Applications Systems Analyst II - Data Analytics Division

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Personal observance leave

Vacation days

Sick days

Community service leave

Pension plan

Job summary

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Applications Systems Analyst II to join the Data Analytics Division on the Business Solutions Team. This exempt policy-making role focuses on solution engineering, data and AI solution delivery, and technical consulting.

Responsibilities include leading discovery, designing and deploying reliable applications and integrations, and creating comprehensive documentation to support ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to apply thorough knowledge of systems analysis, application development, programming, integration, automation, data solutions, testing, deployment and support

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery activities to understand business problems, processes, systems, constraints, stakeholders, and desired outcomes
• Design, configure, script, integrate, test, deploy, and support reliable applications, automations, data solutions, analytics products, and AI-enabled capabilities
• Independently organize and prioritize multiple projects, balancing urgent operational needs with planned deliverables and long-term objectives
• Create and maintain technical, functional, and operational documentation including requirements, solution designs, workflow diagrams, data definitions, test plans, runbooks, SOPs, implementation guides, knowledge articles, and training materials
• Investigate and resolve application, integration, automation, data, reporting, or workflow issues; identify root causes and implement corrective action

Skills

Systems analysis

Python

SQL

APIs

Data solutions

Automation

Job description

Agency Office of the State Auditor Division

Job Classification Title
Applications Systems Analyst II (NS)

Position Number
65043986

Grade
DT09

About Us

The North Carolina Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is your fiscal watchdog. We audit more than $100 billion in state assets and liabilities each year, bringing transparency to local, state, and federal government. Our reports and findings include recommendations that result in good government reforms. OSA thoroughly investigates alleged cases of fraud, waste, and abuse of taxpayer dollars, working with law enforcement on prosecution when warranted.

Description of Work

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) is seeking an Applications Systems Analyst II to serve on our Business Solutions Team within our Data Analytics Division. In this role, you will get the opportunity to be involved in solution engineering and technical consulting, along with data and AI solution delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery activities to understand business problems, processes, systems, constraints, stakeholders, and desired outcomes
• Design, configure, script, integrate, test, deploy, and support reliable applications, automations, data solutions, analytics products, and AI-enabled capabilities
• Independently organize and prioritize multiple projects, balancing urgent operational needs with planned deliverables and long-term objectives
• Create and maintain technical, functional, and operational documentation, including requirements, solution designs, workflow diagrams, data definitions, test plans, runbooks, SOPs, implementation guides, knowledge articles, and training materials
• Investigate and resolve application, integration, automation, data, reporting, or workflow issues; identify root causes and implement corrective action

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $81,504 - $122,256

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to apply thorough knowledge of systems analysis, application development, programming, integration, automation, data solutions, testing, deployment, and technical support
• Ability to translate ambiguous business needs into actionable technical approaches, prototypes, implementation plans, and supportable solutions
• Knowledge of appropriate technologies such as SQL, Python, APIs, workflow automation, analytics platforms, collaboration platforms, cloud services, version control, and continuous integration and deployment practices

This position is designated as Exempt Policy-Making under G.S. 126-5(c)(3) and is considered an at-will appointment.

OSA is the state's Fiscal Watchdog. We hold state government and entities that receive public money accountable, working on behalf of North Carolinians to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.

Benefits

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week).

Work-Life Balance:

• 40-hour work week with flexible schedule options and the ability to earn compensatory time off

Generous paid time off each year, including:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• 1 paid personal observance leave day
• At least 14 vacation days accrued per year (increase with years of service)
• 12 paid sick days accrued per year
• 24 hours paid community service leave

Competitive pay and affordable health insurance options

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Enrollment in the state's pension plan and options for additional supplemental savings

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more

Supplemental and Contact Information

• If you have earned a foreign degree, an official evaluation for United States equivalency is required and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification purposes.
• The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members
• Reference checks will be performed on all top finalists.

The Office of the State Auditor is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state appli