Systems Project Consultant - 48001590

SYSTEMS PROJECT CONSULTANT - 48001590 Date: Jan 12, 2023 Location: TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforceoperations/humanresourcemanagement/forjobapplicants/everify) .Requisition No: 791754 Agency: Department of EducationWorking Title: SYSTEMS PROJECT CONSULTANT - 48001590Position Number: 48001590 Salary: $45,848.06 Posting Closing Date: 01/31/2023 Division of Technology and Innovation Systems Project Consultant Location: Tallahassee, FL County: Leon Starting Salary Range: $45,848.06 “Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a level 2 background screening pursuant to Chapter 435, Florida Statutes." DESCRIPTION: The Workforce Education Data Systems (WEDS) office within the Department of Education office is seeking an individual to serve in a full-time position as a System Project Consultant. Our office functions as a data collection and customer support office for district technical centers and community-based organizations providing instruction for adult general education and postsecondary career and technical education. This position will assist with the development of application that support the department's workforce development information systems and programs; and it will assist with district level customer support. Most of the responsibility will be in the maintenance, support and enhancements of existing applications and reports with opportunities to participate in major project efforts. This position requires knowledge of SAS programming, or strength in other programming languages and the ability to write complex SQL queries. The applicant must be able to develop work products from concept to completion, assist in technical writing, analyze and implement division initiatives, coordinate and lead meetings. The ideal candidate should have excellent written and verbal skills. Preferences will be given to those who have proven experience and skills in SAS programming, SQL queries, Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365, SharePoint, and Visio) and who have experience working with Adult General Education or Postsecondary Career and Technical education or working knowledge of these fields. REQUIREMENTS: Serves as primary point person on postsecondary vocational and adult general education reporting issues.

Produces programs, reports, data, and analyses required for career education funding issues.

Maintains final/supporting documentation of reports/data/analyses.

Designs, produces and maintains standard and ad hoc reports as requested.

Assists with the analysis and verification of data reported by districts to the bureau.

Assists with the continuous review of data element definitions, formats, edits and related documentation.

Maintains appropriate documentation.

Maintains positive customer/work relationships with customers and vendors through effective personal and written communication and technical assistance and guidance.

Presents to local groups of staff and administrators at workshops and regional meetings.

Produces Federal and State level reports.

Provide technical assistance to local providers on data collection and data analysis regarding Perkins, Adult Education programs, services and activities.

Maintains and improves personal effectiveness by delivering quality and timely products and services; adapting to changing priorities, demands and expectations; and acquiring and applying new skills and knowledge.

The employee must be productive under tight timeframes, balance multiple and competing priorities and maintain goal-directed behavior and performance sometimes under stressful condition.

The employee must interact courteously with others.

The employee's performance and behavior must demonstrate consideration of the workload concerns of others and must not negatively affect productivity and morale of the unit.

Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Perform other duties as required and assigned.

SKILLS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

Experienced in SAS programming or other programming languages, SQL Server Reporting Services, or other structures report writer software.

Experienced in writing SQL queries and stored procedures on Microsoft SQL server 2008-2017.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to multitask effectively.

Possess strong organizational skills.

Ability to effectively collect data and show deductive reasoning skills.

Ability to conduct fact-finding research.

Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.

Attention to detail.

Ability to plan and prioritize work and handle concurrent assignments.

Ability to discuss technical issues and contribute to making sound decisions.

Ability to write technical documentation, specification documentation and status reports.

Ability to collect, evaluate and analyze information to develop alternative recommendations, solve programs and produce solutions.

Ability to research and troubleshoot web applications.

Knowledge of relational database concepts.

Position Location:

This position is located at our headquarter location at 325 West Gaines Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

Background Screening Requirements

It is the policy of the Florida Department of Education that applicants for employment undergo level 2 employment screening in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, Florida Statutes, as a condition of employment or being permitted to serve as a volunteer.

All applicants for employment or to volunteer who are selected for an interview will be provided with the Consent to Background Screening form for level 2 screening, the Affidavit of Good Moral Character, and the Notice of Rights. The leading candidate for employment or to volunteer will be required to execute the Consent form and Affidavit, report to a designated location, and submit fingerprints for level 2 screening.

No applicant for a designated position will be employed or permitted to volunteer until the level 2 screening results are received, reviewed, and approved by the Department.

Level 2 background screening shall include, but not be limited to, fingerprinting for statewide criminal and juvenile records checked through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and federal criminal records checked through the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and may include local criminal records checks through local law enforcement agencies.

It is the policy of the Department of Education to give preference to eligible veterans and the spouses of veterans in appointment and retention in positions of public employment.

The Department of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer.

APPLICANTION NOTESCandidate Profile (application) must be completed in its entirety. Include supervisor names and phone number of all periods of employment.

Account for and explain any gaps in employment; gaps of employment 3 months or moremust be addressed on application.

Experience, education, training, knowledge, skills and/or abilities as well as responses to pre-qualifying questions must be verifiable to meet the minimum qualifications.

Each field (address, city, state, dates, phone number, etc.)mustbe completed.

Periods of employment should be entered.

Please submit any supporting documentation when claiming preference.

SELECTIVE SERVICES: Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962 will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Other Personal Services (OPS) or Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS) unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. Verification of Selective Service registration will be conducted prior to hire. For additional details please visit: http://www.sss.gov 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. Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee