Project Analyst
Project Analyst
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Job Description
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- Medical Coverage
- Free Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
- Paid time off including vacation personal sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth Adoption and Foster Care leave
- Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds Public Service Loan Forgiveness and more)
- Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS STRS SERS and HPRS)&Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager the Project Analyst supports the successful delivery of IT and operational initiatives through data analysis documentation coordination and reporting. This role may manage smaller projects or discrete components of larger projects under the guidance of a senior Project Manager or the PMO Manager. The Analyst is also responsible for supporting communication and coordination with executive leadership especially when operational initiatives require executive input oversight or visibility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Management Support
May manage small-scale operational initiatives or specific components of larger IT projects with limited supervision
Assist with project planning and initiation activities including scope definition stakeholder mapping and resource planning
Monitor project progress and performance against established timelines and deliverables
Track and follow up on action items and decisions to ensure timely resolution and execution
Stakeholder Coordination
Support coordination with C-Suite stakeholders by preparing briefing materials documenting executive input and tracking follow-ups
Coordinate communication with local boards of elections or county stakeholders as needed for project success
Coordinate logistics and communications for project-related meetings stakeholder sessions and public-facing deliverables
Compliance and Governance
Assist in monitoring compliance with project governance standards including phase gate reviews and public records retention
Support compliance with internal project governance processes including intake prioritization and phase gate reviews
Maintain up-to-date records for audit readiness and public records compliance
Reporting and Documentation
Prepare and maintain project documentation such as charters schedules dashboards meeting minutes and risk logs
Develop and generate reports presentations and summaries for project teams executive leadership and oversight bodies
Assist in preparing procurement documents change requests and budget tracking reports
Data Analysis
Perform basic analysis of project-related data to identify risks trends or areas requiring escalation
Analyze data to identify trends risks and performance indicators related to project execution
Continuous Improvement
Continuously seek opportunities to improve PMO tools templates and procedures
Unusual Working Conditions
Unclassified position
FLSA overtime exempt.
This position isUnclassified per ORC 124.11 (A) (30)
Background check and drug screening required prior to employment
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: Associates degree in business administration public administration information systems or related field
Preferred: Bachelors degree or formal training in project management or business analysis
Experience
Required: 6 months to 1 year of experience in a professional office environment preferably supporting projects operations or analytics
Preferred: Experience in a government or public sector environment and familiarity with project governance or reporting frameworks
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Understanding of basic project management concepts (e.g. scope schedule riskstakeholder)
- Familiarity with public sector processes transparency requirements and accountability expectations
Skill in:
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information and present it clearly
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to draft summaries and reports for diverse audiences
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records
Ability to:
- Work independently on routine tasks and collaboratively on cross-functional initiatives
Technology
Personal computing; Microsoft Office 365 Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook; collaborative technology like Teams SharePoint.
PROJECT ANALYST
About Us:
As Ohios Secretary of State Frank LaRose is doing his part to deliver a thriving democracy and a prosperous economy for all his role as the states chief elections officer he is working to ensure that Ohios elections are both secure and accessible. And as the first stop for new businesses in the Buckeye State he is assisting entrepreneurs as they receive articles of incorporation for a new business.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
