Requisition No: 879363 Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services Working Title: OPS RESEARCH ASSISTANT - 42902588 Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Marketing and Development Contact Jay Thomas, 386-339-6072 Minimum Requirements A high school diploma or equivalent and six (6) years of professional or nonprofessional experience in statistics, research, analysis, or program evaluation. A bachelor’s degree (4 years) from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional experience in statistics, research, analysis, or program evaluation. A master’s degree (6 years) from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience. A juris doctorate or doctorate (8 years) from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience. Valid Class E driver license. Job Duties Responsible for compiling and disseminating the state of Florida market information on shipments, supplies, prices, market conditions, distribution, and other pertinent marketing facts for livestock at two USDA approved livestock markets. Demonstrate the ability to identify and grade livestock. Understand the cattle sales process and auctioneers. Use technology tools in everyday work. Perform tasks independently with limited supervision. Develop and maintain good working relationships with the cattle industry. Collect and analyze cattle sales data. Prepare market reports for daily, weekly, and monthly dissemination. Contact the livestock market manager prior to sale if the sale will not be reported to USDA. Ensure all forms, formats and systems used to report to USDA are USDA approved. Maintain skill level by participating in training as needed. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic knowledge of cattle industry, cattle sales, and identification and grading of cattle. Skill in data collection and reporting (in writing and electronic). Skill in quality assurance editing. Computer skills (Outlook and Microsoft Suite). Physical ability to climb stairs and sit for long periods of time. Ability to manage time effectively. Benefits Participation in state group insurance (eligibility requirements apply). Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). Participation in the State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax-deferred retirement savings). The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Location: FORT PIERCE, FL, US. ZIP codes: 32982, 34947, 34951, 34949, 34981, 34945, 34950, 34946. The State of Florida supports a drug‑free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable‑suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug‑Free Workplace Act. For assistance, call the People First Service Center at (877) 562‑7287 Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Eastern time. As an EEO employer, the State of Florida is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr