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Minnesota IT Services · 4 hours ago

IT Business Analyst - ITS3

St Paul, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$33.38/hr - $54.87/hr

3+ years exp

Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota, dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The IT Business Analyst will perform business analysis functions to act as a liaison among stakeholders, focusing on understanding organizational structure and recommending solutions for successful project outcomes.

AppsInformation TechnologyIT Infrastructure

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform business analysis functions using a set of tasks and techniques to successfully act as a liaison among stakeholders

Participate in requirements gathering sessions to analyze, define and document business processes, software requirements, data management systems and development of specifications for technology initiatives

Act as a liaison between IT, vendor, and business representatives, analyzing business activities and presenting the findings for analysis of solutions to purchase, implement, or develop

Work with development team members by collaborating on the development, testing, deployment and adoption of solutions

Communicate and consult with system user populations concerning system changes and implementation planning for changes and releases

Participate in and practice: Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring; Elicitation; Requirements Management and Communication; Enterprise Analysis; Requirements Analysis; and Solution Assessment and Validation using industry best practices for and generally accepted standards outlined in the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) (or equivalent industry standards and best practices) and by MNIT

Qualification

Business AnalysisRequirements GatheringSDLC ExperienceBABOK KnowledgeApplication Development MethodologyCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Required

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in performing IT business analysis functions

Experience performing business analysis functions to act as a liaison among stakeholders to analyze, define, document, and communicate business processes, software requirements, and specifications for technology initiatives

Experience applying Business Analysis Planning and Monitoring, Elicitation, Requirements Management and Communication, Requirements Analysis, and Solution Assessment and Validation, using BABOK or equivalent industry standards and MNIT practices

Experience gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing requirements from business, technical, and executive stakeholders, and translating those needs into functional and non-functional requirements, models, and documentation

Experience working throughout the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including collaboration with development teams on design, testing, deployment, and implementation of solutions

Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally, present technical and business information to technical and non-technical audiences, manage multiple priorities, and perform work with direction, coaching, and supervisory oversight

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding

Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree or a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months

Preferred

Experience with at least one application development methodology, such as Waterfall, Rational Unified Process (RUP), or Agile (Scrum/Kanban)

Experience gathering and communicating business needs and functional requirements, including artifacts such as use cases, user stories, test cases, specifications, business process models, UML diagrams, or wireframes

Experience with application and/or interface accessibility guidelines and providing end user support

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders, collaborate effectively as part of a team, and organize and prioritize multiple deadlines

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care