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Business Analyst - Public Utilities - R19526

Sarasota County Government • Full-time • Sarasota, Florida, United States • $56.14k - $61.01k / year • 1m ago

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.

Do you have a background in business research and analysis? In this role, you’ll provide high-level business planning, technical expertise, and analytical support by coordinating and facilitating key programs, projects, and initiatives within the Public Utilities Department. Reporting directly to the Department Director and working closely with Division Managers, you'll play a vital role in driving efficient and effective departmental operations. Apply today and be part of a growing team making a real impact in the Sarasota County community!

About the Position

Business Operations Analysis and Process Improvement

Lead technology-related projects and website management for the department, ensuring accurate information, accessibility, and transparency.
Develop and implement communication strategies and represents the department in County-wide systems and policy development efforts.
Analyze performance data and identifies gaps to drive operational improvements and strategic planning.
Evaluate and enhance policies and procedures to ensure efficiency, consistency, and compliance with administrative directives.
Engage in cross-functional collaboration and facilitates team-driven innovation through feedback, project management, and process improvements.

Strategic Business Planning

Lead development and implementation of the annual Strategic Business Plan, coordinating action items and proposals across divisions.
Conduct research and analysis to identify trends and strategic opportunities, providing guidance and proposals to support long-term departmental goals.

Performance Measurement and Management

Coordinate with Division Managers to develop and analyze departmental performance measures, supporting data-driven decision-making.
Identifie trends and improvement opportunities through research and analysis, recommending strategic and operational changes, and assisting with performance metrics across departments.

Special Projects Manager

Manage and coordinate special projects and departmental initiatives under the direction of the Department Director.
Lead records management efforts, including fulfilling public records requests, overseeing retention programs, and managing the Document Management System in compliance with Florida Statutes.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and official assignments, and presents information to both internal and external stakeholders.
Research and develop key departmental documents such as contracts, agreements, policies, and board reports, and supports the Director with correspondence and issue response.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Planning, Industrial/Engineering Technology, or a related fieldAND Two (2) years of related work experience.
-OR- Six (6) years of professional experience may be substituted at management discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in business operations or program/project management.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office, PowerBI, PowerDMS, and Adobe Acrobat, with ability to learn the County's software's/technologies.
Knowledge of financial processes, business planning, and budget processes.
Knowledge of research techniques and methods of data collection, best practice research, and analysis.
Have acquired a Six Sigma Green Belt certification.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $56,139.20 - $61,006.40/ annually, based on experience.

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Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.

We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.

Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.

A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).

Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.

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