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State of Utah - Jobs Senior Business Analyst in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
The Office of Recovery Services (ORS) is looking for a Senior Business Analyst to work with a fantastic team in Taylorsville. If you are are interested in troubleshooting,identifying issues with the computer network and software,working with computer and network security to meet IRS regulations,and receiving on-the-job-training,this job is for you!
Experience a positive work-life balance,with a Monday through Friday (8am - 5pm) work schedule and excellent benefits! *Principal Duties * This is a job focused on imaging technology. Technology experience and ORS operational experience is beneficial,however,not required. We will train and create learning opportunities for the right candidate. This is a senior level job. The Senior Business Analyst typically performs activities which may include: the utilization of computer software programs to store data,retrieve stored data,analyze retrieved data,and arrange results in a format that effectively supports the organization's production activities. They coordinate the use of information analysis related hardware,software,and data with the organization's employees and/or the public; interface with data processing users to automate applications and/or resolve application and operating problems; help customers identify better ways to utilize the system's capabilities; estimate project costs; assure deadlines are met; negotiate common standards for data formats; assess needs for data analysis related hardware,software,and data; and make recommendations to management for improving and/or maintaining effective information analysis support for the organization. Senior Business Analysts at this level resolve complex operation and/or data processing issues and may monitor system performance. They make recommendations for enhancements; review systems to ensure compliance with procedures,policies,regulations; and facilitate/chair work groups,etc. The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is self-motivated,has a desire to learn new technologies,and has proficient experience with PC's,scanners,and business and financial analysis. The Senior Business Analyst also performs the following tasks:
- Adapts automated system(s) to accommodate special and complex agency needs; designs or enhances agency unique automated systems to interface with existing systems as needed.
- Anticipates the impact that new or modified software will have on existing standards and systems.
- Identifies problems or potential problem areas and recommends solutions.
- Selects testing methods to evaluate the success of both software upgrades and modifications.
- Plans and manages projects and/or programs. Writes (or discusses) project/program plan(s),recommendation(s) and/or finding(s).
- Facilitates/Chai rs work groups,teams,and/or meetings. Creates a positive environment,evaluates group processes,recommends solutions or alternatives,etc.
- Audits and reviews systems and practices to ensure compliance with procedures,regulations and standards.
- Reviews and/or inspects work for quality,accuracy,and completeness.
- Recommends user level computer system enhancements to better meet customer needs.
- Monitors and evaluates operations,programs,processes and/or practices for quality and effectiveness; makes recommendations for improvement.
- Monitors system performance to ensure proper operation and identify possible problem areas.
A written assignment will be used as the first step in the hiring process
The Ideal Candidate The model candidate for this position is someone who:
- is self-motivated
- has a desire to learn new technologies
- is detailed oriented
- enjoys helping people with computers
- is able to multi-task
- has proficient experience with PC's and scanners
- has proficient experience wi h business and financial analysis
- has excellent oral and written communication skills
- has excellent problem solving and research skills
Preference Preference may be given to candidates who have:
- professional work experience in business and/or financial analysis
- proficient experience with computer systems
Why You Should Join Our Team We host a variety of applications offering a challenging work environment and opportunity to work with the newest technology the State of Utah has acquired. Join us and work in a fast-paced ever-changing environment. This is an opportunity for advancement and to branch out into a new area,along with the satisfaction of helping the agency you serve. You will work with a fantastic team and grow with the agency. *The Agency *The Office of Recovery Services is a division within the Department of Health and Human Services. For more information on the Office of Recovery Services,please click here.