Business Analyst, Information Technology (12-month contract)
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Business Analyst Information Technology
(12-month contract)
Department: Information TechnologyPosition Type: Temporary Full-time (35 hrs./week)
Location: Essex Ontario
Posting #: COE-15-26
Opening Date: March 9 2026
Internal Closing Date: March 16 2026
Closing Date: March 22 2026
Role Snapshot (Our Elevator Pitch!)
Are you a strategic thinker who excels at identifying business needs and delivering technology-driven solutions Do you thrive on optimizing workflows and improving business processes The County of Essex is looking for a Business Analyst to work closely with stakeholders IT teams and leadership to ensure technology solutions align with organizational goals. If youre ready to make an impact we invite you to join our team.Why Work With Us
The County as we like to call ourselves is an upper-tier municipal government organization providing programs and services to approximately 193000 residents within the Essex County region and some shared services to approximately 422000 within the Windsor-Essex region.We operate in Canadas warmest and southernmost County surrounded on three sides by water and blessed with unrivalled opportunities for boating fishing cycling golfing and other recreational pursuits. One of Ontarios best-kept secrets the County offers an affordable mix of urban and rural living with easy access to world-class amenities and schools. We are located next to the urban center of Windsor and just minutes from downtown Detroit. With comprehensive benefits professional development opportunities and a culture built on respect and inclusivity we are proud to support our people in achieving their goals.
What Youll Do
In this role you will be responsible for:- Requirements Gathering and Analysis
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and objectives.
- Elicit document and analyze business requirements to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Process Mapping and Improvement
- Analyze and model current business processes using tools like flowcharts or BPMN diagrams.
- Identify areas for optimization and recommend improved processes to enhance efficiency.
- Documentation and Communication
- Develop functional specifications process flows use cases and business rules.
- Clearly communicate findings recommendations and requirements to stakeholders and technical teams.
- Solution Design and Evaluation
- Work with IT teams to design technical solutions that meet business requirements.
- Evaluate and propose enhancements to systems and workflows to support business strategies.
- Change Management and Training Support
- Assist in implementing changes by coordinating with teams and facilitating user training.
- Provide support during transitions to new systems or processes ensuring stakeholders understand the impact.
- Testing and Quality Assurance
- Develop and execute test plans to ensure solutions meet requirements.
- Collaborate with QA teams to identify defects and verify that changes do not negatively impact existing processes.
- Other Duties as Assigned
- Support various departmental initiatives and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
What You Bring
Education and Commitment to Growth:- College diploma or university degree in Business Administration Computer Science Engineering Finance or Information Systems.
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
- Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an IT environment.
- Experience working with business stakeholders to gather requirements design solutions and implement changes in a technology-driven context.
- Proven experience with process mapping and improvement methodologies (e.g. BPMN Lean Six Sigma) is an asset.
- Strong understanding of core business processes and operations.
- Proven expertise in business and technical requirements analysis elicitation modeling and verification.
- Experience in overseeing the design development and implementation of software hardware and system solutions.
- Ability to create detailed consistent requirements specifications in both technical and user-friendly language.
- Proficiency in applying statistical and research methods to systems and processes.
- Strong project management skills including knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Excellent analytical problem-solving and creative thinking abilities.
- High attention to detail and a logical efficient approach to work.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- A valid Class G Ontario drivers license and access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes
- Ability to provide a Ministry of Transportation Driver Abstract and Police Information Check
What We Are Offering
As a CUPE 2974.1 position this role is on Band 11 with a starting hourly rate of $35.71 is just the beginning. The benefit package is second to none and the defined benefit plan of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (O.M.E.R.S) is a pension system sought by many.The Application Journey
Your journey starts here. Submit your application online at the Career Opportunities section of our website at by March 22 2026. If selected you will be contacted by our HR team to participate in our hiring process.We believe in a thoughtful and transparent hiring process designed to identify the best candidate for the role while allowing you to learn about us. Heres what you can expect:
1. Application Submission
Submit your application including a tailored resume and cover letter through our online portal by March 22 2026. Be sure to highlight your experience in communications and employee engagement and your passion for enhancing workplace culture.
2. Initial Screening
Our hiring team will review applications to shortlist candidates whose skills qualifications and experience closely match the roles requirements.
3. Phone Interview
Shortlisted candidates will participate in a 15-minute phone interview to discuss their background interest in the role and alignment with our organizational culture.
4. Comprehensive Interview Panel
Selected candidates will be invited to a panel interview. This stage will focus on your experience with:
- Business analysis expertise and experience
- Process improvement skills
- Communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
5. Assessment
Youll be asked to present a brief communication or engagement plan to showcase your creativity and organizational understanding.
6. Offer and Onboarding
If selected youll receive a formal offer outlining the terms of employment. Upon acceptance our onboarding team will work with you to ensure a smooth transition including introductions to your team access to tools and systems and a comprehensive overview of your first 90 days.
The County of Essex embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodations through emailprotected. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.
Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment opportunities only.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Process
- Active Directory
- Customer Service
- Information Technology
- HIPAA
- Information Security
- Infrastructure
- Linux
- Project Management
- Nist
- Risk Assessments
- Procedures
- hardware
- Data Analysis
- Technical Support
About Company
Essex County is a mainly rural county in Southwestern Ontario, comprising seven municipalities. Whether you are a resident, visitor or business, discover what County of Essex has to offer.
