Senior Business Analyst
Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB
•CA$82,168 - CA$107,710•Onsite
About The Position
The Strategic Data, Analytics and Business Services Branch within the Ministry of ALSS is searching for a strategic thinker with a passion for Business Intelligence (BI) and data-driven decision-making to join as a Senior Business Analyst. The Senior Business Analyst plays a pivotal role in advancing the ministry’s BI Strategy. This position is at the heart of our efforts to modernize systems, leverage advanced analytics tools like AI and machine learning, and deliver actionable insights that drive organizational success.
Requirements
- University graduation in a related field (Business, Computer Science) plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience as a Business Analyst, preferable in Business Intelligence (BI); or equivalent.
- Demonstrated knowledge of BI technologies, preferably Microsoft BI tools (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS and Power BI).
- Demonstrated knowledge of programming languages such as SQL and R.
- Demonstrated knowledge of AI and machine learning models, algorithms, training, deployment and tools.
- Experience in project management, change management, systems development, systems modernization, and data warehouse management.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Strong facilitation, coordination, risk management, and governance-support capabilities.
- Knowledge of the department's goals, programs, policies and organizational structure.
- Ability to lead without formal authority, influence diverse partners, and communicate with tact and judgment.
Responsibilities
- Provide expert business analysis services for complex BI initiatives.
- Lead the development of BI solutions, from project planning to implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities.
- Collaborate with program areas, data architects, and developers to translate business needs into effective BI products.
- Drive modernization efforts, transitioning legacy systems to modern enterprise platforms while ensuring business continuity and data integrity.
- Facilitate workshops and strategic discussions with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements.
- Design and execute change management strategies to promote adoption and readiness across divisions and partners.
- Support the development and testing of analytics and reporting solutions using tools such as Power BI, SQL, and R.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
- Leadership and mentorship programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
