Description:
The client is looking for one Business Analyst Consultant IV
Will close to submissions on 12/13/24 at 4:00PM CST.
Top Required Skills & Years of Experience:
- At least ten years of experience as a Business Analyst as well as strong experience as a project manager
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile Waterfall etc.)
- Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills
- Proficient in project management software (e.g. Azure DevOps MS Project) and data analysis tools (e.g. Excel SQL)
Nice to Have Skills:
- Business Analyst/Project Manager experience in the State and/or local government sector
- Enhancement/issue tracking system experience
- Knowledge/experience with the Salesforce platform and tools
Interview Process: Teams
Duration of the Contract: Until 6/30/25 with extensions possible.
Onsite or Remote Remote or hybrid (if candidate prefers). Candidate MUST be a WI resident or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense. Work must be done within the state of WI.
Project details (project overview who the contractor will work with soft skills needed etc.):
THIS IS A BUSINESS ANALYST/CONSULTANT IV POSITION THAT REQUIRES PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE. The Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) is an organization dedicated to protecting Wisconsin citizens while promoting economic growth and stability. We are seeking a motivated and detailoriented Business Analyst Consultant IV with strong project management experience to join our team and drive strategic initiatives that enhance our operations and deliver value to our constituents and business partners.
The Business Analyst must be able to demonstrate project management knowledge as they will play a dual role focusing on both analysis and project management. This individual will collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements analyze business processes and lead projects from inception to completion ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Responsibilities:
Business Analysis:
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify business needs and translate them into functional requirements.
- Conduct thorough data analysis to inform decisionmaking and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Develop process maps workflows and documentation to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather insights and feedback from crossfunctional teams.
- Facilitate User Story development: Define/document requirements acceptance criteria create subtasks prioritization of tasks map stories estimate workload etc.
Project Management:
- Lead project planning execution and monitoring ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- Define project scope goals and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Create and maintain project schedules resource plans and risk management strategies.
- Communicate project status challenges and successes to stakeholders at all levels.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for projects.
- Prepare and present reports dashboards and updates to executive leadership.
- Serve as a liaison between technical teams and business units to ensure effective implementation of solutions.
Experience:
Required: | StrongIy Desired: |
At least ten years of experience as a Business Analyst as well as strong experience as a Project manager | Business Analyst/Project Manager experience in the State and/or local government sector |
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile Waterfall etc.) | Enhancement/issue tracking system experience |
Excellent analytical problemsolving and decisionmaking skills | Knowledge/experience with the Salesforce platform and tools |
Proficient in project management software (e.g. Azure DevOps MS Project) and data analysis tools (e.g. Excel SQL) | |
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively | |
Strong knowledge of SDLC best practices | |
Ability to learn quickly; synthesize complex information; identify key points and communicate results accurately and effectively | |
Ability to develop works plans estimate effort and track progress on projects and tasks | |
Ability to develop and execute QA test plans and procedures as well as oversee others performing work | |
Conceptual understanding of web applications CRM and relational database architectures | |
Pay range: $44 to $49 per hour on W2.