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Who we are.We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

*What we offer.*As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact- Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility- Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work witha Dynamic and Diverse Team- Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity- Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture- Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work- Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

As a Business Support Analyst within the Division of Medical and Clinical Services- Immunization at the Georgia Department of Public Health,you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.

This position is hybrid and will require weekly in-office hours.

This position is funded by a federal grant and is subject to available grant funds.

Job Responsibilities

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 and 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

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business or related field from an accredited college or university AND One year of experience related to area of assignment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with governmental agency budgets
• Experience in operational support with a governmental agency/program
• Proficient in Microsoft office
• Willingness to take initiative and make decisions when ecessary
• Experience using Peoplesoft Software
• Proficient in using Excel spreadsheets and pivot tables
• Experience working with vendors to resolve issues with great communication
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent communication and organizational skills