Performance Development Analyst

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Job Title:  Performance Development Analyst

Closing Date/Time:  Thu. 05/09/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Salary:  $64,863.00 - $97,294.00 Annually

Job Type:  Full Time

Location:  New Port Richey, Florida

Department:  Organizational Performance Management

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  The Performance Development Analyst role involves leading cross functional, organization-wide, and business unit specific initiatives by engaging with senior leaders to identify business challenges, conduct fact-based analysis and problem solving to develop actionable recommendations. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Provides for the alignment of business center goals with the County's strategic objectives by operating as a liaison between an Assistant County Administrator, Program  Administrator, and various operating units. Participates in the formulation, analysis, and review of departmental business initiatives, performance measures, and goals to relate with preferred organizational outcomes in terms of quality, quantity, cost, and/or timeliness. Coordinates and assists in performance of operational reviews of departments to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Performs statistical and/or analytical work supporting performance management initiatives. Facilitates, analyzes, organizes, and documents research findings from feedback mechanisms such as organizational SWOTs, focus groups, surveys, etc. Provides recommendations regarding new business practices, processes, procedures, guidelines, and organizational changes. Reviews and evaluates service level costs and program activity. Identifies opportunities for improvement and research industry best practices related to business planning, process improvement, and performance management systems. Monitors and evaluates the impact of organizational changes. Examines opportunities to utilize technology to improve existing business processes. Deliver training and provide mentoring support to Yellow belt & Green Belt participants to drive an organizational culture of people, purpose, and performance.  Serve as a change agent by challenging the status quo to drive continuous improvements and remove organizational barriers to operational efficiency.  Support the development, prioritization and execution of performance improvement projects utilizing LEAN/Six Sigma. PDCA or similar methodologies for all process improvements. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Knowledge of a variety of performance improvement concepts, theories, practices, and tools.
• Knowledge of statistical principles and practices with particular reference to the integration of financial, operations, and performance data; advanced knowledge of computer operations to include the Microsoft Office suite as well as other industry specific applications.
• Knowledge of governmental budgeting practices and procedures is preferred.
• Ability to capture, sort, and analyze problems and make appropriate decisions in accordance with rules and regulations.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and provide factual information within specified formats.
• Ability to direct the development and implementation of administrative procedures and evaluate effectiveness.
• Ability to communicate well with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to facilitate large groups of diverse individuals through a variety of process improvement exercises.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by working assignments and duties.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement the principles of high performing organizations (the Florida Sterling Model, Malcolm Baldrige, LEAN, Six Sigma).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

PHYSICAL SKILLS:  Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree. Four (4) years of performance management and process improvement experience. Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and/or Public Administration (MPA) is preferred. 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:  Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.

ADA STATEMENT:  A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:  Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:  All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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