Sr. Business Analyst - Public Works

Salary $68,106.00 - $102,159.00 Annually Location New Port Richey, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 12446-0924 Department Public Works Opening Date 09/20/2024 Closing Date 10/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Salary Range $68,106.00 - $102,159.00 Pay Grade P43 (Exempt position) Salary Disclosure Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. DESCRIPTION BENEFITS QUESTIONS General Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS SR. BUSINESS ANALYST! This role involves assisting the department in developing data-based decisions with respect to Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), population forecasting, modeling, tracking, and more. Prepares presentations with other branches for the Board of County Commissioners and County Administration staff. The Sr. Business Analyst may be tasked with supervising department employees, including assigning and overseeing their work and performance. Works unaccompanied as a performance audit manager on select projects and for department assistance focusing on large-effort coordination. Prepares detailed written reports documenting audit findings and information to compile standard operating procedures. Essential Job Functions Will work closely with the branch's fiscal & business administration department to conduct examinations of department revenues, encumbrances, and expenditures to perform tracking reports for compliance. Additionally, works with other County departments to provide data-driven decisions from work orders, promote process improvements, and compile insight on Business Intelligence dashboards. Reviews and evaluates cost estimates for projects in a team setting providing economic input improvements. Works closely with the administration of grants by providing project information, guidance, and economic planning. Provides testimony at public hearings and defends position. Trains, counsels, and evaluates the performance of subordinate employees. Instructs subordinate employees in proper work methods and practices, and makes periodic inspections to ascertain that established methods and practices are followed. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent communication, writing and analytical skills. Ability to examine CIP reports, records; analyzes, evaluates, and interprets statistical and tracking information and provide insight to progress. Plans, conducts, and coordinates audits. Review budgets to plan for management asset programs. Ability to perform statistical analysis, calculates ratios and standard costs. Knowledge of modern principles and practices of administration and management. Knowledge of compliance audits and compiling reports. Knowledge of the methods and procedures involved in budget preparation, maintenance, and control. Knowledge of contract writing and review. Knowledge of grant writing and review. Knowledge of principles and methods of data collection, statistical analysis, and social research procedures. Knowledge of computer operations to include Microsoft Office-based applications. Ability to develop and implement administrative procedures and evaluate their effectiveness. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of budgetary activities, including audit findings, corrective actions, and training records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, other departments, employees, and the public. Working knowledge of, and ability to implement the principles of high performing organizations (the Florida Sterling Model, Malcolm Baldridge, LEAN, etc.). Ability to supervise and lead staff. Minimum Requirements PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration or a related field. Six (6) years of experience in an administrative position that involved activities such as financial planning and management, contract and grant administration, systems analysis, and budget preparation. Two (2) years of supervisory experience required. Experience in the public sector preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants. PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORK PLACES FOR 2021 Agency Pasco County Address 7536 State Street New Port Richey, Florida, 34654 Phone (727) 847-8030 (727) 847-8103 Website http://www.pascocountyfl.net General Description JOIN OUR TEAM AS SR. BUSINESS ANALYST! This role involves assisting the department in developing data-based decisions with respect to Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), population forecasting, modeling, tracking, and more. Prepares presentations with other branches for the Board of County Commissioners and County Administration staff. The Sr. Business Analyst may be tasked with supervising department employees, including assigning and overseeing their work and performance. Works unaccompanied as a performance audit manager on select projects and for department assistance focusing on large-effort coordination. Prepares detailed written reports documenting audit findings and information to compile standard operating procedures. Essential Job Functions Will work closely with the branch's fiscal & business administration department to conduct examinations of department revenues, encumbrances, and expenditures to perform tracking reports for compliance. Additionally, works with other County departments to provide data-driven decisions from work orders, promote process improvements, and compile insight on Business Intelligence dashboards. Reviews and evaluates cost estimates for projects in a team setting providing economic input improvements. Works closely with the administration of grants by providing project information, guidance, and economic planning. Provides testimony at public hearings and defends position. Trains, counsels, and evaluates the performance of subordinate employees. Instructs subordinate employees in proper work methods and practices, and makes periodic inspections to ascertain that established methods and practices are followed. Performs related work as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent communication, writing and analytical skills. Ability to examine CIP reports, records; analyzes, evaluates, and interprets statistical and tracking information and provide insight to progress. Plans, conducts, and coordinates audits. Review budgets to plan for management asset programs. Ability to perform statistical analysis, calculates ratios and standard costs. Knowledge of modern principles and practices of administration and management. Knowledge of compliance audits and compiling reports. Knowledge of the methods and procedures involved in budget preparation, maintenance, and control. Knowledge of contract writing and review. Knowledge of grant writing and review. Knowledge of principles and methods of data collection, statistical analysis, and social research procedures. Knowledge of computer operations to include Microsoft Office-based applications. Ability to develop and implement administrative procedures and evaluate their effectiveness. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of budgetary activities, including audit findings, corrective actions, and training records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, other departments, employees, and the public. Working knowledge of, and ability to implement the principles of high performing organizations (the Florida Sterling Model, Malcolm Baldridge, LEAN, etc.). Ability to supervise and lead staff. Minimum Requirements PHYSICAL SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Public Administration or a related field. Six (6) years of experience in an administrative position that involved activities such as financial planning and management, contract and grant administration, systems analysis, and budget preparation. Two (2) years of supervisory experience required. Experience in the public sector preferred. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license. ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law. EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants. PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORK PLACES FOR 2021 Benefits include: Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan PTO (Paid Time Off) Paid holidays Group insurance Tuition reimbursement Deferred compensation Medical leave pool Annual medical leave buy-back Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year. Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.