Requisition No: 873207
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST - 42002715 1
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 42002715
Salary: $50,000.08 - $60,000.98
Posting Closing Date: 04/05/2026
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SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
DIVISION OF ADMINISTRATION
DIRECTOR’S OFFICE
***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***
CONTACT:
Luis Herrera
(863) 578-1934
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A high school diploma or its equivalent and seven (7) years of experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming; or
A high school diploma and completion of a one-year program of study from a vocational/technical school in an area of data processing (excluding data entry) can substitute for one year of the required experience; or
A high school diploma and four (4) years of experience as described above and either (1) completion of a 720-classroom hour (1 year) program of study from a vocational/technical school or accredited community college in an area of data processing (excluding data entry), or (2) 60 semester (1 year) or 90 quarter hours (1 year) of college course work from an accredited institution which includes four courses in computer science or management information systems; or
A bachelor's degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience in computer systems analysis and/or computer programming; or
A bachelor's degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university with a major in one of the computer sciences or in management information systems and two (2) years of experience as described above; or
A master's degree (6 years) from an accredited college or university in one of the computer sciences or in management information systems and one (1) year of experience as described above; or
A doctorate (8 years) from an accredited college or university in one of the computer sciences or in management information systems.
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:
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
NOTES:
To maintain fairness and integrity in our hiring process, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to answer qualifying questions or participate in interviews is strictly prohibited. Applicants must provide their own, authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and recruitment process. Any candidate found using AI to assist in their answers will be disqualified from consideration.
Successful applicant must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment.
The selected candidate will work in an office environment and must report daily to the assigned office in Tallahassee; remote work will not be considered.
JOB DUTIES:
Research, analyze, design, develop and coordinate division-based and enterprise applications in a database environment for the Division of Administration. This includes the research and analysis of new development and maintenance projects. Design relational databases including tables, queries, procedures and other database structures; application forms, reports, menu interfaces, web pages, and web services using Oracle products (Forms & Reports), and/or similar software products (e.g., .Net, Java, JavaScript). Develop detailed system design, testing, implementation, documentation, and tracking plan using the Departments ISDM.
Assume the lead role in information technology projects such as designing and developing applications and modification enhancements. Interface with the Information Technology staff, and the Department’s data center (OATS) staff to ensure the application development plan is consistent with the Department’s Policies and Procedures, objectives, and is compatible with existing applications and security requirements.
Work in coordination with database administrators, help desk staff, developers, business area staff, application owners and other personnel on procedures related to new or existing data, debugging and deployment for new or ongoing applications.
Interview application stakeholders, business area staff and/or other Department Division's staff to ensure proper design, data integrity and ease of use. Assist user groups in developing system specifications and requirements.
Attend technical training classes and perform self-directed research to enhance and increase knowledge and skills of job responsibilities and to keep abreast of new technologies and their application. Represent the Division at various meetings. Assist in formulating policies and procedures for Information Systems Standard Operating Procedures.
Recommend and monitor priorities for systems development. Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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SPECIAL NOTES:
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 clicking here All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
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