Job Summary:

Under supervision, performs complex administrative duties and statistical, financial, or operational data analysis and reporting in support of management decision making in functional area. Identifies trends, discrepancies, and variances to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations. May partner with other departments, divisions, outside agencies, and vendors to address business issues. Exercises various latitudes of independent judgment. May administer or provide high level support for various projects, grants, contracts, implementation of procedures, and/or any specialized functions.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Conducts and coordinates financial, personnel, product, market, operational, and related research to support strategic and business planning

Develops economic demographic, business, and sociological forecasts to support development of plans and strategies

Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with area business community, internal and external agency customers, and other related contacts

Monitors effectiveness of business operations, assesses quality of service and makes recommendations to improve operations

Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas

Gathers, compiles and analyzes data

Prepares reports of findings and analysis. May make recommendations to management for operational changes

Entry Qualifications:

Associate degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience related to area of assignment.

Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.

Preferred Qualifications:

5 years’ experience in administrative and operations support OR 6 months - 1 year experience in Financial Services/Budget and Procurement and/or HR in a State agency OR Batchelor's Degree and/or Purchase Order Buyer Certification.

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Juvenile Justice is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. For more information, visit https://djj.georgia.gov/Online-Applications/employee-benefits

We are a qualified employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

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