Business Analyst - Workforce Development

ID Projetos Educacionais; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ID Projetos Educacionais in Palm Harbor, FL seeks a Business Analyst to translate business needs into system requirements, working with clients, architects, and developers to define scope and dependencies. You will leverage SDLC knowledge to deliver large-scale software projects and drive process improvements through technology.

The role requires strong MS SQL Server and MS Office skills, plus the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 1) Prior BA experience in IT/software setting.
• 2) Ability to work independently and in teams.
• 3) Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and user needs and document requirements for projects.
• Coordinate with clients, leaders, architects and development teams to define scope and dependencies.
• Translate business requirements into system requirements for architects and developers.
• Understand project management and SDLC for large-scale development projects.
• Identify and document business processes and opportunities for improvements via technology.
• Support validation and testing of interfaces per design specifications.

Skills

Business Analysis

SDLC Knowledge

Client Interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Tools

MS SQL Server

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

This role will formulate and define system scopes and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements.

Qualifications Summary

The ideal Business Analyst will have prior BA experience in an IT/software setting. You will thrive both in an independent and team environment. You must be able to take ownership of projects and complete those projects accurately and efficiently. You must also be able to work with various internal groups and teams and have the ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze business and user needs, specifically related to interfaces involving third party or outside systems, document requirements and translate both into proper specifications for each project.
• Coordinate and meet with clients and business leaders, as well as working closely with software architects and development teams to ensure that the direction, scope and dependencies are identified and documented.
• Possess strong knowledge of both project management and the software development lifecycle (SDLC) of large-scale development projects.
• Translate business requirements into concise system requirements for use by the software architects and development teams.
• Extensive understanding of multiple functional areas related to complex projects and the ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements through the use of technology is critical.
• Foster productive communication between technical and non-technical audiences to ensure that technology solutions fulfill the business needs. Responsibilities include
• Identify, document and diagram business requirements and processes.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices.
• Assist with validation and testing of interfaces written to the design specification

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Facilitate team and client meetings effectively
• Keep the client and project team well informed of project status, issues and issue mitigation strategies
• Resolve and/or escape issues in a timely fashion
• Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors

Technical

• MS SQL server (2000/2005/2008) and query knowledge is essential
• Testing of applications written to the design specifications written.
• Ability to track data through the database as it relates to the application
• Review of all customer change orders, update requirements documents, and make recommendations regarding the implementation of the request modifications.

Plus

• Possess a general understanding of application programming, database and system design
• Understanding of Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures
• Ability to analyze system requirements relative to the base software functionality and configuration

Leadership

• Inspire coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence
• Manage the process of innovative change effectively
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change

Teamwork

• Consistently acknowledge and appreciate each team member’s contributions
• Work with both technical software developers and non-technical state and local government clients to make sure that final deliverables meet client requirements
• Coordinate client training with training staff and assist where necessary
• Prepare and deliver training updates via webinars

Knowledge And Skills

• Proficient in MS Office to include: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, and Project
• Knowledge of relational databases and basic SQL query techniques
• Must have experience interfacing with customers, internal managers and staff
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills with an attention to detail
• Strong leadership skills with a proven past to drive results and affect change
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle
• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience preferred

Travel

• May be required to visit client sites, attend National Conferences and/or assist in Marketing presentations which are assigned by Manager when appropriate.

Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V