Business Analyst - Remote

S R INTERNATIONAL INC • Phoenix, AZ

13h • Remote

About The Position

The Business Analyst will support the myDEQ Web Application Development Team, collaborating with environmental subject matter experts and software developers to build web-based tools that support Arizona DEQ’s mission. The role is remote-local and requires the employee to be local to Phoenix, Arizona. The contract runs through June 30, 2027, with a possible contract-to-hire opportunity; candidates must be eligible to convert to full-time employment. The stated rate is $59 per hour on W2, all inclusive. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., 40 hours per week.

The Business Analyst documents and communicates requirements, business rules, and user stories; works with ADEQ Air, Water, and Waste divisions and the development team to shape web-based solutions; and serves as a liaison between business and technical teams. The role also involves testing, raising defects, demonstrating user acceptance criteria to stakeholders, and analyzing processes to recommend improvements. Candidates must be eager to learn, think critically and creatively, and adapt to new technologies. Background checks and drug screenings are required, including HireRight and Global ID facial biomatrix screening. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or Green Card holders; sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Experience with SQL and Jira.
• Proficiency in writing user stories and defining User Acceptance Criteria (UAC).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Computer Science, Environmental Science, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong documentation, communication, teamwork, and time management skills.
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Must be local to Phoenix, Arizona.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Green Card holder; no sponsorship is available.
• Must be eligible to convert to full-time employment.
• Must complete required background checks and drug screenings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Miro, Kiro, and Figma.
• Experience sketching concepts and creating wireframes.
• Experience in environmental or governance regulation work.
• Eagerness to learn, think critically and creatively, and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Document and communicate business requirements, business rules, and user stories.
• Collaborate with ADEQ staff in the Air, Water, and Waste divisions and the development team to design web-based solutions.
• Serve as a liaison between business and technical teams.
• Conduct testing, raise defects, and demonstrate user acceptance criteria to stakeholders.
• Analyze processes and recommend improvements to solve problems.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level