Government Analyst II - 37010168

Requisition No: 824783

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST II - 37010168

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 37010168

Salary: $52,000 annually

Posting Closing Date: 03/24/2024

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Please note. This is an Internal vacancy announcement and only employees employed with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection may apply.

Government Analyst II

State of Florida

Department of Environmental Protection

Our Organization and Mission:

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state's lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida's natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

This posting is for an Government Analyst II position located at the Department of Environmental Protection's Southwest District Office, in Temple Terrace.

This position is a highly responsible administrative position responsible for continued development, implementation, and effective management of key processes and programs within the district's administrative program. Actively supports and works toward fulfilling the Agency's Affirmative Action objectives.

The Difference You Will Make

Help protect Florida's unique environment by ensuring that regulatory activities are designed to protect water and wildlife resources; review and inspect existing facilities to ensure that they are conducted in compliance with Florida environmental regulations.

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

The Southwest District Office is located in Temple Terrace, a small city just outside of Tampa. Tampa is close to the Gulf Coast with beautiful white sand beaches. It is considered a major business center while also known for its museums and cultural offerings. Places such as the Busch Gardens Theme Park, historic Ybor City with its many restaurants and nightlife, the world's longest continuous sidewalk along Bayshore Blvd., and a sports enthusiast haven are just some of the many activities people can enjoy in the area. There is also no state income tax for residents of Florida. The Southwest District covers 8 counties (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Polk, Pasco, Hernando, Citrus, and Hardee).

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 click www.myfrs.com);

• Flexible Spending Accounts;

• Tuition waivers;

• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Pay:

$52,000 annually

Your Specific Responsibilities:

In carrying out the duties of this position, the incumbent is expected at all times to be aware of and abide by the Department's Standards of Conduct, as well as any and all departmental and/or work unit rules, directives, policies, procedures, and/or general orders applicable to performing the duties of this position. If position is supervisory, incumbent is also expected to actively support and work toward fulfilling the Agency's Affirmative Action objectives.

This position is a highly responsible administrative position responsible for continued development, implementation, and effective management of key processes and programs within the district's administrative program. This position reports to the Operations Manager C. The incumbent is expected to work closely with the various Business Planning Team Members and the CAP and Permitting administrators or their designees in carrying out assigned duties and in the implementation the principles of Continuous Improvement and the implementation of LEAN methodology to reduce waste and provide services that add value for all customers.

LCT Accounts Receivable Coordinator: Serves as the district's LCT accounts receivable (AR) coordinator. Works closely with program staff, division, and OGC staff to ensure all ARs are handled in a timely manner. Researches checks as to the related program area, add-on fee, site numbers and accuracy of OGC case numbers and notes as such into CRA. Responsibilities include ensuring permit applicant checks are logged and received, Permit applications are screened for the department area and delivered to each appropriate program area for fee review. This position is responsible for safeguarding the district's permit application checks until the checks are locally deposited. Processes fee requests, check returns and refund requests. Responsible for the strict adherence to the written revenue processing policies. Practices accepted accounting procedures at all times and at all levels.

Business Support: Builds and maintains relationships with key business support partners. Coordinates, plans, and participates in business supports outreach activities as required. Provides information and referral duties, in person and by telephone, as well as taking and routing messages for all District staff members. Assist with answering and routing of all incoming telephone calls to the appropriate section or individual from the central switchboard. Takes and relays messages for personnel when they are unavailable. Greets, announces and directs visitors to the appropriate areas and issues visitor identification badges. Gives general information regarding services rendered by the Agency as well as locations and services offered by other agencies. Records and issues security passes for staff and visitors. Serves as backup for clerical positions as needed.

CAP AND PERMITTING SUPPORT: Provide support in the following areas and as required;

• Updating of internal email distribution lists

• EDP Management/Planning/Tracking - responsible for the annual coordination of the Employee Development Plan and subsequent tracking for completion.

• Internship program coordinator - responsible development and maintenance of the district internship program. In addition will track incoming intern applications, scheduling of interviews and coordination of program each semester.

• Training Liaison - responsible for attending monthly meetings and coordination of training opportunities throughout the district in the PeopleFirst Learning Management System.

OTHER DUTIES: Carrying out assignments related to special projects as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, organize, and conduct training for staff.

• Ability to lead ad-hoc work groups, teams, and projects.

• Ability to safeguard confidential and sensitive information.

• Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and prioritize work assignments.

• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form.

• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze data to develop alternative recommendations, document workflow and other activities relating to the improvement of operational and management practices.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Skilled in the use MS Office Software programs and other databases to complete assignments.

• Knowledge of basic management principles and practices.

• Ability to organize data into logical format for presentation in reports, documents, and other written materials.

• Ability to understand and apply process improvement strategies.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; or any combination of post-secondary education or verifiable related experience, as described in this posting, for a total of four years.

Other Job Related Requirements for this position:

• Maintain a Valid Class E Driver's License.

• The ability to successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history background check.

POSITION OF SPECIAL TRUST REQUIREMENT: This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferrable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

HR_VeteransPreference@dep.state.fl.us

HR_Recruitment@dep.state.fl.us

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.

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