GOVERNMENT ANALYST I - 42004532 1

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

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About The Position

The Government Analyst I works in the Director’s Office of the Division of Agricultural Environmental Services at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. The position facilitates division rulemaking, monitors and implements statutory changes to rules, coordinates rulemaking packages with the Joint Administrative Procedures Committee and department attorneys, submits required notices for publication, and maintains statute and rule folders.

The role also manages incoming AES Cares submissions and their routing and follow-up; coordinates division publications and forms; maintains the division’s SOP repository and tracking database; and coordinates SOP review and acknowledgement deadlines. As the division’s Records Management Liaison Officer, the incumbent supports compliance with records schedules and regular records disposition. The position also serves as backup Web Liaison and ADA Compliance Liaison, assists with the division’s main phone line, and performs other related duties as required. Work must comply with the cited Florida statutes, rules, and established policies and procedures.

The role requires occasional travel and a valid Class E driver license. The incumbent has regulatory responsibilities and is subject to Chapter 60L-36, F.A.C. A successful applicant must pass background screening, including fingerprinting. The position offers a flextime schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and seven years of professional or nonprofessional experience in regulatory planning, research or analysis, compliance review, or administrative work; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in those areas.
• A master’s degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of the required experience.
• Possession of a valid Class E driver license.
• Knowledge of Florida’s rulemaking process, including statutory requirements, administrative procedures, and publication protocols.
• Knowledge of document management practices, version control, and records retention requirements.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance standards.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office applications and other computerized programs to perform assigned duties.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with internal and external entities.
• Occasional travel is required.
• Must pass a background screening, including fingerprinting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the division’s rulemaking processes and provide direction and guidance to program supervisors on issues and recommendations concerning current rules.
• Track, monitor, and implement statutory changes to rules in a timely manner.
• Coordinate rulemaking packages with the Joint Administrative Procedures Committee and department attorneys.
• Submit notices for publication in the Florida Administrative Register and required notices for the department’s event calendar.
• Maintain statute and rule folders on the shared network.
• Review and manage incoming AES Cares submissions, route them to appropriate staff, track follow-up actions, and support timely responses.
• Coordinate routine review and updates of division publications and forms.
• Maintain the division’s SOP repository and tracking database, monitor review and acknowledgement deadlines, coordinate periodic reviews, follow up with staff and supervisors, and report status to leadership.
• Serve as the division’s Records Management Liaison Officer, ensure compliance with records schedules, and work with bureaus on regular records disposition.
• Serve as backup Web Liaison and ADA Compliance Liaison by coordinating web updates, assisting staff with accessible content, and supporting compliance reporting and follow-up.
• Assist with answering the division’s main phone line.
• Perform other related duties as required and carry out functions in compliance with applicable statutes, rules, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Annual and sick leave
• Nine paid holidays and one personal holiday each year
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition waivers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED