ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST Date: Oct 4, 2024 Req ID: 42535 Location: Little Rock, AR, US, 72201 Category: DEPT OF PARKS AND TOURISM Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155 Administrative Analyst Position #: 22092514 Salary: $36,155 Grade: GS06 Requisition: 42535 Location: Park Operations, Little Rock, AR Closing date: Until Filled This position creates and revises directives and maintains park manuals based on changes in rules, statutes, and practices. Maintains Operations Manual on the agency intra-net site. Coordinates management training programs, develops curriculum, and schedule training. Delegate work assignments given by Special Operations Manager for staff to accomplish and insure completion of each. Attend staff meetings to take notes and to gain information for future use. Compose correspondence to parks, other agencies and public on behalf of the Operations Section. Anticipate possible problems in purchasing procedures and suggest corrections. Answer questions and help locate information for field personnel and public. Obtain and renew licenses from the FCC. Research, accumulate and report information for various special projects. Provide daily supervision to one employee and counsel/discipline as needed and document the action. Create PR's and PO's and reviews p-card transactions. Position is responsible for proper process and financial review of asset acquisition ($4,000,000) and major maintenance projects ($4,000,000). This position offers a full benefit package including paid holidays, annual and sick leave, health insurance and retirement pension. Applicants must meet or exceed the following qualifications : The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field. Other job-related education and/or experience may be substituted for all or part of these basic requirements, except for certification or licensure requirements, upon approval of the qualifications review committee. We are an EOE/AA/ADA employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applications accepted online only: https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/ The Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism has three major divisions: Arkansas State Parks, Arkansas Heritage and Arkansas Tourism. Arkansas State Parks manages 52 state parks and promotes Arkansas as a tourist destination for people around the country. Arkansas Heritage preserves and promotes Arkansas’s natural and cultural history and heritage through four historic museums and four cultural preservation agencies. Arkansas Tourism improves the state’s economy by generating travel and enhancing the image of the state. Position Information Class Code: C037C Grade: GS06 FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00 Summary The Administrative Analyst is responsible for conducting special research studies, analyzing data, preparing statistics, making recommendations based on research findings, and monitoring and coordinating project/program activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Functions Conducts special studies such as systems and cost analysis, feasibility and effectiveness of agency/institution programs, and the identification of and solution to problem areas. Assists in the development of project goals and objectives. Plans, organizes, and schedules project/program implementation phases and procedures and develops monitoring and reporting systems to measure project effectiveness. Researches and analyzes data pertinent to work programs and goals and objectives and prepares reports explaining findings and recommendations. Develops or revises agency/institution policies, procedures, programs, and directives based on research findings. Develops handbooks and manuals for participant use and conducts workshops to educate personnel on new systems, policies, and procedures. Evaluates existing programs by gathering information, reviewing files, researching policy, directives, and regulations, conducting surveys and interviews, and contacting agencies/institutions in other states concerning their programs. Composes correspondence and responses to written inquiries and interprets agency administrative directives, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent application. Acts as liaison to other programs, departments, or agencies/institutions and provides guidance in areas of expertise. Performs other duties as assigned. Dimensions None Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of planning, research, and analysis techniques and procedures. Knowledge of department operations, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations. Knowledge of basic accounting principles. Ability to plan and execute systems and organizational analysis and feasibility studies. Ability to conduct research and perform quantitative quality assurance reviews. Ability to research, prepare, and present comprehensive written and oral reports. Ability to organize and conduct meetings and workshops. Minimum Qualifications The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in public administration, general business, or a related field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Licenses None The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market:Little Rock