Business Analytics Specialist (Administration)
Job Location:
Baton Rouge, LA - USA
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Job Summary
- About this Job
Office of Administration
The Office of Administration (OAD) supports the effective operation of the Department by managing accounting budget control procurement contract management strategic planning and personnel management. The Office also oversees the NRTA which provides secure financial frameworks for managing environmental liabilities. The Office ensures fiscal responsibility workforce development regulatory compliance and modernization of administrative systems to enhance operational efficiency and transparency.
The Business Analytics Specialist is located within the Office of Administration and reports to the Special Project Officer Director of Resource Management Systems and Process Modernization in Baton Rouge Louisiana. This position supports the Department of Conservation and Energys mission by improving operational efficiency transparency and data accessibility related to the states energy and natural resources.
The incumbent works with internal staff to document and evaluate SONRIS business processes identify opportunities for improvement and develop actionable solutions. The position also collaborates with the Office of Technology Services (OTS) contractor to define business requirements for system enhancements- Minimum Qualifications
- Six years of 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; OR
Six years of experience in any field plus three years of 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; OR
A bachelors degree plus three years of 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; OR
An advanced degree plus two years of 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.
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. - Job Specification
- The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
- Job Duties and Other Information
JOB DUTIES:
As a Business Analytics Specialist you will play a vital role in analyzing data identifying trends and providing actionable insights that support strategic planning and operational this role you will:
- Continuously obtains reviews and analyzes data related to programs operations scope goals and associated policies practices and procedures used to implement and maintain programs.
- Regularly utilizes OTS-approved artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support document and dataingestion streamline documentation updates and improve efficiency in maintaining current-state records.
- Continuously analyzes workflows to identify inefficiencies redundancies and gaps in processes across programs and operations.
- Engages with stakeholders to validate findings and ensure identified gaps reflect current operational needs.
- Develops and refines detailed documentation outlining proposed improvements including future-state processes data structures and business rules.
- Routinely presents findings and data-driven recommendations to executive leadership to support informed decision-making and prioritization.
- Leads and supports ongoing user acceptance testing (UAT) efforts to ensure enhancements meet functional and business requirements.
- Conducts periodic and ongoing evaluations of implemented solutions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and performance outcomes.
- Collaborates with agency leadership to implement process and organizational improvements.
- Assists with mapping new workflows and defining roles and responsibilities.
- Supports agency initiatives such as ADA compliance in coordination with the Communications Division.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS:
Appointment Type: Promotional. This position will be filled by way of an internal promotion with a current Department of Conservation & Energy employee.
Work Schedule: Work hours are flexible.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals 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.
* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Human Resources
Department of Conservation and Energy
PO Box 94396
Baton Rouge LA 70804-9396
Required Experience:
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