Business Strategy Analyst jobs in Sitka, AK

What you will be doing:
At the Business Analyst 1 level, the incumbent will work under the guidance of the Systems Security section lead to perform systems and user audits, configuration, and testing activities for administrative systems under the purview of the Division of Finance (DOF).

At the Business Analyst 2 level, the incumbent will work on audits, configuration, and testing activities with minimal guidance from the Systems Security section lead. Working independently, the incumbent of this position will also be responsible for reviewing, entering, and authorizing all user security actions for the administrative systems under the purview of DOF. The incumbent will be expected to provide support for all areas of responsibility in the DOF Systems Security section and be able to serve as acting lead in times when the section lead is out of the office or otherwise unavailable.

The incumbent will also work on special projects the section supports, such as robotic process automation (RPA) projects to input information into the State's accounting and HR/Payroll Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution and support efficiency initiatives like onboarding.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The mission of the Division of Finance is to provide accounting, payroll, and travel services for State government. We are a welcoming community of accountants, analysts, technicians, and payroll specialists and administration. We conduct the State's financial business with integrity, accountability, and a spirit of continuous improvement.

Our values are: work-life balance, intellectual curiosity, learning from experience, technical competency, and working together toward a shared set of goals while expressing individuality.

The benefits of joining our team:
Few opportunities in government provide the chance to work in multiple functional areas across every department in the State of Alaska. Each day provides new challenges and excitement. The Division of Finance is truly a dynamic place to work.

The working environment you can expect:
You will enjoy a workplace with a view of Juneau's beautiful downtown scenery. Located on the 10th floor of the State Office Building, you are within close walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, and numerous nature trails. We maintain a friendly and flexible work culture that believes in work/life balance. Currently flexible work schedules and telework options are available, but the frequency or duration of that availability may change depending on current world events.

Who we are looking for:
In order to be successful in this position, our ideal applicant will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities and experience:

• Good organization skills for logging and filing requests.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Ability to accurately enter data in multiple systems.
• Ability to comprehend data from multiple sources and understand dependencies and relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including understanding advanced formulas and functions.
• Basic working knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) select statements and queries will be very helpful for the successful incumbent of this position.

If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please submit an application through Workplace Alaska.

Two years of advanced professional experience in an administrative field such as procurement, accounting, human resources, computer and information systems, and so on.

Substitution:

Graduate or upper-division post-secondary education in accounting, finance, business administration, business management, marketing, economics, statistics, computer and information science, logistics, information systems management, or similar coursework will substitute for up to one year of the required advanced professional experience (2.67 semester/4 quarter undergraduate hours equal one month. 2 semester/3 quarter graduate hours equal one month).

Special Note:

Recruitment and selection shall be limited to candidates with knowledge and experience in a specific specialized area. Such restriction shall be noted in the recruitment announcement.

At time of interview, please provide the following:

• Copies of your two (2) most recent performance evaluations.
• Three (3) professional references we may contact by phone, one (1) of which must be a current or former supervisor, if not already provided in the application.
• A copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay; please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcripts) is used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY
This recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants must meet Alaska Residency Requirements in order to be considered for employment at this time.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Applications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE
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The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Eleven paid holidays a year