Data Analyst-Parks and Recreation

Data Analyst-Parks and Recreation

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

2980 Edison Avenue, Fort Myers, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-1537

Department

Parks

Opening Date

06/09/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

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Description

The City of Fort Myers strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers. The salary shown in the job description is the full range for this position from entry to later career.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

FLSA Status: Exempt Safety Sensitive: No Level II Screening: No

Under the general direction of the Parks and Beautification Manager, performs complex professional work in coordinating activities to facilitate the preparation and completion of projects within the department. Carries out data analysis responsibilities in accordance with the City's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include collecting data, analyzing data, using problem solving skills to develop alternatives to resolve problems and presenting findings (graphs, written narratives and presentations). This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities and Reporting During an Emergency Situation:

Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. Depending on the nature of the emergency, this may require working around the clock for several days on short notice.

Non-Essential Employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine when the employee will be required to work.

Perks and Benefits

• Free city-paid employee health coverage, additional for spouse or family
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (sick & vacation)
• 13 paid holidays
• Pension plan & optional Deferred Compensation
• City-paid life insurance
• Optional Vision, Dental, and Disability Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• On-site Gym facility
• And much more!

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepares project management data analysis is support of capital improvement projects.
• Supports implementation of asset management and computerized maintenance management software.
• Supports Department's digital transformation, specifically leading the deployment and refinement of the Lucity software system.
• Assist with the Preparation and administration of operational budget to ensure divisional goals and objectives are met including monitoring and tracking revenues and expenses of department and making necessary changes.
• Coordinate special projects as needed.
• Preparation of agenda items for City Council Approval.
• Respond to public enquiries.
• Submit South Florida Water management quarterly use report.
• Operates a vehicle when required.
• This position requires regular and reliable attendance and the employee's physical presence at the workplace.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and can work independently.
• Skill to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Skill in tracking and managing projects.
• Skill in collecting analyzing and interpreting data.
• Ability to operate necessary equipment, including personal computer, mainframe terminal, calculator, copier, facsimile machine and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and interpretation based on acquired knowledge in circumstances where limited standardization exists.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates' degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Business Administration or closely related field. Training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for the degree.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years of progressively responsible experience in data analysis; evaluating financial, operational, statistical, or administrative data.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed.

• Reaching - extending hands or arms in any direction.

• Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.

• Speaking - expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely.

• Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word

• Hearing 1 - perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information.

• Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.

• Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision.

• Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures.

• Visual Acuity 4 - operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment.

• Mental Acuity - ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning.

• Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

Work performed is primarily:

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Works in an office environment and sits for long periods of time.
• May be required to work hours other than the regular schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Contact with internal and external customers and the general public.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description

Full-time regular City employee benefits:

• Health Insurance (Florida Blue)

• City paid employee coverage. HMO or PPO plans are available. Dependents can be added, Employee pays 30% of premium. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.

• Basic Life Insurance (USAble Life)

• City paid. The benefit is equal to 1x the annual base pay, rounded to the nearest $1000.00.

• Optional Vision Insurance (VSP)

• Employee-paid insurance is available at group rates, and family plans are available to employees. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.

• Optional Dental Insurance (Humana)

• Employee-paid insurance is available at group rates, and family plans are available to employees. Premium deductions are taken pre-tax.

• Supplemental Insurance

• Employees may purchase various types of supplemental insurance (life, AFLAC) at group rates through payroll deduction.

• Pension Plan (General) Administered by Resource Centers

• Pension Plan (Police and Fire) administered by Foster & Foster

• 401(a) (Mission Square)

• Certain management positions can opt out of the General Pension into a 401(a).

• Roth IRA (Mission Square)

• Offered through payroll deduction.

• Disability (USAble Life)

• Employee paid short & long-term disability insurance.

• Leave Time (Sick, Vacation)

• Paid Holidays

• City recognizes 13 holidays which include: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Birthday Holiday and Floating Holiday.Birthday and Float after 1-year of service.

• Deferred Compensation Programs (Mission Square) OR (Nationwide )

• Tax-deferred savings plan available for retirement purposes. Employee-only contributions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employees can elect to use pre-tax dollars to cover un-reimbursed medical or dependent daycare expenses.

• Payroll Direct Deposit

• Available to any banking institution or credit union. Suncoast Federal Schools Credit Union membership is available to City employees.

• Employee Assistance Program (ESI)

• City-paid availability to licensed professional counselors for non-work related personal issues with 100% confidentiality.

Please note: Benefits do not apply to On-Call, Temporary, or Seasonal positions. Insurance Benefits only apply to regular Full-time positions.

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Do you currently possess a minimum of an Associates degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, business administration, or related field AND two years of progressively responsible experience in in data analysis; evaluating financial, operational, statistical, or administrative data; OR equivalent experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential job functions.?

• Yes
• No

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If the answer is Yes to question #1, please explain. If you answered "No" please enter "n/a".

03

Do you currently possess a valid Drivers License with acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Fort Myers

Address 1820 Hendry Street

PO Box 2217

Fort Myers, Florida, 33901

Phone 239-321-7066

Website http://www.fortmyers.gov/jobs