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State of Louisiana

Business Analytics Specialist

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An Economist studies the economy, develops theories and predictions about economic trends, and uses economic analysis to address issues affecting people, businesses and society. Follows a specific economic sector, industry or market, or studies monetary and fiscal policy, government policy or international economics.

$98,432 / year median in Louisiana

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Job Description

DOTD Business Analytics Specialist The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Business Analytics Specialist to serve within the Office of Management and Finance, Quality and Continuous Improvement Program (QCIP). This position plays a critical role in supporting agency-wide performance improvement, operational analysis, data review, process evaluation, and strategic decision-making. This position is responsible for advanced professional analytical work involving the collection, review, interpretation, and presentation of business, operational, statistical, budgetary, and performance data. The selected candidate will help identify trends, evaluate areas of concern, support root-cause analysis, and develop recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of DOTD programs, business processes, and statewide operations. This position will work with DOTD executive staff, section heads, district administrators, program areas, and other stakeholders to support process improvement initiatives, policy and procedure recommendations, project implementation, and performance-based reporting. The incumbent may also assist with strategic planning activities, legislative or executive-level data requests, and agency initiatives such as T4LA. This position is ideal for a professional with experience in business analytics, management analysis, operational analysis, process improvement, statistical analysis, project management, policy planning, budgeting, finance, contracts, human resources, information technology, engineering, or governmental operations. Applicants with experience in data analysis, process improvement, root-cause analysis, performance reporting, project coordination, policy review, operational research, management studies, business process evaluation, or large-scale organizational initiatives are encouraged to apply. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/ 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 bachelor's 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. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
Collects, reviews, and analyzes business, operational, statistical, budgetary, and performance data related to DOTD activities. Identifies trends, areas of concern, and opportunities for improvement within programs, sections, districts, and business processes. Serves as a central point of contact for data needed for executive, legislative, stakeholder, and internal reporting requests. Conducts root-cause analysis of agency-wide, cross-office, cross-section, or program-specific challenges. Research policies, procedures, business practices, and best practices to support recommendations for process improvement. Prepares reports, recommendations, implementation plans, and closing memorandums related to improvement initiatives. Works with DOTD leadership and stakeholders to implement approved policy changes, procedure revisions, and process improvements. Supports DOTD strategic planning activities, performance-based budgeting, emergency/disaster support activities, and other duties as assigned.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
This position may be filled as a promotion or by detail to special duty and is only open to current permanent employees of DOTD.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required 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 their position 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 this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/). Resumes will not be accepted in place of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, please contact: Tance Fremin Director - Continuous Improvement 1201 Capitol Access Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Office:
225-379-1284 |
Cell:
337-412-2393 | www.dotd.la.gov The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.