Business Data Analyst

Level Description

8 or more years of experience, relies on experience

and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of

complicated tasks, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Job Description

Understands business objectives and problems,

identifies alternative solutions, performs studies and cost / benefit analysis of

alternatives. Analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate

processing or to improve existing computer system : Confers with personnel of

organizational units involved to analyze current operational procedures,

identify problems, and learn specific input and output requirements, such as

forms of data input, how data is to be; summarized, and formats for reports.

Writes detailed description of user needs, program functions, and steps

required to develop or modify computer program. Reviews computer system

capabilities, specifications, and scheduling limitations to determine if

requested program or program change is possible within existing system.

Additional job details and special considerations

The Business Data Analyst will primarily focus on

analyzing existing business requirements to understand current functionalities,

data flows, and pain points. The role will then leverage this understanding to

elicit and write comprehensive business requirements for new systems or

enhancements. A key responsibility will be translating complex business

needs into clear, actionable requirements. The role must be well -versed in

writing Epics and User Stories, including acceptance criteria, to effectively

communicate functional and non -functional requirements to development and

quality assurance teams. The role will collaborate closely with business

stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to ensure alignment between

business objectives and system capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong data

analysis skills, an ability to document current state processes, and a

proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process and system

improvements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential

for facilitating workshops, gathering information, and presenting findings to

diverse audiences.

II.  CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements :

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the  minimum

stated

requirements (skills / experience) will be displayed to customers but may not

be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required / Preferred

Experience

Required

Hands -on experience as a business data analyst in

the Information Technology industry, demonstrating strong analytical and

documentation skills.

Required

Proven ability to collaborate with technical and

non -technical teams to analyze complex data -driven business problems and

recommend actionable solutions.

Required

Experience designing and optimizing data

workflows and data management processes using modeling or mapping tools.

Required

Well -versed in writing Epics and User Stories,

including acceptance criteria, to effectively communicate functional and

non -functional requirements to development and quality assurance teams

Required

Experience creating and maintaining data -related

documentation including data dictionaries, business requirement documents,

and data mapping specifications.

Required

Experience designing and presenting visual data

models and dashboards to communicate trends, performance, and project

timelines.

Required

Demonstrated ability to lead data -focused

meetings and interviews, document outcomes, and drive resolution of

data -related issues.

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in data science, Computer

Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field.

Equivalent experience may be substituted.

Preferred

Strong multi -tasking skills with the ability to

manage multiple data projects or assignments concurrently.

Preferred

Working knowledge of eligibility rules for SNAP,

Medicaid, and TANF programs, with experience interpreting and applying state

and federal guidelines.

Preferred

Proven experience interpreting and applying

policy within an integrated eligibility case management system.

Preferred

Prior experience in leading and coordinating JAD

sessions.