Business Analyst

Initial Posting Date: 03/14/2023 Application Deadline: 04/04/2023 Agency: Oregon State Treasury Salary Range: $5,396 - $8,292 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Business Analyst Job Description: Are you someone interested in growing as a Business Analyst? Are you interested in a position where you get to put your analytical and teamwork skills to use in a positive and meaningful way through public service? Are you looking for a position with an organization that promotes work/life balance and is committed to respectful and inclusive work environment? Are you looking to join a small but mighty team that is collaborative, collegial, and fun? If so, we want to hear from you! Oregon State Treasury is recruiting for the position of Business Analyst. This position will be involved with analyzing business needs and supporting leaders around Treasury in achieving their initiatives through business analysis, project management, and system improvement. This position works as part of a four-person team within our Risk and Resiliency department. Some of the business analyst projects have included the construction of the Treasury Resiliency Building at Mill Creek, a disaster-resistant building, and the transition of a statewide program, including it’s personnel, to Treasury from another state agency. One of the current initiatives for this department is providing project management services for the development of the Net Zero Investment Plan for the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) investment portfolio. The goal of this recruitment is to fill the position within the job classification of Operations and Policy Analyst 3. However, there is also an option to underfill. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications for an Operations and Policy Analyst 2, as we may consider under-filling. Under-filling will not exceed 24 months. Minimum qualifications for both the Operations and Policy Analyst 3 and the Operations and Policy Analyst 2 are listed below. This position is a SEIU represented position. Work Schedule This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid (remote and in-office) work location schedule; in-office work will be predominately from Treasury’s office in Salem. The schedule will be approximately 90 % time spent remote with a minimum of eight times per year in-office presence, spread over each quarter of the year. Salary Range Operations and Policy Analyst 2 $56,316-$86,160 annually Operations and Policy Analyst 3 $64,752-$99,504 annually Summary of Position Responsibilities Lead efforts to determine root of complex problems and requests, research and interpret laws, rules or policies affecting statewide initiatives and proposals, participate in the creation of business/technology visions that promote operational change, and support and implement strong organizational change management practices. Works with business process owners to identify process improvement opportunities and providing guidance and context in determining complexity. Conduct or lead teams to conduct research and analysis, fit/gap analysis, and other process improvements Conducts analysis and evaluation of data, supporting business case development, facilitating requirements elicitation and documentation activities, leading business process/workflow analysis and fit/gap analysis, communicating business requirements to users and technical support team members, assisting in Request for Proposal (RFP) and contract preparation, and any other support deemed necessary for project success. Elicit and document project requirements, coordinating between vendors and Treasury staff, facilitating the testing and validation of solutions, and providing change management services. Lead business process/workflow analysis and fit/gap analysis. Provide documentation support to agency divisions by; creating and maintaining project templates, identifying documentation needed for a project, assisting in the completion of documents, and preparing documentation in a detailed and professional manner. Minimum Qualifications for Our Position Operations and Policy Analyst 2 A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work; OR Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of experience relevant to the position. Operations and Policy Analyst 3 A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science, or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills for the classification; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work; OR Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience relevant to the position. Ideal Candidate Desired Attributes & Desired Experience Business Analysis experience (project, program, or operations). Experience in business and organizational system improvement. Creating, analyzing, and researching design requirements. Strong analytical skills and experience integrating data and information from multiple sources, across programs and departments, and in decision-making. Curious about broader operational processes and programs. Ability to synthesize large amounts of information, think critically, communicate complex ideas in a meaningful way, and be able to lead collaborative problem-solving and solution driven discussions. Outstanding relationship management skills including the ability to understand customer needs, build trusted relationships and to interact professionally on all levels. Demonstrated communication skills centered on effective listening, mediation, presentation, and consumer-centric writing. Ability to be adaptable, flexible, and work in a quick paced environment or hybrid environment. Ability to collaborate across boundaries to build inclusive partnerships with other divisions. Ability to apply equity, intersectional, and anti-racist lens to projects. High emotional intelligence and self-awareness, skill in social perceptiveness by being aware of yours and others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Demonstrates empathy and self-awareness. Training or familiarity in a formalized Change Management methodology (e.g. Prosci). Familiarity with formalized Project Management methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft 365: Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams. Holds a IIBA or PMI – PBA Business Analyst certification. Important Application Details To apply and be considered for this position, you are required to upload your resume, and a cover letter that clearly describes the following: Your business analysis experience Your knowledge of business analysis principles, processes, and techniques Any experience gathering, monitoring, validating, identifying, or valuing requirements. Any experience performing assessments such as needs, problem, or stakeholder analysis. Any experience being on a project team experience. Failure to submit the required resume and cover letter may remove your application from consideration. We will accept applications through the job announcement closing date, however, we may close this recruitment early, if we receive a well-qualified applicant pool. If interested, please apply early. Benefits of Joining Our Team Low employee premium share for medical, dental, vision, and basic employee life (1% or 5% employee share); Robust paid leave package, such as vacation, personal business, holidays, sick leave, and special holiday leave; PERS retirement benefits; Support with training and development; Student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF); Optional benefits include optional life, short & long term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, Oregon Savings Growth Plan (deferred compensation plan), flexible spending accounts, long term care insurance, employee assistance program, weight watchers, and more! About Oregon State Treasury Oregon State Treasury is focused on improving the financial well-being of all Oregonians. We provide low-cost programs for governments, and empower Oregonians to invest in themselves and their loved ones for a more secure future. We are committed to cultivating a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We value and support the collective differences in who we are and celebrate the fact that everyone comes to the table as their own unique individual. We believe this commitment empowers our success and makes Oregon State Treasury an excellent place to work. As Treasury employees, our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion makes this a safe environment for us to ask questions, learn, and grow, and helps us to better serve Oregonians. Oregon State Treasury is led by State Treasurer Tobias Read. As Treasurer, he is the state’s financial leader, the custodian of public funds and chief investment officer. We prioritize investing for the long term, doing business the right way, and empowering Oregonians to invest in themselves. We're proud of the work we do to help families, governments, and businesses succeed. Our Values and Principles INTEGRITY---INNOVATION---DIVERSITY---TRUST---PROFESSIONALISM---ACCESSIBILITY Please visit the following webpage to learn more about Oregon State Treasury: https://www.oregon.gov/treasury/Pages/index.aspx Special Information Prospective employees are subject to an extensive background check that may include, but not be limited to, validation of all application materials, prior employment and personal references, credit history, driving records and fingerprint-based state and federal criminal and civil records. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification. Oregon State Treasury does not offer visa sponsorships, and within three days of hire, the successful candidate will be required to complete the U.S. Department of Homeland Security form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. To receive preference you MUST attach appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services at the following website: Veterans Resources. You may also call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at 1-800-692-9666. OST is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to a diverse workforce. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Oregon State Treasury will provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please call Oregon State Treasury at 503-378-4000 and request to be connected to Human Resources. Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce. If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. 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