Requisition No:

 880644

Agency:

Department of Corrections

Working Title:

SYSTEMS PROJECT ANALYST

Pay Plan:

Career Service

Position Number:

 70040602

Salary:

54,982.98

Annually Posting Closing Date:

08/06/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool FLORIDA DEPARTMENT

OF CORRECTIONS

We Never Walk Alone

ADVERTISING/WORKING TITLE

Systems Project Analyst This open competitive advertisement is for a Career Service position located at Apalachee Correctional Institution. This role involves analyzing and designing technology solutions across various platforms while managing IT asset inventory and ensuring compliance with software licensing. It also includes evaluating new technologies, collaborating with stakeholders to define project requirements, and independently managing special projects to support the organization's IT strategy and operations. This position is not a telework position and is required to report to the FDC office in the area it serves.

JOB DUTIES

Performs complex analysis, conducts studies, and designs technology solutions involving multiple hardware, software, and network platforms; manages inventory and administration of all related IT assets, including hardware and software. Develops procedures and controls to ensure proper licensing of computer software and establishes standards for the use, control, and updating of regional IT assets, including computer hardware, data communications equipment, and software. Evaluates new technology products and advises on technology standards across multiple hardware and operating system platforms; consults with users and program managers to gather data for feasibility studies and define project requirements. Works independently on special projects, including developing timelines, documenting process flows, preparing written plans, and tracking project milestones; reviews sub-project work products to ensure completeness and accuracy of system design, programming, and implementation. Prepares system plans, reports, and IT requirement specifications for projects proposed by the IT Steering Committee; assists in developing technical specifications for Requests for Proposals and Invitation to Bid documents; performs related duties as required.

BENEFITS

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Comprehensive health insurance and life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Supplemental Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and Hospitalization insurance. Tuition-Free college courses. Retirement Plans with the

Florida Retirement System:

Pension Plan (Traditional Retirement Pension Plan) Investment Plan (401(K)-Type Retirement Plan) Deferred Retirement Option Program (Drop) Deferred Compensation Recently Retired? Beginning July 1, 2024, there is no longer a reemployment limitation; beginning with the 7th calendar month from the member's distribution date, there are no restrictions on working for an FRS employer. You will not be required to repay any prior distributions, and you may continue receiving distributions from the Investment Plan or Pension Plan without interruption.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Please note, when submitting a college/university degree, if selected for this position official transcripts will be required. High School Diploma or its equivalent. Must possess a Valid Driver's License. Must have two (2) years' experience in a correctional environment. Support of knowledge, skills, and abilities should be demonstrated on the application, in the education, in the work experience, in the work sample, in the interview and/or during reference checks.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

BACKGROUND

SCREENING REQUIREMENT

The Florida Department of Corrections requires all job applicants and volunteers to pass a Level 2 background check as per Chapter 435, Florida Statutes. This check must be completed before they can start working or volunteering.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY

The Florida Department of Corrections (FDC) only hires U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the

U.S. FDC

uses E-Verify to confirm an employee's eligibility to work after completing the I-9 form. The Florida Department of Corrections does not currently support H-1B Visa Sponsorship. For online application issues, call the People First Service Center at 1-877-562-7287. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.

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 clicking here. All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.