Senior Business System Analyst

Washington, D.C.

The American Pharmacists Association is the largest association representing pharmacists in all practice settings in the United States and is the only organization advancing the entire pharmacy profession.

Our expert staff, and strong volunteer leadership, including many experienced pharmacists, allow us to deliver vital leadership to help pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, student pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians find success and satisfaction in their work while advocating for changes that benefit them and their patients. From our headquarters in Washington, D.C., APhA prepares members to thrive at every career stage and in every pharmacy setting with world-class continuing education, transformative events, unique practice tools, and timely solutions to complex challenges. We’re committed to helping them deliver outstanding patient care, receive due recognition, and work at a full scope of practice. APhA advocates to give pharmacists a voice in decisions that affect their future while promoting their undeniable value to health care teams. Our goal is to facilitate pharmacists’ delivery of the highest quality patient-centered care.

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT

Collaboration- We strive to produce meaningful products and services in the spirit of trust and partnership throughout the organization. To achieve success, we are flexible, adaptable, open-minded, cooperative, and inclusive.

Accountability- We strive to meet the highest standards of ethical behavior. Equity, integrity, transparency, and personal responsibility drive everything we do. We are good stewards of organizational and human resources, and we are champions for our members and colleagues.

Respect- We are committed to seeking to understand others’ perspectives and appreciating our differences; treating others with consideration, thoughtfulness, and empathy; recognizing, acknowledging, and supporting each other; being fair to and supportive of our colleagues; attentively listening, and communicating tactfully and sensitively.

Excellence- We strive to deliver high-quality, innovative, and best-in-class products and services that offer high value to members and stakeholders. We embrace a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As the Senior Business System Analyst, you will:

The role of the SBSA involves a range of responsibilities centered around bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions. The BSA will do the following:

• Engage with stakeholders, including business users and IT teams, to gather and document detailed business requirements for new projects or system enhancements.
• Analyze existing systems, processes, and workflows to identify areas for improvement, optimization, or automation.
• Create comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, system architecture diagrams, and process flows.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, IT professionals, project managers, and other relevant teams to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Develop test plans, test cases, and conduct testing to ensure that implemented solutions meet specified requirements and are free from defects.
• Facilitate change management processes, including assessing the impact of proposed changes, communicating with stakeholders, and managing the transition to new systems or processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and optimization of existing systems.
• Identify potential risks associated with proposed solutions or changes and develop strategies for mitigation.
• Provide training and support to end-users to ensure a smooth transition to new systems and processes.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
APhA may be the right fit for you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or Information Systems Management
• 5 years of experience in analyzing and documenting business requirements and system specifications in a business environment
• Experience working for an association or professional society, preferred.

Skills, knowledge, and abilities required:

• High level of proficiency with spreadsheets, word processing, and database software and/or business applications including but not limited to Word, MS Access, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and Visio
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and document business processes
• Demonstrated ability to write complete, clear, and accurate requirements and specifications
• Demonstrated ability to develop user test plans
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects
• Experience using reporting/query tools and/or constructing SQL statements preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to understand concepts governing database and software design
• Close attention to detail
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lead and facilitate meetings
• Easily adapts to changing priorities

LOCATION: Washington, DC – Hybrid, two days a week in the office (Tuesday & Thursday)

MORE ABOUT US
APhA offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits program that includes:

• A salary of $102,000-$111,500 that commensurate with experience
• Two Medical Plans (HSA & POS Plan Options Available)
• Free Basic Dental Plan (Employee Coverage Only)
• A Vision plan for as little as $15 per month (All coverage levels)
• Free Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Contributions towards your HSA Account (HSA Health Plans Only)- $750/employee coverage and $1,500/family coverage
• Traditional & Roth 401(K) plans with a 100% match (up to the first 5%) as of your first day of work and;
• A host of other benefits (Paid-Time off, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Legal Support, and much more!

APhA does not make hiring decisions on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, age, disability, veteran status, religion, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work' in the United States on a full-time basis.