We are seeking a business analyst for Texas Vital Statistics who must be on site in Austin TX and either local to Austin or willing to relocate.
This position will report to the Director of Administration develop test plans and assist or lead system and user acceptance testing using tools such as JIRA or HP ALM as well as define business solution recommendations and translate business objectives into detailed requirements to support the solution. This person is adept at assimilating integrating and interfacing technical knowledge with business/systems requirements. The Senior Business Analyst produces functional requirements use cases data mappings data dictionaries software specifications and systems scope documentation. This person may also be responsible for writing test plans test cases and UAT quality assurance work. When necessary these individuals should also be able to lead teams of analysts to facilitate document analyze data integrate and train business users throughout the project development life cycle. Able to conduct various types of work in varied client environments with multiple teams including business and technical teams and produce results. Develops frameworks to address client problems; identifies issues and dependencies; develops problemsolving approaches to minimize pitfalls. Leverages business and data skills and knowledge; performs thorough accurate analysis; guides team in developing recommendations. Structures client documents and manages the writing process; writes key sections of client documents. Will partner with technical leads to facilitate systems development; understand the development process (requirements gathering design code test deploy). Can work with the development team to define a best practice model from beginning to end for the development effort. Comfortable with ambiguity; flexible and effective while managing multiple tasks and priorities. Responsible for user facilitation business process analysis data analysis requirements documentation and testing. Facilitate users or program staff to effectively reach alignment design conduct and document meetings. Analyzes and documents current business processes; translates business requirements into functional specs defines and recommends new processes using process flows activity diagrams swim lanes use cases as needed and acts as a liaison between business users and technical developers. Capable of documenting data dictionaries data requirements for input forms developing test data and tracing functional data items back to originating data sources. Analyzes data and trends defines reporting KPIs and metrics and works with technical teams to develop reports in tools such as Tableau and Cognos. Develop test plans and assist or lead system and user acceptance testing with tools such as JIRA or HP ALM. Capable of effectively presenting and communicating ideas to clients and leading teams to meet project goals. Presents concepts and outcomes successfully with clients; develops effective presentation materials; can present to senior business leaders and users. Communicates with all team members; provides ongoing feedback to team members and the client. Generates viable new ideas for business solutions; shows creative thinking reviews entire process for improvements.
Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years
Required/Preferred
Experience
8
Must be able to interpret Texas Vital Statistics laws policies procedures and regulations.
8
Knowledge of the MS Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Project and Visio)
8
Skill in project planning and organization
8
Skill in business analysis methodologies
8
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex information technology applications policies and issues
8
Skill in developing creative and workable solutions to complex problems and issues
8
Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with individuals and groups
8
Skill in using initiative and independent judgment and managing time effectively to establish priorities organize tasks and assign and direct the work of others
8
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships including the ability to work under pressure negotiate with multiple parties and resolve conflicts
8
Skill in reading interpreting and understanding material to prepare concise reports or appropriate responses for the review and/or signature of section managers and/or directors
8
Skill in gathering organizing and analyzing facts recommending solutions and resolving workrelated problems
8
Skill in maintaining statistical and accounting records and producing data summaries
8
Ability to manage small to medium sized projects when needed
8
Ability to create project work plans
8
Ability to produce accurate work estimates and monitor progress
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