Business Analyst - Workforce Development

GEOGRAPHIC SOLUTIONS INC•Palm Harbor, FL

34d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role supports the Business Analyst team by documenting existing systems, updating functional specifications, and navigating system workflows. It requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills to manage business analysis, define requirements, build test plans, and coordinate stakeholders. The position also involves leading projects and Business Analyst teams, developing policies and procedures, and translating legacy systems into Geographic Solutions platforms. Familiarity with unemployment insurance, labor market systems, and job services is essential. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and sound judgment are key to success under general supervision. THIS IS CURRENTLY A HYBRID POSITION. CANDIDATE MUST WILLING TO WORK AT THE CORPORATE OFFICE IN PALM HARBOR, FL. MINIMUM OF 2 DAYS A WEEK.

Requirements

Possess basic knowledge of both project management and the software development lifecycle (SDLC) of large-scale development projects
Less than 2 years of Business Analyst experience or equivalent combination of education and technical or industry experience (Workforce, UI, Adult Ed, Vocational Rehabilitation, etc.) in relationship to development and implementation of software solutions
SQL server skills are a plus
Possess core skills such as critical thinking, communication, and Problem solving
Basic understanding of how to track data through the database as it relates to the application and when required federal reporting requirements
Possess a general understanding of application programming, database, and system design
Understanding of Internet, Intranet, Extranet, and client/server architectures
Ability to analyze system requirements relative to the base software functionality and configuration
General knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Word and Excel
Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
Strong oral and written communication skills with attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assists the Business Analyst team with documenting the existing as-is system navigating various paths through the system, capturing screen shots, and updating functional specifications as needed
Analyze business and user needs, document requirements and translate both into proper specifications/Agile Requirements Document (ARD) for each project
Coordinate and meet with clients and business leaders, as well as work closely with software architects and development teams to identify and document the direction, scope, and dependencies of the project
Translate business requirements into concise system requirements for use by the software architects and development teams
Understanding multiple functional areas related to complex projects and the ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements using technology is critical
Foster productive communication between technical and non-technical audiences to ensure that technology solutions fulfil business needs.
Identify, document and diagram business requirements and processes
Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices
Participate in preparing and conducting system demonstrations for existing and/or potential clients
Collaborate with Proposal Team to assist with responses for proposal, responses for information and boiler plates
Manage queue workload, adhere to acceptable timelines, provide current updates and estimated time of arrival (ETA) for assigned tasks in the Online Project Communicator (OPC)
Assist with validation and testing of interfaces written to the design specification