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WT: TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT - 41500512

Date: May 28, 2025

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Requisition No: 853870

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission

Working Title: WT: TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT - 41500512

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 41500512

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 Commensurate with experience

Posting Closing Date: 06/03/2025

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Florida Gaming Control Commission

Bureau of Information Technology

Systems Programming Consultant

Working Title: Technology Solutions Consultant

Position Number: 41500512

Hiring Salary: $65,000 – $70,000 Commensurate with experience

*Anticipated Vacancy*

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is responsible for exercising all regulatory and executive powers of the state with respect to legal gaming, including pari-mutuel wagering, cardrooms, slot machine facilities, oversight of gaming compacts, and other forms of gambling authorized by state law, excluding the Lottery, as well as directly enforcing Florida’s gaming laws and combatting illegal gambling activities.

The agency is overseen by five Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor, with Commissioners appointing an Executive Director who leads a team of nearly 200 staff members. The mission of the Florida Gaming Control Commission is to preserve and protect the integrity of gaming activities through fair regulation, licensing, effective criminal investigation, and enforcement.

The Commission offers a supportive work environment that fosters growth and collaboration.

The FGCC is searching for a Systems Programming Consultant (Technology Solutions Consultant) to support existing applications, provide helpdesk support, assist with the development and deployment of new applications, and serve as a liaison between the Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) and the IT department. This position will be responsible for gathering business requirements, managing application performance, providing training and support to enforcement agencies, and facilitating business decisions through data analysis.

Position Responsibilities:

The incumbent in this position serves as the Technology Solutions Consultant. The duties are as follows:

+ Training and Support: Provide training sessions and ongoing support for law enforcement, licensure and all other business units, ensuring all users can effectively operate FGCC applications and systems. Develop user documentation, training materials, and knowledge-based articles.

+ Application Development and Management: Oversee the full lifecycle of applications, including configuration, user control, and ongoing maintenance. Manage the setup, deployment, and updates for internal applications and third-party systems.

+ SQL Proficiency: Utilize SQL to query databases, analyze data, and support reporting efforts. The role requires a deep understanding of data analysis and the ability to work with databases to identify trends and inconsistencies.

+ Business Requirements Gathering and Documentation: Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather, document, and validate requirements for technology solutions. Ensure applications align with business needs and regulatory requirements.

+ Vendor and Team Coordination: Liaise between the IT department and enforcement teams, as well as vendors, ensuring effective communication and coordination for the development and implementation of technology solutions.

+ Access Control: Regularly review access controls, user privileges, and authentication mechanisms to mitigate security risks.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Familiarity with State of Florida regulations and enforcement practices, particularly in the areas of licensing, compliance, and law enforcement.

+ Familiarity with State of Florida initiatives in the area of information systems.

+ Ability to troubleshoot complex application issues and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

+ Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with various teams and departments.

+ Knowledge of current trends and best practices in application development, data analysis, and business process optimization.

+ Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development tasks, including web application customization and configuration.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Four (4) years of experience in the duties and responsibilities described above, including direct experience with application development, and working with law enforcement or enforcement agencies. An associate's degree may substitute for two (2) years of experience.

+ Proficiency in SQL, with experience in querying databases to identify data discrepancies and trends to support decision-making.

+ Experience with business analysis, including gathering and documenting business requirements, ensuring alignment between IT solutions and business goals.

+ Strong understanding of licensing and enforcement regulations, particularly in relation to state or government agencies.

+ Ability to work with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain applications and technical solutions.

+ Experience in training and supporting users, especially in environments that include law enforcement or regulatory enforcement agencies.

+ Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical users and ensure the effective implementation of technology solutions.

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tallahassee, FL.

Contact, if applicable: [email protected] ([email protected])

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE STATE OF FLORIDA:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The state offers a comprehensive compensation package for our Career Service (CS) employees that features a highly competitive set of benefits including:

+ Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!

+ Paid personal time that includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!

+ Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!

+ Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!

+ Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com)!

+ Deferred compensation plans!

+ Free basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and children!

+ Flexible Spending Accounts!

+ Tuition waivers!

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

+ The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes.

+ This position requires a Level 2 background screening as a condition of employment and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and/or State Issued Photo Identification to conduct this background screening.

Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

Special Reminders:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

We hire only U. S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

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, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32311 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32308 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32309 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32317 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32305 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32304 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32303 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32301 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32310 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32312 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32302 TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32316

Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee