Sarasota County Government · 17 hours ago
Data Specialist, Library Administration
Administration Center
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$28.34/hr - $28.34/hr
3+ years expSarasota County Government is seeking a Data Specialist for their Libraries and Historical Resources Division. The role involves conducting research, interpreting policies, and participating in financial and statistical reporting to support the Division's operations and projects.
ConsultingGovernmentPublic RelationsPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Interpret and apply complex principles for contracts, LHR policies, and operational practices for the entire Division
Prepare, submit, and review high-level Procurement documentation submitted by other staff for accuracy and relevance
Perform in-depth research and submit aggregated data reports that analyze the business performance of the Division vendors and recommend strategies for cost mitigation
Review, prepare, and negotiate contracts for the LHR Division, working with vendors for services including databases, books, and materials, and the needs of Historical Resources
Serve as team leader and primary resource with other staff in resolving complex contractual issues and concerns regarding financial practices
Initiate efficiencies and problem resolution regarding LHR contracts for databases, subscriptions, and specialized services, working with the County contracts unit and outside vendors
Mentor and guide support staff performing financial assignments, including P-card reconciliation and credit card process, preparing high-level reports to track expenditures across multiple units and org codes
Lead unit activities and special projects for the Division, developing statistical and budgetary data analysis for strategic planning initiatives for LHR and the books and materials budgets
Monitor and analyze statistical data for monthly, quarterly, and annual performance management, state reports, and grant applications such as the State Aid to Libraries
Assist in budget management by monitoring expenditures for all organizational codes, tracking and verifying funds for all budget expenditures, developing data reporting tools, and monitoring expenditures using Power BI and other tools
Conduct program/project/job cost analysis and generate reports as needed for LHR vendors
Ensures compliance with regulatory/county principles, policies, and practices for LHR contracts, the primary contract administrator for LHR
Identifies trends and/or problems through statistical analysis and prepares a reporting analysis of performance measures, recommending review and/or changes
Assist in the continuous improvement of systems and processes across the LHR Division, reviewing reports and identifying trends
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in a job-related field; -AND- 3 years of job-related experience
-OR- BS or BA degree from an accredited college or university in a job-related field; **-AND-** 1-year job-related experience preferred
-OR- 5 years of professional related experience can be substituted for the degree at management discretion
This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening
This position is subject to a mandatory fingerprint-based background check per applicable federal, state, and/or local laws
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
Wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations
11 paid holidays
3 personal days
16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service
Company
Sarasota County Government
Sarasota County Government is a county organization that dedicated to providing customer-focused services that add value to the community.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda Glover, PHR, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
Chris Louria
Chief Human Resources Officer/Director
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