SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 80080083 Date: Feb 7, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 846358 Agency: Juvenile Justice Working Title: SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 80080083 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 80080083 Salary: Up to $ 2,884.62 bi-weekly Posting Closing Date: 02/24/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) The Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) salutes our heroes. We are honored to have the opportunity to support our nation’s veterans and their families. We value the service given to our country and support the hiring of service members and military spouses. LOCATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION: Working Title : Sr. Business Analyst Location: Knight Building, 2737 Centerview Drive, Tallahassee, Florida 32399 Contact Person: Godfrey Ekata (850) 717-2330 Starting Salary: $1,849.25 up to $ 2,884.62 Bi-weekly based on education, specific skillsets, and work experience. ( In accordance with current spending restrictions, if the appointment is an internal promotion, the position will be filled at the minimum of the pay grade or up to 5% of the employee’s current rate, whichever higher). DESCRIPTION : The Information Technology (IT) Bureau in the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) is seeking an experienced individual to assist IT project management office (PMO) in coordinating and leading project delivery in accordance with project management processes based on Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) standards and the policies and procedures of DJJ; facilitating and performing data analysis and work processes to establish business and user requirements; preparing documentation and participants for user acceptance testing (UAT) of developed software solutions including the Florida Planning, Accounting, and Ledger Management (PALM) system; leading the identification of key components of test execution including test management; and coordinating and maintaining procedures related to information technology projects and software application development. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Responsibilities, duties, and activities may include but not limited to the following: + Work closely with Finance & Accounting, Budget, and other business groups to develop requirements and user stories for performing UAT of the Florida PALM solution. + Elicit and document user requirements as needed for Juvenile Justice software applications. + Assist in the planning, coordination, and guidance for all phases of project management with project teams in accordance with project the management guidelines, standards, procedures, and templates, consistent with FL[DS] rules and DJJ policies and procedures. + Design and document technical and business solutions for user needs, utilizing a variety of business analysis modeling techniques including but not limited to flowcharting, use cases and use case diagrams, user stories, and requirements traceability matrices. + Create process models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to developers and/or the project team. + Participate in the development and review of policies, procedures, and standards within the Bureau of Information Technology. + Assist in bridging the gaps between business units and IT functions to create product requirements. + Work in cooperation with project manager, senior business analyst, and developers to meet project goals. + Develop strong relationships with Business and Technical groups as well as with our end users to improve IT services, support, and customer satisfaction. + Gain an understanding of the organization’s business process and perform thorough determination of user needs at system and/or process level. + Develop use cases to explain/demonstrate business requirements/specifications to our Application Development team. + Flesh out details of a business solution, which requires a good understanding of how technological solutions are implemented. + Develop test scripts utilizing comprehensive business requirements. + Perform independent verification and validation (IV&V) of developed software solutions to ensure they meet business requirements. + Perform other project functions as may be assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : + Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. + Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools. + Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. + Strong organizational, analytical, and critical thinking skills + Experience with structured analysis techniques and in collecting, evaluating, and analyzing data to develop alternative recommendations, solve problems, document workflow, and other activities relating to the improvement of project management practices. + Ability to conduct fact finding research, work independently, plan, organize and coordinate work assignments, and to establish and maintain effective working relationship with others. + Ability to interpret and communicate business and technical information effectively to project team and stakeholders. + Working experience with Microsoft Project; Proficiency in Excel, MS Word, Visio, or similar tools for creating prototypes, diagrams, flowchart, and process flows. + Excellent writing skills – must be able to present written technical information that is clear and understandable to technical and non-technical stakeholders. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : + Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field. + Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. + 5+ years of experience in business analysis and/or project management. + Master of Business Administration (MBA). + Familiarity with Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). + Familiarity with International Institute of Business Analysts Body of Knowledge (BABOK). SPECIAL NOTES : All prospective candidates will be subject to a sex offender check, criminal background checks (state, local, and national) and pre-employment drug screening for direct care positions. DJJ participates in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility). When identified on a position description, a valid driver’s license is required. If initially hired with an out-of-state license, the Florida resident must obtain a valid Florida state driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Licenses suspended or revoked for any reason, work permits (Business purpose/Employment/education only licenses) and some types of restricted licenses are not acceptable. Licenses that have Corrective Lenses Restriction are acceptable, provided the driver wears corrective lenses while operating the vehicle. 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 clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee