IT Business Analyst

05 Nov 2024

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Job Description: The Information Technology Business Analyst will report to the Associate Director, Portfolio Management Office of ITS and is responsible for analysis and definition of IT work requests. The Information Technology Business Analyst is responsible for bridging the gap between IT and business units. This team member must demonstrate good judgment in selecting tools, methods, and techniques working with the business and IT to identify solutions. Working with the business, they will apply business analysis techniques to define the business problem, gather business requirements, formulate appropriate process and IT solutions, and deliver recommendations for improvements. They will work with business partners to confirm scope and understanding of project work priorities. The Information Technology Business Analyst will help formulate work plans and coordinate efforts on small to medium size projects. This team member will develop and foster positiveworking relationships between ITS and UCR business units. This position is classified as remote with occasional visits to the campus as necessary. Working hours will be based on Pacific Standard Time (PST). The maximum budgeted annual salary for this position is $93,200. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. Education & Experience RequirementsEducation Requirements

DegreeRequirement

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Required

Experience Requirements

ExperienceRequirement

4 - 7 years of related experience.Required

License RequirementsCertification Requirements

CertificationRequirement

Project Management Institute Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA); ORPreferred

Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)Preferred

Educational Condition Requirements

ConditionRequirement

Key Responsibilities

Description% Time

Applies technical expertise and business analysis concepts to identify, evaluate and define complex systems scope and objectives with an understanding of applicable business practices, processes, systems and industry standards to meet end-user needs.30

Provides technical expertise in identifying, evaluating and developing complex systems and procedures. Creates complex specifications for systems to meet end-user requirements. Involved in developing complex user interface designs. Plans and executes unit integration and acceptance testing. Participates in cross-functional teams to address complex business or systems issues.30

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Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge/Skill/AbilityRequirement

Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds.Required

Thorough knowledge of business and process analysis functions.Required

Strong skills and knowledge of methodologies associated with analysis of processes and problems, information flow and architecture.Required

Thorough knowledge of business processes and procedures.Required

Thorough knowledge of related areas of IT.Required

Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Demonstrates problem solving skills.Required

Demonstrated testing and test planning skills.Required

In-depth understanding and skill in process and systems requirement documentation standards, such as Use Case modeling, User Story creations and narrative description.Required

Broad knowledge relating to software design.Required

Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Interpersonal and communications skills to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.Required

Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to put forth persuasive arguments.Required

Broad IT domain experience in three or more of the following IT areas: Applications Development, Enterprise Architecture, Project Management, Vendor Management, Quality Assurance, Infrastructure, and Maintenance & Support.Required

Knowledge of technology-related initiatives and an understanding of the impacts of the initiatives.Required

Occasional work outside of normal business hours.Required

Knowledge of business and/or academic operations within a higher education environment.Preferred

Expert level proficiency using MS Excel, MS Visio, and similar toolsPreferred

Minimum 3-5 years of Business Process Modeling experience.Preferred

Previous experience using Unified Markup Language (UML)Preferred

Working proficiency with SQLPreferred

Special Requirements & Conditions

Special ConditionRequirement

Must pass a background check.Required

Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development.Required

Travel Outside of Normal Business HoursRequired

Other Special Requirements & ConditionsLevel of Supervision Received

General Supervision

EnvironmentWorking Environment

Remote with occasional visits to UCR campus as necessary.

Other RequirementsItems Used

  • Standard Office Equipment
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Copier
  • Scanner
  • Calculator

Physical Requirements

  • Bend : N/A
  • Sit : Constantly
  • Squat : N/A
  • Stand : Occasionally
  • Crawl : N/A
  • Walk : Occasionally
  • Climb : N/A

Mental Requirements

  • Read/Comprehend : Constantly
  • Write : Constantly
  • Perform Calculations : Occasionally
  • Communicate Orally : Constantly
  • Reason & Analyze : Constantly

Environmental Requirements

  • Is exposed to excessive noise : No
  • Is around moving machinery : No
  • Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity : No
  • Drives motorized equipment : No
  • Works in confined quarters : No
  • Dust : No
  • Fumes : No

Critical Position

Is Critical Position: Yes

PI151525787

  • ID: #22200200
  • State: California Riverside 92521 Riverside USA
  • City: Riverside
  • Salary: USD TBD TBD
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Showed: 2021-11-05
  • Deadline: 2021-12-25
  • Category: Et cetera