Sr Business Analyst

This is a non partisan position that works closely with a team of other Analysts and the Operations Services Manager to solve the technology problems of the business. The Senior Business Analyst identifies, investigates, and understands business problems presented, and then researches relevant technology options to resolve them.

The Senior Business Analyst enables the execution of business strategy and the delivery of successful business change. To achieve this, this position works closely with other business change disciplines such as program managers and application developers. This position is engaged in all phases of solution delivery and enterprise architecture and will sometimes work as the Project Manager as well as the Business Analyst. The Office of Legislative Information Services (OLIS) is evolving, as are many technical support teams.

The successful candidate for this position is someone who understands process management and improvement; is skilled at understanding and documenting user needs/requirements; wants to be a part of a progressive team; brings best practices; and has a wide range of technical capabilities and skill sets. This position serves the legislative branch in its entirety. An AGILE mindset and experience is preferred.

Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures required to define, design, and implement business information systems in a wide range of settings. Thorough knowledge of information systems theory, techniques, and applications.

Thorough knowledge of current systems analysis, design, construction, testing, and maintenance techniques and practices. Thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques of conducting feasibility studies for converting business processes to computerized applications.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of project management and their applicability to team facilitation and leadership.

Thorough knowledge of general office business functions and processes. Thorough knowledge of system hardware configurations and computer operations.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field plus 6 years of relevant work experience, or an equivalent amount of education and experience. Project Management Professional (or equivalent) certification preferred.

This position is telework eligible for part of work week, the employee must reside in Montana and be able to come in to the office on a routine basis.