Business Analyst II (4211)

Word & Brown Companies•Orange, CA

12d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Business Analyst (BA 2) provides analysis and recommendations to improve business efficiency and/or business process improvements. The BA 2 will analyze business needs, determine core competencies; and work in close association with the IT to get the business requests completed. The BA 2 will function to translate business needs into requirements specifications and ensure the project scope aligns with project vision and budgetary requirements. The BA 2 will work with the development team to ensure business requirements are understood. PMD is looking to hire someone with adequate business knowledge, excellent communication, and strong analytical skills.

Requirements

Excellent written communication – Ability to write clearly and effectively and to document requirements that are unambiguous, realistic, and testable.
3+ years of project management experience required.
Utilize Microsoft Office toolset.
Ability to quickly gain an understanding of the business and be able to effectively represent the business interests to the project team.
Effectively communicate with and between various interest groups – some having opposing priorities and interests.
Possess a clear understanding of software development processes and procedures (SDLC).
Ability to manage business stakeholder expectations and multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Previous Business Analysis or Choice Administrator business knowledge and experience is preferred
Health insurance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Succinctly describe a business need; determine whether it is required or optional.
Ensure that requirements are fully identified and defined.
Conduct one-on-one, small, and large team interviews.
Conceptualize and define the scope of a project.
Gain an understanding of the breadth of requirements and be able to effectively explain them without getting lost in the details.
Perform gap analysis as required
Document business requirements on the PMD-approved BRD templates
Prioritize requirements and ensure focus is on key business needs.
Participate in joint sessions with developers and other project team members. (Backlog Grooming, Sprint Prioritization, and Daily Scrum Meetings)
Document Smoke Testing scenarios and participate in smoke testing efforts
Create User Training material as required
Meet deliverable deadlines.
Represent the project team’s interest in the business and manage user expectations.
Support Project Planning and Reporting activities.
Ensure business satisfaction and manage expectations.
Clear PMD roadblocks.
On-site regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
Performs other business tasks or functions as assigned.