Business Analyst

Business Analyst

  Not Disclosed

  Chicago, IL (100% Remote)

  5.5 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Education

  $61.66/hour - $66.66/hour

Job Description

• The client seeks to contract an experienced Business Analyst.

• Reporting to the Manager, IT Business Partnership, the Senior Business Analyst is responsible for summarizing the overall function of the position and its department.

The Senior Business Analyst will be held accountable to the following responsibilities:

Advanced Requirements Management:

• Act as a strategic partner to business units by eliciting, analysing, prioritizing, and documenting complex business requirements for the Transportation project that contribute to client’s mission.
• Ensure solutions are technically sound and align with client’s broader goals, including the 5-Year Plan and other strategic initiatives.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication:

• Serve as a key point of contact between the Transportation team and ITS project teams, ensuring that stakeholder needs are met while aligning projects with client's district-wide objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client leadership and the Transportation team, facilitating ongoing communication and problem-solving.

Business Case Development & Decision Support:

• Facilitate the creation of detailed business cases, cost-benefit analyses, process flow diagrams, and options evaluations to support strategic decision-making at client.

Project Oversight & Operational Efficiency:

• Engage leadership in validating and approving requirements to ensure satisfaction and value delivery.
• Monitor testing and validation processes to ensure that all solutions meet agreed upon requirements and are thoroughly vetted before implementation.

Continuous Improvement & Documentation:

• Own the documentation of critical business processes, process flow diagrams, requirements, and lessons learned, ensuring that client benefits from ongoing process improvements and knowledge transfer.

Performance Milestones:

• Complete onboarding and training, including any certification requirements, to achieve business analysis certification if not already achieved.
• Participate in weekly check-ins with the Manager of, IT Business Partnership to report on progress, challenges, and accomplishments.
• Provide weekly progress reports on all projects, including time spent, challenges encountered, and status updates.
• Establish strong relationships with business units to enhance collaboration and ensure alignment with client-specific tools and practices.

Key Deliverables:

• Business Case to support strategic decision-making.
• Requirements Traceability Matrix ensuring that all business needs are met.
• Stakeholder Analysis and Risk Assessments to manage project complexity.
• Business Process Models and Data Flow Diagrams to ensure a clear understanding of processes and integrations.
• Test Plans to help ensure the successful implementation of the software

• In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Senior Business Analyst must possess the following qualifications:

Type of Education Required:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.

Type of Experience and Number of Years:

• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, preferably within the public sector or large institutions.
• 5+ years of experience in information technology, preferably within the public sector or large institutions.
• 5+ years of experience with transportation industry, preferably within the public sector.
• Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and cross functional teams.
• Proficiency in developing business cases, conducting feasibility studies, and facilitating project documentation.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business terms
• Very strong writing abilities
• Very strong ability to create presentations with a quality design
• Expertise in Google Suite
• Expertise in business analysis tools (e.g., process modelling, requirements documentation, project management software)
• Ability to handle competing priorities and ensure on-time project delivery
• Familiarity with IT project management methodologies (e.g., Agile)

Note :

This is a full-time remote position (8:30 am to 4:30 pm, M-F, CST).
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.