Business Analyst

Department Name

EdPlus Dean's Office Admin

Job Description

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

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Dreamscape Learn (DSL) is a collaborative venture between Dreamscape Immersive and Arizona State University, merging the most advanced experiential pedagogy with the entertainment industry's best cinematic storytelling.

We are seeking a creative, self-motivated and collaborative Business Analyst. This position will review, analyze, implement, and evaluate business systems and user needs for a core functional area. Serve as the liaison between the business organization and the technology team(s). Design solutions and write requirements specifications, develop and execute test plans, and work with technical staff to build and implement the technology solution.

Essential Duties

• Manages projects for a core functional area by preparing and maintaining implementation plans, managing project issues and ensuring project tasks are completed.

• Facilitates decision-making by communicating across project teams and functional areas; elicits requirements using interviews, requirements meetings, surveys, document analysis, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, and workflow analysis.

• Applies approved project methods, standards and processes to reduce total cost of ownership by applying best practices.

• Serves as liaison between the functional project team and the technology support organization.

• Writes business process documentation.

• Consults with stakeholders and end users to conduct requirements gathering and solution design to address technical business needs.

• Provides information to project/development teams so that solutions meet end user's needs.

• Provides expertise in software testing design and coordinate performance of tests.

• Supports functional users in developing reports.

• Supports end-user through on-call support and problem resolution, as needed.

• Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND two (2) years of experience in procedural, management or systems analysis work; OR, Six (6) years of experience in procedural, management, or systems analysis work; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/ or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.

• Evidence of a technical background.

• Experience building out user journeys.

• Experience in detailed requirements gathering.

• Experience in technical documentation.

EdPlus at ASU

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click Here to explore options.

• Healthcare

• Financial Security

• Retirement

• Family Resources

• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)

• Discounts

This position will work between the SkySong and Tempe campus locations.

Job Description

EdPlus at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.

Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!

Dreamscape Learn (DSL) is a collaborative venture between Dreamscape Immersive and Arizona State University, merging the most advanced experiential pedagogy with the entertainment industry's best cinematic storytelling.

We are seeking a creative, self-motivated and collaborative Business Analyst. This position will review, analyze, implement, and evaluate business systems and user needs for a core functional area. Serve as the liaison between the business organization and the technology team(s). Design solutions and write requirements specifications, develop and execute test plans, and work with technical staff to build and implement the technology solution.

Essential Duties

• Manages projects for a core functional area by preparing and maintaining implementation plans, managing project issues and ensuring project tasks are completed.

• Facilitates decision-making by communicating across project teams and functional areas; elicits requirements using interviews, requirements meetings, surveys, document analysis, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, and workflow analysis.

• Applies approved project methods, standards and processes to reduce total cost of ownership by applying best practices.

• Serves as liaison between the functional project team and the technology support organization.

• Writes business process documentation.

• Consults with stakeholders and end users to conduct requirements gathering and solution design to address technical business needs.

• Provides information to project/development teams so that solutions meet end user's needs.

• Provides expertise in software testing design and coordinate performance of tests.

• Supports functional users in developing reports.

• Supports end-user through on-call support and problem resolution, as needed.

• Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND two (2) years of experience in procedural, management or systems analysis work; OR, Six (6) years of experience in procedural, management, or systems analysis work; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/ or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.

• Evidence of a technical background.

• Experience building out user journeys.

• Experience in detailed requirements gathering.

• Experience in technical documentation.

EdPlus at ASU

ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. Click Here to explore options.

• Healthcare

• Financial Security

• Retirement

• Family Resources

• Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)

• Discounts

This position will work between the SkySong and Tempe campus locations.

Requisition ID

102378BR

Working Environment

This position will work between the SkySong and Tempe campus locations.

EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.

Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.

EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is not a fully remote position.)

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree AND two (2) years of experience in procedural, management or systems analysis work; OR, Six (6) years of experience in procedural, management, or systems analysis work; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/ or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Department Statement

EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.

EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in everything we do. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by the diversity of our employees. Our innovative culture drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, feeling a sense of urgency, and being bold.

EdPlus at ASU

Category

02

VP Code

EdPlus at ASU

Scope of Search

Open

Desired Qualifications

Please see above.

Close Date

10-July-2024

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.

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Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Essential Duties

Please see above.

Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Salary Range

$62,000 - $75,000 per year; DOE

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume and cover letter should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of "equivalent combination" in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor's degree is equal to four years of experience.

Job Family

Information Technology