OMB Data Analyst Coordinator

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business administration, information technology, geographic information systems (GIS) or closely related field, and two years of GIS experience required including data analysis and/or broadband experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Applicants within six months of meeting the minimum education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status. Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.

 Acceptable education/experience: 

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field = (4 years) + 2 years of applicable experience listed above. 4+2 = 6 years total. 

Associate degree (2 years) or equivalent such as GIS Certification + 4 years’ experience as listed above = 2 +4 = 6 years total.

High School Diploma or equivalent such as GIS Certification + 6 years’ experience as listed above = 6 years

Position Summary

This is professional and technical work involving research, data farming, data storage, data analysis, and cost analysis for the Office of Management and Budget and the rural broadband initiative.

An employee assigned to this classification analyzes data, prepares related geographic information system materials requiring mastery of GIS techniques and principles and coordinates program data for broadband and other projects throughout the County.

Work is performed under the direction of the higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties

This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. 

Exudes a positive customer service focus. 

Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability, and communication. 

Performs special projects, other special assignments, and ad hoc reports, as assigned.

Coordinates, reviews, and prepares postings for legal advertisement on county website. Accepts departmental content for legal advertisements, reviews for accuracy and understanding. Formats for internal web publication and process posting to County website. Reviews final posting and working content. Oversight of webpage functionality and works with IT for any required troubleshooting or technical difficulties. Oversight and implementation of Proof of Publication and Affidavits. 

Responsible for program data analysis throughout the County to present information to upper management regarding program effectiveness, cost analysis, and compliance with rules and regulations. 

Prepares and manages Geographic Information System (GIS) maps of rural Broadband deployment in coordination with Internet Service Providers and the Florida Office of Broadband to determine current status and future needs with cost estimates. 

Creates, processes, and edits geographic data to design maps and other features using GIS technology. Evaluates and translates the raw data provided by GIS tools into maps and databases. Manages or updates relational databases, searches for patterns through spatial mapping and creates new mapping tools. 

Serves as liaison to the Regional Technology Planning Team (RTPT); works with smaller counties and cities in North Central Florida; coordinates and schedules meetings; develops related correspondence; gathers and shares materials provided by members and follows-up on activities as directed. 

Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. 

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Thorough knowledge of GIS ARC data management. 

Ability to retrieve data from a variety of applications including GPS, cost data and program specific data. 

Thorough knowledge of program management, operations, telecommunications, and computer networks. 

Considerable knowledge of available computer hardware and software. 

Considerable knowledge of information and database management system techniques and methods. 

Skill in designing, implementing, and maintaining database applications. 

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with County employees. 

Ability to coordinate numerous concurrent activities; ability to multitask. 

Ability to work within established parameters and time frames.

Ability to give technical advice to a large variety and levels of staff. 

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing, including preparing written reports and memoranda. 

Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; climb or balance; reach with hands and arms, and use hands to finger, handle or feel. 

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of computer monitors.

 WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The working environment is typical of a traditional office environment with some occasional travel. 

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This is an alternative work environment that may work from home or the office at the supervisor’s discretion.

Supplemental Information

Acceptable Related Field/Experience (provided by OMB): Computer mapping, computer assisted/aided drafting (CAD), Geospatial Imaging Officers Military forces use GIS in a variety of applications including cartography, intelligence, battlefield management, terrain analysis, remote sensing, and military installation management. 

An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits

• Medical/Health Insurance  
• Employee Life Insurance  
• Florida Retirement System  
• Employee Assistance Program

• Dental Insurance  
• Vision Insurance
• Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
• Deferred Retirement Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Roth IRA
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Computer Purchase Program

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• FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement.  A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.
• TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details.
• HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: 

1. New Years Day  
2. Martin Luther King Day  
3. Memorial Day  
4. Juneteenth
5. Independence Day  
6. Labor Day  
7. Veterans' Day  
8. Thanksgiving Day  
9. Friday following Thanksgiving  
10. Christmas Eve (IAFF*)  
11. Christmas Day  
12. Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees)  
13. 2 Floating Holidays  (All non- IAFF employees)

*IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays.

Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2.

Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.