Business Analyst

Halifax Regional Municipality; Halifax; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Halifax is looking for a full-time Business Analyst to join the Digital Services team. The role involves analyzing business processes, collaborating with development teams, and supporting the delivery of digital solutions. Candidates must possess a university degree in a relevant field and have at least four years' experience in a digital services environment. The position is temporary for up to 18 months with a competitive salary range of $72,370 to $93,650.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years’ experience in a Digital Services environment.
• Experience with business intelligence and web development.
• Training/certification in Business Analysis is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Bridge the gap between IT and business through process analysis.
• Develop training materials and support User Acceptance Testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success.

Skills

Business needs identification

Solution delivery methodologies

Effective communication

Relationship management

Team player

Education

University Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Business Intelligence Tools

Power Apps

Web platforms

Job description

Do you know data, BI, custom application development and can translate business requirements into tech talk. You might be interested in joining our team to deliver solutions to help solve municipal challenges! Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the temporary, full-time position (up to 18 months) for a Business Analyst in Information Technology on the Digital Services team.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

As a member of HRM’s Digital Services team, you would be responsible for bridging the gap between IT and the business through business processes analysis and requirements gathering. The BA is responsible to provide support to the development team in the design and execution of new or modified business processes and digital services tools which deliver a leaner and more efficient business, ensure evidence-based decision making, while maintaining and improving customer service delivery.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The BA has extensive knowledge about the business and connections into other business areas and how business activities are completed along with upstream and downstream impacts. In addition to supporting the elicitation of business requirements, the BA will also be responsible for supporting other initiative activities. These activities include developing training materials, making recommendations for roles going forward, supporting development and execution of User Acceptance Test cases, participating in business change management activities including supporting communications, participate in training delivery and support Go-Live, post deployment and initiative close activities.

The BA is a collaborator, working with the development team and stakeholders to support the project in meeting the expectations of the organization and efficiently achieving all defined initiative goals and objectives. The BA is a bridge between the day‑to‑day business activities and the development team, supporting the successful delivery of the solution and improving operational effectiveness and efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• University Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Digital Innovation or a related field or a suitable combination of education and experience;
• A significant understanding of HRM Digital Services business processes and systems;
• Minimum of four years’ experience within a Digital Services environment;
• Experience with business intelligence and web development and operational support will be considered an asset;
• Training and/or certification in the field of Business Analysis will be considered an asset.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

• Extensive industry experience in business needs identification and assessment; solution delivery methodologies, tools, techniques and trends; and business case development.
• Solid understanding of Microsoft Business Intelligence Tools, Power Apps, web platforms and data governance and impacts on stakeholders and delivery partners.
• Ability to develop an understanding around any new business processes, functions or technology delivered under the project.
• Collaborative team player and seen as a leader in their current teams - the go to person having effective communication, relationship management, tact, and negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Protect and keep private sensitive and confidential information such as proposed business strategies, process or staffing-level changes gained through discussion with HRM management and business case development efforts.
• Work with all levels of HRM management and staff
• Demonstrated knowledge with Business Intelligence, ETL, Web Development, Data Governance, Master Data, UI/UX, GIS.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Decision Making, Organizational Awareness, Organization and Planning, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Values and Ethics, Visioning, Strategic Thinking and Innovation

WORK STATUS: Temporary, full-time (up to 18 months)

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, 35 hours per week

SALARY: Non-Union, NU6 $72,370 - $93,650

WORK LOCATION: 14th floor, Barrington Tower, Halifax

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax