Business Analyst 4
5 days ago
Richmond
Job DescriptionNo C2C, W2 only Business Analyst 4 Richmond, VA(Hybrid) *local candidates strongly preferred *please only submit candidates who can be hired directly by the agency WITHOUT sponsorship *Candidate will be required to come onsite to pick up equipment and for occasional training. This is REQUIRED 12 months contract The primary objective of the Information Technology Unit is to deliver quality Application Development and Support and Web services through effective systems architecting and planning, project initiation, business analysis, requirements definition, systems design, systems development, systems implementation, on-going maintenance and enhancement, effective problem identification and resolution, production service and support, and systems administration support tasks to ensure computer applications will assist DOC in achieving its day-to-day mission. Purpose of Position: • Ensures compliance with the VITA project management standards and procedures for development, enhancement, and deployment of applications developed or procured by ITU to deliver services that satisfy user requirements and ITU established standards;, • provides project planning and management,, • ensures production of quality deliverables through the coordination of requirements to test output,, • develops detailed knowledge and functional area expertise of business processes for supported DOC units;, • participates in teams and maintains positive, professional relationships with colleagues and customers;, • demonstrates initiative, timeliness, self-professional development, Skills and Experience • Expert and applied skill in negotiation, facilitation, and consensus building, • Demonstrated skill in requirements solicitation techniques, • Professional oral and written communications skills, • Project management experience, • Extensive experience managing/collaborating to complete IT projects, • Prefer working knowledge of a variety of Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes including Waterfall, Agile, and Iterative, • Considerable experience, knowledge and understanding of a variety of technologies including .NET, c#, Microsoft SQL Server, ETL, PowerApps, Business Objects, relational databases, hardware, telecommunications, messaging, network protocols, CRM, • Prefer experience, knowledge and understanding with web application development/GUI development, reporting, data movement (Batch, Web Services), reporting, data warehousing, • Prefer experience with data analysis, data profiling, mapping and validation, • Prefer bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Information Technology or a related field or equivalent training or experience Job Description 1. Project Management, Planning and Analysis: • Assist in the planning of changes to systems and implementation of new systems., • Analyze VADOC Policies and Procedure to identify agency needs related to systems., • Elicit and document technical and business requirements., • Evaluate the impact of system changes on DOC Policy., • Manage expectations of change sponsors and stakeholders., • Serve as a liaison between Virginia Department of Corrections users, ITU and vendors. 2. System Testing: • Assess, test and report on system application and enhancements., • Create test schedules and strategies in accordance with project scope and delivery dates., • Analyze impact of testing defects and recommend corrective action to stakeholders and software vendor., • Test system applications to identify defects (regression testing), and tests system enhancements to ensure agency needs are met. 3. System Deployment: • Execute program enhancements., • Coordinate project release communication to all stakeholders, their contingency plans and conduct release meetings with key stakeholders. 4. Collaboration: • Partner with internal and external resources., • Work with other leadership teams to identify and resolve cross-divisional issues. 5. Training • Provide training to end users., • Assess training needs based on user knowledge and system applications., • Implement and evaluate training materials to ensure staff can independently use the system. #TB_E#ZR Skills:SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof ExperienceExpertise RatingMoveMust be able to be hired directly by the agency WITHOUT sponsorshipRequiredExpert and applied skill in negotiation, facilitation, and consensus buildingRequired5YearsDemonstrated skill in requirements solicitation techniquesRequired5YearsProfessional oral and written communications skillsRequired5YearsProject management experienceRequired5YearsPrefer working knowledge of a variety of Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes including Waterfall, Agile, and IterativeHighly desired5YearsConsiderable experience, knowledge and understanding of a variety of technologies: .NET, c#, Microsoft SQL Server, ETL, BizTalkDesiredConsiderable experience, knowledge and understanding of a variety of technologies: Microstrategy, relational databases, hardware, telecommunicationsDesiredConsiderable experience, knowledge and understanding of a variety of technologies: messaging, network protocols, DynamicsDesiredPrefer experience, knowledge and understanding with web application development/GUI development, reporting, data movement, reporting, data warehousingDesiredPrefer experience with data analysis, data profiling, mapping and validationDesiredPrefer bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Information Technology or a related field or equivalentDesired Global Candidate Requirements: Global Candidate Requirements Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Questions: Question 1 Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you accept this requirement? Question 2 Please list candidate's email address. Question 3 In what city/state does candidate reside? Question 4 Is your candidate able to be hired directly by the Commonwealth of VA WITHOUT sponsorship? This is REQUIRED. Please email me if you have questions around this requirement. Question 5 Is your candidate willing and able to interview and work on site as required by the agency? Question 6 Is your candidate able to pick up their equipment on site if hired? Agency Interview Type: In Person Only Work Arrangement: Hybrid Why TalentBurst? At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth. Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options. TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. Company DescriptionFounded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CAFounded in 2002 by three former Monster.com executives; TalentBurst is an award-winning full-service Staffing Firm working directly with Fortune 500 companies in the US and Canada. We specialize in Contract and Contract to Permanent roles across many industries and have direct/contractual relationships with all our clients. Please visit our website or come meet us at our offices in Natick, MA, Miami, FL, Christiansburg, VA, Vineland, NJ, Houston, TX & downtown San Francisco, CA