specialist Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources email: Erica.Gay@la.gov MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree plus five years of experience in information technology or professional administrative services.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
1. An associate's degree in information technology or accounting will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
2. Two years of experience or training in information technology will substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine experience or training in information technology and college credit to substitute for the required baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for six months of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 or more semester hours credit will substitute for one year and six months of experience or training in information technology towards the baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 90 semester hours may be combined with experience or training in information technology to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
3. Six years of full-time work experience in any field may be substituted for the required baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience in any field and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows:
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
4. A baccalaureate degree with twenty-four semester hours in computer science, management information systems (MIS), quantitative business analysis--computer science, electrical engineering, information systems and decision sciences, computer engineering, mathematics, telecommunications, or computer information systems will substitute for up to one year of required experience.
5. A master’s degree will substitute for up to one year of required experience.
NOTE:
Multiple specialized degrees and/or master's degrees will substitute for a maximum of one year of required experience.
NOTE:
A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To support statewide information technology operations by serving as a program manager for an assigned operational function.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Program Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Direct from an IT Statewide Manager. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May provide direct or functional supervision over lower-level OTS personnel. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Division of Administration, Office of Technology Services
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from OTS Statewide Operations Senior Analyst 1 by the presence of program management responsibility for an assigned statewide information technology operations function.
Differs from IT Statewide Managers by the absence of managerial authority for a defined organizational unit of the Office of Technology Services with responsibility for a statewide technology service or technology platform.
The Office of Technology Services aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State's investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.
The main functions include IT budget preparation, IT budget control/recommendations, IT revenue projections IT expenditure projections and financial reporting. Plans, assures implementation, reviews and evaluates results, and reports results to the FDM IT Director 1.
Job Duties
60% Analyze and evaluate budget proposals, financial reports, and expenditure trends to provide accurate and comprehensive financial recommendations to senior management. Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring OTS budget request, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies. Prepares budget adjustment entries for LaGov. Collaborate with customer agency financial department heads and IT program managers to assess financial needs, review funding requests, and develop IT budgets. Prepares the OTS customer agency statewide adjustments for submission to State Budget Office. Monitor expenditure patterns, revenue streams, and budgetary constraints to identify potential budget shortfalls or surplus and recommend appropriate actions. Responsible for tracking, monitoring and reporting of GASB 87 and 96 reporting required for state financial reporting to Office of Statewide Reporting and Accounting Policy. This incumbent will also be responsible for IT financed procurement purchases.
20% Provide guidance and support in budget planning, forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure effective utilization of funds and alignment with IT strategic objectives. Reviews recommendations for changes to budgetary requirements and methods of cost recovery to support OTS operational needs; recommends approval to management. Conduct cost-benefit analyses, financial modeling, and feasibility studies to support decision-making processes and evaluate program effectiveness. Prepare financial reports, budget presentations, and dashboards to communicate state IT budgetary information, financial performance, and key metrics to stakeholders. Provide oversight in the preparation of complex financial reports in the areas of budget development and revenue forecasting. Engage with state budget office, state legislative staff, and DOA staff as it relates to the IT state budget.
15% The incumbent must be competent in multi-tasking in order to accommodate ever changing law and governing rules and regulations at both State and Federal level and to successfully manage budget preparation and control. Interacts and confers with the Office of Statewide Reporting and Accounting Policy, the State Budget Office, the State Treasurer’s Office, the Legislative Fiscal Office, and the Legislative Auditor’s Office, Federal auditors and program personnel, agency administrators and other interested parties, as required, to exchange pertinent information, discuss daily financial operation and to resolve problems related to financial and budgetary control. Provides input regarding the impact of new legislation, rules, regulations and policies as it relates to complex information technology systems having statewide implications. Conduct thorough financial budget reviews and variance analysis to identify areas of improvement, cost-saving opportunities, and potential risks with OTS customer agencies.
5% Performs other duties as assigned.
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