Location: Lafayette,LA, USA
Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Statewide, LA Job Type: Classified Job Number: 513-202126-24 Department: Wildlife & Fisheries-Wildlife Opening Date: 11/06/2024 Closing Date: 11/15/2024 11:59 PM Central Supplemental Information LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science, accurate information and technology. The Office of Wildlife exists to provide wise stewardship of Louisiana's wildlife and associated habitats and increase wildlife conservation awareness. BUSINESS ANALYTICS SPECIALIST The successful applicant for this position will serve as the advisor to the Office of Wildlife Administration on matters concerning agency budget including preparing fiscal year budgets, tracking expenditures, and monitoring areas of concern. This position will also serve as coordinator of Wildlife Restoration funding and ensure compliance with federal rules and regulation in order to maintain funding eligibility. The incumbent will also be responsible for streamlining administrative operations logistics, and implementation of policies and procedures necessary to achieve the goals and mission of the agency. VACANCY INFORMATION This position may be filled as a: Probational Appointment Promotion (open to all statewide classified and agency wide permanent status employees) Current permanent status classified state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if selected. This position may be domiciled statewide. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT THIS VACANCY CONTACT: Cassandra Louis Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Human Resources P.O. Box 98000 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. Applications will be rejected if the applicant fails to meet the minimum qualifications, submits an incomplete application or fails to apply by the closing date of the announcement. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed prior to appointment. Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application if possible. If you are applying for a position which requires a baccalaureate and/or master's degree you may apply 90 days prior to receipt of your degree, however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date. HOW TO APPLY To apply for this vacancy, click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports the recruitment, hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment resources for individuals with disabilities, see the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization Wildlife & Fisheries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A baccalaureate degree plus three years of professional level experience in accounting; budgeting; contracts; economics; engineering; finance; financial auditing; grants; human resources; information technology; management analysis; operational auditing; policy planning; procurement; social services; statistical analysis; tax collections; or tax enforcement. SUBSTITUTIONS: Six years of full-time work experience in any field will substitute for the required baccalaureate degree. Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows: A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree. 30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. College credit earned without obtaining a baccalaureate degree will substitute for a maximum of four years full-time work experience towards the baccalaureate degree. Candidates with 120 or more semester hours of credit, but without a degree, must also have at least two years of full-time work experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree. A master's degree in accounting, business administration, economics, engineering, finance, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, political science, public administration, social work, statistics, computer science, management information systems (MIS), quantitative business analysiscomputer science, information systems and decision sciences, or computer information systems will substitute for one year of the required experience. A Ph.D. in accounting, business administration, economics, engineering, finance, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, political science, public administration, social work, statistics, computer science, management information systems (MIS), quantitative business analysiscomputer science, information systems and decision sciences, or computer information systems will substitute for two years of the required experience. NOTE: Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of the required experience. NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university. NOTE: An advanced degree in social work must be from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, 1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314. Job Concepts FUNCTION OF WORK: To lead the initiative to improve efficiency and effectiveness of key processes within the organization and across organizational divisions and operating groups, via a process analysis and improvement driven approach. To determine the effectiveness of programs and develop recommendations to improve or resolve substantive problems that affect agency services. LEVEL OF WORK: Advanced. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: General from higher-level administrator. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Functional and/or direct, as required by specific assignments, over any agency employee. LOCATION OF WORK: Statewide. JOB DISTINCTIONS: None. Examples of Work EXAMPLES LISTED BELOW INCLUDE BRIEF SAMPLES OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL TASKS ARE INCLUDED. Obtains, reviews, and analyzes data concerning programs or operations; scope and goals; and the policies, practices, methods, and procedures used to implement and maintain programs. Directs or conducts management studies of organizations, duty assignments of employees, administrative control systems, and impact of programs. Obtains and evaluates data obtained on personnel, equipment and material, and space utilization. Conducts work simplification measurements and related studies to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency and programs under study. Implements new management procedures on program improvements. Reviews or prepares reports on studies conducted and recommends appropriate corrective action. Presents findings and recommendations on issues to top management. Conducts periodic and comprehensive evaluations of ongoing functions to ensure the organization meets its stated goals. Prepares short and long range planning guidance in accordance with broad program policies and objectives. Monitors contracts for adherence to deliverables. Monitors service providers for compliance with federal/state guidelines and financial solvency. Writes, negotiates and processes programmatic and budgetary contracts; initiates and negotiates contracts for new client agencies. Assists with writing and managing grant funds. Plans and coordinates the monitoring and reporting process for statewide program(s). Makes recommendations as necessary to improve efficiencies and effectiveness of agency programs, which may include the addition or reorganization of staff and functions. Works with agency executives to implement necessary changes. Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program: Insurance Coverage More information can be found at Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others 01 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 02 Are you able to work overtime as required? Yes No 03 Are you able to travel statewide as required? Yes No Required Question