SENIOR PROGRAM ANALYST - 71002361

Senior Program Analyst - 71002361

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently accepting applications for a Senior Program Analyst (SPA) on the Validation and Project Coordination Team (VPCT), which operates under the Forensic Services division.

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a highly organized individual with strong computer skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for applying project management methodologies to the exciting field of forensic science. As a core member of a small, dynamic team, the SPA will help drive the validation and implementation of new forensic technologies, instrumentation, and methods across FDLE's statewide laboratory system - ensuring FDLE remains a leader in forensic innovation.

The ideal candidate will thrive in both in-person and remote team environments, possess basic project management skills needed to orchestrate the delivery of mission-critical projects, and be adaptable to evolving software applications, as this new program develops.

Key highlights :

Focused on improving efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards in forensic projects.

Flexible location : Orlando (Lake Nona), Tallahassee, or Jacksonville.

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful advancements in forensic science and enjoy working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, we encourage you to apply!

Duties & responsibilities :

Specific duties include :

• Assisting in planning, organizing, and monitoring validations and other forensic projects that implement new methods, equipment, and technologies, or other changes;
• Creating and maintaining documentation related to validations and other forensic projects such as meeting agendas and minutes, spreadsheets, timelines, status reports and visual aids, in various software applications;
• Engaging and updating project stakeholders in a variety of ways;
• Utilizing project management methods and tools to track project progress, collaborate with project teams, inform stakeholders, and ensure timely completion of forensic projects;
• Working with a variety of stakeholders within forensic services and other FDLE program areas to help ensure deliverables meet project requirements, and FDLE policies and procedures are met;
• Responding to requests for assistance from members with respect to VPCT procedures and forms;
• Assisting in tracking internal VPCT tasks to ensure timely completion;
• Assisting with the development of VPCT documentation and tools as the program develops; and
• Performing other duties as assigned in support of the Office of Forensic Services and the mission of the VPCT.

To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Minimum qualifications :

Note :

Knowledge, skills & abilities :

Note : Responses to qualifying questions must be clearly supported by the state application and any omission, falsification, or misrepresentation in the answering of the qualifying questions will be cause for immediate elimination from the selection process.

Base salary : $57,457.66

How you will grow : FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four fundamental values of service, integrity, respect and quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

Our salary & benefits : Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE's pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including :

About our agency : The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 1,900 members statewide either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

Hiring process : You will be evaluated for this job based on your previous knowledge and experience. Additional reviews may be performed to screen for preferred qualifications, experience and education. Your qualifications will be based on knowledge, skills, and abilities and other elements relevant to this position supported by the information in your application. Qualifying questions will only be credited if verifiable by the information provided on your application including specifically required software / computer skills. You may be contacted to participate in a selection process which may consist of written exercises, work samples, skills tests, interviews, drug screen and fingerprinting. You may be notified by email to participate in a selection process. Failure to reply within a designated timeframe may exclude you from further consideration. Future vacancies may be filled from this position advertisement.

Background : FDLE requires an extensive background process of all recommended applicants. The elements of a background include : financial credit check, criminal history of applicant and applicant's immediate family or roommates, personal references, employment and education verifications (which includes official transcript(s)), drug screen and fingerprinting. This information will be utilized to make the final hiring decision.

Notes : Preference will be given to current FDLE members who have satisfactorily completed at least six months of the probationary period for their current position.

Reminders :

The State of Florida hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. 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,