OPPAGA Senior Legislative Analyst
Company: MyFlorida
Location: Tallahassee
Posted on: January 28, 2023
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Job Description:
OPPAGA Senior Legislative Analyst Date: Jan 6, 2023 Location:
TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 The State Personnel System is an
E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify
Website
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. Do not click the Apply button . Applications are available Here
(http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Publications/general/Joint/administrative/application.pdf)
. General SummaryThe Office of Program Policy Analysis and
Government Accounability (OPPAGA) is seeking a Senior Legislative
Analyst. The analyst will serve as a technical expert conducting
research studies, program evaluations, and policy analyses of
public programs and agencies. Senior legislative analysts are
expected to show a high degree of proficiency in conducting and
managing program evaluations and policy analyses, demonstrate
strong writing and presentation skills, and develop substantive
knowledge of Florida state government operations and the
legislative process. Examples of Work Performed+ Conducting policy
research of issues of importance to the Florida Legislature;+
Researching laws and professional literature;+ Interviewing agency
and legislative staff;+ Conducting focus groups and other forms of
qualitative information gathering;+ Designing and administering
surveys;+ Reviewing and analyzing agency records;+ Collecting and
analyzing quantitative data in manual and electronic formats,
including the use of statistical software as necessary;+
Identifying and drafting policy alternatives;+ Writing
grammatically correct and accurate reports that communicate concise
results; and+ Making presentations to legislators and legislative
committees. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities+ Experience in
designing and executing research to develop a documented basis for
policy analyses, program evaluations, management reviews, budget
analyses, or similar technical reviews;+ Understanding of
principles of governmental organization, budgeting, and
accountability;+ Experience as an effective contributor to a work
team;+ Experience using word processing, presentation, and
spreadsheet software, preferably Microsoft versions (WORD,
POWERPOINT, and EXCEL); and+ Experience writing for and/or
testifying before high-level executives or elected public officials
expressing sensitive conclusions and recommendations based on
statistical and financial data.+ Knowledge and experience may be
demonstrated through graduate-level training and/or previous
successful employment in positions such as legislative budget
analyst, legislative or agency program evaluator, management or
financial consultant, stock or bond analyst, or certified public
accountant. Minimum QualificationsA bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university and five years of professional
experience in research, analysis, program planning and evaluation,
or administrative work.A master's degree from an accredited college
or university can substitute for one year of the required
experience.A doctorate from an accredited college or university can
substitute for two years of the required experience.Professional
experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year
basis for the required college education. SalaryCommensurate with
experience.The Legislature offers a competitive benefits package.
Application DeadlineOpen until filled Submission of ApplicationFor
more information on OPPAGA and its application process and
requirements, see OPPAGA's website (www.oppaga.state.fl.us). With
the completed legislative application, please provide a cover
letter addressed to Ms. PK Jameson, OPPAGA Coordinator, that
highlights how your training and experience have prepared you for a
position with OPPAGA and how OPPAGA would fit into your career
plans. A resume can also be included with your application. These
materials should be submitted electronically to
apply@oppaga.fl.gov.For questions, contact Claire K. Mazur at
850-717-0575 or email apply@oppaga.fl.gov.Applications
(http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Publications/general/Joint/administrative/application.pdf)
are available through the Florida Legislature's web site Online
Sunshine and in Room 701 of the Claude Pepper Building. Do not
click the Apply button . Applications are available Here
(http://www.leg.state.fl.us/Publications/general/Joint/administrative/application.pdf)
. Accommodation for DisabilityIf an accommodation is needed for a
disability, please notify Human Resources at (850) 488-6803.
Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee
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