GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 42003912

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and Sick Leave

9 paid holidays + 1 Personal holiday

State Health Insurance

State retirement plan

Job summary

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Energy in Tallahassee, seeks a Government Analyst I to perform energy policy analysis, data collection, and program evaluation. The role supports renewable energy initiatives, energy conservation, and legislative insights for state energy priorities.

You will prepare data-driven content for annual reports, assist in COOP planning, and help coordinate with agencies during legislative sessions to advance the department's energy

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or its equivalent and seven (7) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering or administrative work; or
• A bachelor’s degree (4 years) 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 (6 years) from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of required experience as listed above.

Responsibilities

• Prepares correspondence, data summaries, and technical documentation related to assigned energy issues.
• Contributes to the FDACS Office of Energy Annual Report by preparing charts, tables, and data‑driven content.
• Assists with maintaining the Office of Energy’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and supports staffing of State Emergency Functions 12 and 19 as needed.
• Performs duties related to energy policy and legislative analysis for the Office of Energy.
• Supports the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of programs designed to promote renewable energy, energy conservation, and energy efficiency.

Skills

Systems analysis

Management analysis

Program planning

Program evaluation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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Requisition No:884325

Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services

Working Title: GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 42003912

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

OFFICE OF ENERGY

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

A high school diploma or its equivalent and seven (7) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in systems analysis, management analysis, program planning, program research, program evaluation, engineering or administrative work; or

A bachelor’s degree (4 years) 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 (6 years) from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of required experience as listed above.

Possession of a valid Class E Driver License.

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:

• All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
• 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:

NOTES:

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews will be taken into consideration when determining qualification for the position.

Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.

JOB DUTIES:

Prepares correspondence, data summaries, and technical documentation related to assigned energy issues. Contributes to the FDACS Office of Energy Annual Report by preparing charts, tables, and data‑driven content. Assists with maintaining the Office of Energy’s Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) and supports staffing of State Emergency Functions 12 and 19 as needed.

Performs duties related to energy policy and legislative analysis for the Office of Energy. Supports the planning, development, implementation, and assessment of programs designed to promote renewable energy, energy conservation, and energy efficiency. Works closely with the Legislation Specialist - SES and theDeputy Director to implement key initiatives and priorities regarding energy policy and development of energy legislation.

Assists in analyzing policy, economic, environmental, and energy‑related data to support the development of energy policy and legislative recommendations aligned with the FDACS Commissioner’s agenda. Conducts data collection and quantitative analysis to communicate current, emerging, and future energy issues.

Provides analytical support during meetings and policy discussions with public and private entities, particularly on topics involving the energy security and energy use in agriculture. Tracks and compiles data related to state legislation on energy, alternative fuel vehicles, and other issues affecting the Office of Energy during the Florida Legislative Session. Prepares data summaries, charts, and draft bill analyses when requested. Monitors federal programs and policies related to assigned energy issues and prepares supporting data reports or comments as needed.

Supports efforts to promote energy efficiency and conservation by developing data‑based informational materials for consumers and stakeholders. Assists in identifying opportunities for collaboration with agencies, organizations, local governments, universities, and utilities. Helps identify entities involved in research, technology transfer, and demonstration projects, and compiles data on available resources for program implementation.

Participates in national, regional, and local energy calls and meetings related to assigned energy issues, providing data insights and technical support as needed.

Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by the Office of Energy Legislation Specialist – SES, Director, and/or Deputy Director,.

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:

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, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32307 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309

For assistance, call the People First Service Center at [phone] Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. Pursuant to Florida Law, 110.211 F. S., the State of Florida is an EEO employer.