PLANNING ANALYST - 76003245

Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles is seeking a Planning Analyst to support business analysis and Agile delivery. The role involves reviewing and documenting requirements, maintaining the product backlog, and collaborating with developers and subject matter experts to ensure clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.

The successful candidate will engage with business leaders and technical teams, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, and contribute to process improvements

Qualifications

• Experience translating business needs into actionable requirements and user stories.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams including tech and business stakeholders.
• Experience supporting Agile delivery and backlog management.
• Proficiency with standard office software for documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop user stories, analyze business needs, and document requirements using Jira/Azure DevOps and Visio.
• Facilitate Scrum ceremonies, manage the product backlog, and communicate progress to stakeholders.
• Build relationships with customers, adapt communication to audiences, and set expectations.
• Identify needs, contribute to system improvements, and support departmental initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Data interpretation

Microsoft Office

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Visio

SharePoint

Excel

Job description

Requisition No:886883

Agency: Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle

Working Title: PLANNING ANALYST - 76003245

DIVISION OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION

BUREAU OF PRODUCT DELIVERY & PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

*Open Competitive Advertisement*

If you have already applied for this position, we have your details on file and are actively reviewing them. There is no need to re-submit your application, we appreciate your continued interest!

To be considered for this position, applicant responses to qualifying questions must be clearly stated within the employment history. Software systems, actual work experience, and years of employment must be clearly defined, or the application may not be considered for the position.

The Organization

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) provides highway safety and security through excellence in service, education, and enforcement. With a workforce of approximately 4,500 employees throughout the state, the Department is leading the way toA Safer Floridathrough the efficient and professional execution of its core mission: the issuance of driver licenses, vehicle tags and titles, and operation of the Florida Highway Patrol.

Our Benefits include

• Annual and Sick Leave Package
• Nine Paid Holidays
• State Health and Life Insurance
• Educational Benefits
• Contributory Retirement Plan

To learn more about FLHSMV and why it’s a great place to work, visit our website at: flhsmv.gov/careers .

Duties and Responsibilities

• This role supports business analysis and Agile delivery by reviewing and developing user stories, analyzing business needs, and collaborating with developers and subject matter experts to define and document requirements using tools such as Jira/Azure DevOps and Visio.
• It facilitates core Scrum ceremonies, manages the product backlog, removes team impediments, and communicates progress to stakeholders. The position builds strong relationships with customers, adapts communication to different audiences, and helps set clear and realistic expectations.
• It stays current on business analysis tools and practices, assists customers in identifying needs, and contributes to system improvements and departmental initiatives.
• Additional duties are performed as assigned to support organizational goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical skills and experience with business process re-engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly to business leaders, clients, and technical personnel.
• Ability to influence, collaborate, and communicate technical concepts in a clear, approachable way.
• Ability to compile, analyze and interpret data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Ability to work both independently and within diverse team environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze complex situations and recommend effective solutions.
• Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong time management, organization skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers, supervisors, technical staff, and end users.
• Ability to foster strong, collaborative working relationships that support teamwork and organizational goals.
• Ability to assist with defining test conditions.
• Ability to develop accurate, complete test plans and support Quality Assurance efforts when needed.
• Ability to identify and document system deficiencies.
• Ability to participate in meetings with both technology and business teams to clarify and implement requirements.
• Ability to prepare, review and update requirements, specifications, business processes and recommend solutions using standard templates.
• Ability to process information logically.
• Ability to work under deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• 1 year of experience translating technical goals and requirements into actionable steps for Stakeholders.
• 1 year of experience working on a software development project.
• Experience and/or knowledge, skills or abilities using Microsoft Word and Excel to create business documents.
• Experience collaborating with multiple individuals, cross-functional groups, or teams.

Job Related Requirements

• The position you are applying is subject to aLevel 2 background check, along with Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) clearance, to include a fingerprint-based check of the criminal records of the FBI, as a condition of employment pursuant to Chapter 110.1127, 435 and 943, Florida Statutes. Please note that, since this position requires CJIS clearance, the Department will have access to all an applicant’s criminal and juvenile delinquency records, even those that have been sealed or expunged.

General Information

• The state of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. All selected applicants are required to provide identification and either proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the U.S. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) does not participate in employment sponsorship for work visa status (e.g., H-1B) or for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT, STEM OPT).
• Applicants being considered for employment will be required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation, which will include a check of the criminal history records of the FBI. Fingerprints and associated information/biometrics will be retained in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) system and fingerprints may continue to be compared against fingerprints submitted to or retained by NGI.
• In accordance with Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, male applicants who were required to register with the Selective Service System must provide proof of registration or documentation verifying exemption status during the hiring process.
• The elements of the selection process may include a skill assessment and/or oral interview.
• FLHSMV employees are paid once a month on the last workday of each month. All state employees are required to participate in the direct deposit program pursuant to s. 110.113 Florida Statutes.

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