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IT Statewide Senior Analyst 2 (Data Program Manager)

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IT Statewide Senior Analyst 2 (Data Program Manager)

Salary

$6,254.00 - $11,258.00 Monthly

Location

Baton Rouge, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

OTS 062725 ERG

Department

Division of Administration-Office of Technology Services

Opening Date

06/27/2025

Closing Date

7/7/2025 11:59 PM Central

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About this Job

The Division of Administration/Office of Technology Services has a vacancy. This job title has an assigned pay grade of TS-318. This position is located in the Administration Section. Req. 209626

The Office of Technology Services aims to be a responsible partner in delivering innovative, effective, and reliable solutions that support and enhance the IT functions within Executive Branch Departments. The Office of Technology Services will work to increase the return on the State’s investment in technology by promoting smart decision-making, solving problems intelligently, increasing the rate of project success, and fostering a skilled and professional staff.

This position is within the Office of Technology Services (OTS), Administration division and is responsible for providing strategic consulting and direction in the areas of strategic planning, business analysis, and quality assurance. Supervision is received from an IT Statewide Director 3 or higher-level authority.

Minimum Qualifications

Seven years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services; OR

Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus five years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services; OR

An associate's degree in information technology plus five years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services; OR

A bachelor's degree plus five years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services; OR

A bachelor’s degree with twenty-four semester hours in an information technology, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or business analytics field plus four years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services; OR

A master’s degree plus four years of experience in information technology, project management, business analysis or administrative services.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NOTE:

A certification in an approved area may be substituted for the education and/or experience requirements at the time of hire or promotion, provided the appointment is made from a Certificate of Eligibles.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be foundhere (https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=174380) .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

40% Business process/program analysis – Provides expert assistance to OTS in multiple program areas in the analysis and measurement of business processes and in assessing the value of technology in improving the measurement of these processes. Provides consultation, expertise, and guidance concerning effective use of systems and programs to translate relevant business data into meaningful performance measurement and impact assessment information. Uses specialized knowledge of departmental business processes to serve as a recognized technical resource for business process mapping and process improvement opportunities through technology use. Solicits feedback from users for periodical review of processes and suggests changes for improving processes on an ongoing basis.

30% Strategic direction and planning – Collaborates with executive management to prepare OTS strategic plans, operational plans, and performance indicators; makes recommendations for long-range system plans. Evaluates the impact of new legislation, rules, regulations, and policies on the organization and statewide systems. Initiates and promotes judicious reporting solutions to agency executive management teams and legislative bodies. Directs/assists in the preparation of highly complex specialized reports.

15% Administers the Louisiana State Census Data Center:

Functions as the lead of the Louisiana State Census Data Center. Develops policies, programs, and guidelines for the statewide information network, distributes data resources, and coordinates and monitors activities of the 30-member statewide affiliate network.

Provides data research and analysis, expertise, technical assistance, and consultation regarding Census Bureau products and programs as well as geographic information input to state departments, local agencies, and stakeholders. Assists stakeholders in the use of Census Bureau products. Maintains contact with state departments and local agencies to assist and advise on the effective use of economic and demographic data to: government agencies for program planning, disaster preparedness and relief, tax distributions, and grant applications; to market analysts and consultants planning to locate businesses within the state; to citizens and businesses seeking legal documentation; and to the state and national press for feature stories or reports.

Performs statistical analysis utilizing demographic data to support the policy and programmatic needs of State organizations. Develops specialized demographic and economic information reports requested for state department program needs as well as public requests.

Promotes Census Bureau products, programs, and services, assists with operational support as necessary and appropriate, provides updates to local stakeholders, and encourages the use of products and participation in censuses, surveys, and other programs. Serves as the premier local partner for Census surveys and programs, by participating in design, input and testing, and providing feedback to the Bureau on products, programs, technologies and services. Assists in developing Census Bureau programs and products.

Plans and conducts statewide seminars, workshops, and conferences on analysis and use of data in policy decision making.

Develops and manages the Louisiana State Census Data Center demographic information website.

Creates news releases and demographic publications for dissemination on the Louisiana Census Information Listserv.

10% Assists OTS in multiple program areas in the quality assurance analysis of existing IT support systems for business processes measurements and impact assessment evaluation. Recommends design improvements of such systems or processes for their more effective use.

5% Performs all other tasks, special projects, analysis, studies, and plans as directed. May act as primary for any of the above mentioned job duties for OTS and/or backup for other OTS sections as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

This vacancy will be filled by new hire or by promotion of a current permanent status classified employee.

Louisiana is a "State as a Model Employer" for People with Disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

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.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position. A criminal history check may be conducted on employees changing positions including promotions, demotions, details, reassignments and transfers. Also, prospective employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing. New hires will be subject to employment eligibility verification via the federal government's E-verify system.

ResumesWILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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. The transcripts can be added as an attachment to your online application or faxed to (225) 219-1041. The selected candidate will be required to submit original documentation upon hire.

For further information about this posting, please contact:

Erica R. Gay

HR Specialist

Division of Administration/Office of Human Resources

email: [email protected]

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough 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 https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leave

More information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

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 (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Your\_Retirement\_System.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

+ Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

+ Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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Do you have experience conducting data research and analysis, technical assistance, and consultation to stakeholders? If yes, provide an overview of your experience.

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Do you have experience with business process mapping and identifying process improvement opportunities through technology use? If yes, provide an example.

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Have you ever planned and conducted seminars or workshops on data analysis and use in decision-making? If yes, describe the experience.

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Do you have experience with U.S. Census Bureau data products or programs? If yes, provide an overview of your experience.

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Employer

State of Louisiana

Address

For agency contact information, please refer to

the supplemental information above.

Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802

Phone

(866) 783-5462

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm

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