GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT II - Suwannee Correctional Institution

Florida; Live Oak (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave and holidays

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental, Vision, Disability

Tuition-Free college courses

Retirement plans - FRS

Drop/Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The Florida Department of Corrections is seeking a data analytics professional to manage and analyze maintenance and construction data at Suwannee Correctional Institution in Live Oak, FL. The role requires strong Excel skills and experience in KPI development.

The position is not a telework role and requires reporting to the designated FDC office. A background in data reporting and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in business management, accounting, finance, communications, writing, or related field; or six years of professional experience.
• At least ten years of experience in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, advanced formulas, and macros.
• Experience in data analysis and creating KPIs for at least three years.

Responsibilities

• Data management and analysis of maintenance activities, construction projects, resource utilization, and performance metrics.
• Develop and implement tracking systems for real-time visibility into operations; use Excel for reporting and analysis.
• Generate regular reports, insights, and correspondence; analyze financial, contract, and budget data to recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Provide training and support on analytics tools and tracking systems; solve problems and guide decision-making.

Skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

KPIs reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Six years of professional experience substitute for up to four years of education

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Date: Oct 21, 2026

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website .

Requisition No:885441

Agency: Department of Corrections

This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at the Suwannee Correctional Institution.

The mission of Facilities Management and Building Construction at the Florida Department of Corrections is to provide a safe, secure, and efficient environment for staff, inmates, and visitors. This is achieved through the effective management, maintenance, and construction of correctional facilities, ensuring they meet all regulatory standards and support the department's overall mission of public safety and rehabilitation.

This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

JOB DUTIES:

• Data Management and Analysis: Collect, evaluate, and analyze data related to maintenance activities, construction projects, resource utilization, and performance metrics. Organize data into logical formats for reports, documents, and presentations to support decision-making and operational improvements.
• System Development and Implementation: Develop and implement tracking systems to provide real-time visibility into maintenance operations and construction projects. Utilize advanced Microsoft Office tools, including Excel (e.g., Pivot Tables and Graphs), to manage and analyze data effectively.
• Reporting and Insights: Generate regular reports, actionable insights, and administrative correspondence to support continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze and interpret financial, contract, and budgetary data to evaluate needs and recommend solutions.
• Collaboration and Compliance: Work closely with maintenance teams, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure alignment, efficient resource allocation, and compliance with F.S. 287, Florida Administrative Codes, and other applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
• Training and Problem-Solving: Provide training and support on analytics tools and tracking systems. Solve problems, conduct fact-finding research, and make informed decisions to improve operational and management practices while ensuring proper completion of work assignments

BENEFITS:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits.
• Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance.
• Tuition-Free college courses.
• Retirement Plans with the Florida Retirement System:
• Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop)
• Deferred Compensation
• Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education and Experience: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and at least two (2) years of experience in business management, accounting, finance, communications, writing, or a related field; OR six (6) years of professional experience in these areas. A bachelor’s degree can substitute year-for-year for up to four (4) years of experience.
• Technical Expertise: At least ten (10) years of experience in Microsoft Excel, including advanced tasks such as pivot tables, advanced formulas, and macros.
• Specialized Skills: Experience in conducting data analysis (minimum of eight (8) years), researching, interpreting, and compiling data for reports, and creating and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) for at least three (3) years.

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in creating reports and charts that show real time information
• Expertise in other data analysis tools and software besides Excel.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. FDC uses E-Verify to confirm an employee’s eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form.

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:

LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32060 LIVE OAK, FL, US, 32064

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.