SW FL Water Management District

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Work for Our Water Resources. Help protect one of Florida’s most vital resources — water — with a career at the Southwest Florida Water Management District (District). The District is a government agency whose mission is to protect water resources, minimize flood risks, and ensure the public’s water needs are met. We serve a population of nearly 6 million people in west-central Florida as directed by state law. Join our Regulatory Support Bureau We’re offering an exciting opportunity to become part of our Regulatory Business Development section, where you’ll analyze trends in the Regulation ePermitting system, data, and workflows. We are launching the ePermitting Replacement Project, a critical initiative to modernize and streamline our entire digital permitting ecosystem. This project aims to replace our legacy system with a cutting-edge, user-centric platform that will improve efficiency, transparency, and the overall user experience. We are seeking a passionate and experienced business analyst to lead the successful delivery of this transformation. The Business Analyst would be responsible for understanding the current state and defining the granular requirements for the future state of the ePermitting system. The lead business analyst would also be responsible for the Product Owner role, which acts as the single voice of the customer and business stakeholders for the ePermitting Replacement Project. This is a unique chance to drive innovation and make a meaningful impact on our regulatory systems and performance excellence initiatives. The District supports employees who prefer flexible schedule or a remote work schedule so that they can enjoy their time outside of the District through work-life balance. This role is considered hybrid, which means the employee will be required to come on-site and work a portion of their time remotely (must live in Florida). Come build a career that is challenging, fulfilling, and helps support the District’s mission to protect Florida’s water resources. District employees are offered an excellent total rewards package that includes: • Florida Retirement System (FRS) (employer 13% contribution + employee 3%) • 9 paid holidays (+ 1 floating holiday) • Generous vacation and sick leave • Medical and dental insurance (91- 97% District paid) • Vision insurance • Deferred compensation Program • Basic and voluntary life and AD&D insurance • Long-term disability (District Paid) • Prescription drug coverage & mail order program • Health savings & flexible spending accounts • Flexible schedule for Work-life balance • Legal and Identity Theft protection • Wellness program • Public service loan forgiveness qualified employer • Tuition reimbursement ($5,250/year) • State adoption benefit qualified employer • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Transfer in years of service for other public sector work – towards the FRS program and sick time Compensation: Business Process Analyst 1 $48,995.00 - $54,378.00 Business Process Analyst 2 $49,635.00 - $56,794.00 Lead Business Process Analyst 3 $53,589.00 - $61,326.00 The starting salary ranges are included for the Business Process Analyst profile which reflects the minimum to approximately 20% of the respective pay grades. The starting salary will be based on the education and experience of the successful candidate. The District conducts annual performance evaluations that may award applicable pay increases based on positive employee performance. Essential Functions Business Process Analyst 1 & 2 • Examining the current state of the business ("as-is") to identify root causes of problems, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement. • Working closely with various stakeholders (management, end-users, subject matter experts) to gather, document, and validate their needs and expectations for a new process or system. • Acting as the primary communication link between business stakeholders and the IT team (developers, architects, and system administrators). • Test business applications as they are built to ensure business requirements are met. • Modify and maintain current legacy application systems. • Provide customer support on our ePermitting Help Desk. Lead Business Process Analyst 3 In addition to the business analyst responsibilities, • Serve as the product owner and subject matter expert for the ePermitting Replacement Project, defining the product vision, prioritizing features, ensuring sprint readiness, and maximizing the value of the development team’s work. • Mentor fellow business analyst, contributing to the professional growth and expertise of the business analysts within the section. • Proactively gather, analyze, and integrate feedback from customers and stakeholders directly into the project development lifecycle, ensuring the final product meets user needs and business objectives. • Translate complex technical information into easy-to-understand language for non-technical audiences. • Conduct extensive testing of newly developed software features, providing actionable feedback to developers to ensure high-quality delivery. • Provide ePermitting Help Desk customer support. Working Conditions Physical, Visual Acuity Requirements: Sedentary work, close acuity, standing, walking, fingering, talking, hearing, repetitive motion, other Working Environmental Conditions: None Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee may be subject to call-in outside of regularly scheduled work hours, or required to be on call, including on nights, weekends or holidays, to respond to emergency management activities or other incidents requiring rapid response in support of District operations. Required Credentials for Business Analyst Business Process Analyst 1 • Associates Degree (or higher) • Valid driver’s license Business Process Analyst 2 • Bachelors Degree (or higher) and Two (2) years of analytical work experience OR Associates Degree and Four (4) years of analytical work experience OR High School Diploma and Six (6) years • Valid driver’s license Business Process Analyst 3 • Bachelors Degree (or higher) and Four (4) years of analytical work experience OR Associates Degree and Six (6) years of analytical work experience OR High School Diploma and Eight (8) years • Valid driver’s license Preferred Credentials for Business Analyst • Experience with SQL • Experience with agile methodologies • Experience with Microsoft Visio and other business analytic tools Application Process The District will determine eligibility for employment solely from the information provided on a District employment application. All applicants are required to complete, in full, the District employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. A resume will not be considered as a substitute for the required District application for the purpose of qualification. Applicants who are within 30 days of graduation, if selected are not allowed to start until all minimum qualifications are met. Additional Details This position is typically scheduled to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, out of the Brooksville or Tampa, FL office, however, some weekends will be required. In addition, remote work may be available after training. The Business Process Analyst 1 and 2 are position is eligible for overtime for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week. The Business Process Analyst 3 is eligible for compensatory time for hours worked over 40 hours, in a week. Travel Required Yes. Some travel, using District vehicle, within District's coverage area. Accepting applications until December 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM About Us The District is responsible for managing the water resources for west central Florida which includes approximately 10,000 square miles of territory spanning 16 counties and serving more than 6 million residents. Established in 1961 as a flood-protection agency, our objective is to meet the needs of current and future water users, protect and preserve our water resources, manage the water supply, protect water quality, and preserve water-related functions. Apply Now Start and grow your career with the District! The District prides itself on providing a positive work environment that engages and supports our employees through flexible and remote work schedules. We provide and support learning and development for staff at all levels including conferences, association memberships, and formal education. Let us know if you have previous public sector experience that may allow for additional perks! Click on the link to apply. #WorkForOurWater Equal Employment Opportunity/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace/Tobacco Free Campuses. All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, marital status, familial status, or medical condition. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers and promotions will be on the basis of individual skills, knowledge and abilities, and the feasibility of any necessary job accommodation(s). The Southwest Florida Water Management District (District) does not discriminate on the basis of disability in regard to job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the District to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to the Human Resources Office Chief, at 2379 Broad St., Brooksville, FL 34604-6899; telephone (352) 796-7211 or 1-800-423-1476 (FL only); or email ADACoordinator@WaterMatters.org. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) or 1-800-955-8770 (Voice). In the event of a complaint, please follow the grievance procedure located at WaterMatters.org/ADA. The District participates in E-Verify employment eligibility verification. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. The District does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.