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The current recruitment is for a full-time vacancy; however, this recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list to fill possible future grant funded vacancies.
First review of applications will be Monday, April 1, 2024 and weekly thereafter until filled.
A Business Analyst is responsible for performing business and systems analysis; identifying design and development of technical specifications and related documentation; identifying areas of efficiencies and insufficiencies; and developing and presenting business process change recommendations and technology recommendations for the department. Employees in this classification also provide direction to internal staff and business partners as it relates to process analysis and requirement gathering for multi-function or highly complex customer solutions. Additional responsibilities include: conducting fit/gap analysis, to include assessing and addressing organizational change management needs, business process optimization, and system requirements; creating test scripts and following quality assurance (QA) processes resulting in increased percentage of successful implemented changes and reduction in defects; performing work on one or more assignments simultaneously such as development, integration, testing, and resolution of process mapping/workflow analysis for enterprise services; understanding relationships and deciphering complex data using SQL or other technical tools and techniques; evaluating reporting needs, identifying and/or creating appropriate queries, reports, or other mechanisms given multiple, complex data sources (example: individual database, data warehouses, and other enterprise data sources); developing and monitoring procedures to maintain data security and integrity; and working closely with managers to develop strategic and tactical plans for business technology needs. This class performs related duties as required.
About the Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is familiar with the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) with proven experience in business analysis and has demonstrated the ability to capture user requirements and effectively communicate requirements to IT development and delivery teams. The candidate should be familiar with technical concepts, project planning, testing, and execution. The candidate is business minded, energetic, and data-driven with strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. In addition, the individual is proactive, works autonomously, and balances multiple tasks/priorities to meet deadlines. The candidate produces clear and informative communication to City of Mesa staff at all levels of the organization.
Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a technology-related study. Considerable (3 -5 years) professional experience in business and systems analysis, including research methodologies and business process modeling.
Special Requirements. For this position, an individual receiving a conditional offer of employment from the City of Mesa must pass a background investigation through the City of Mesa Police Department, the Arizona Department of Public Safety, and Federal Bureau of Investigation prior to commencing employment with the City of Mesa (by assignment).
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Project Management Institute, Professional in Business Analysis (PMI-PBA), or a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification is preferred. Proficiency with Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK).
Full Time
$87k-105k (estimate)
03/16/2024
05/09/2024
mesaaz.gov
MESA, AZ
3,000 - 7,500
1878
MICHAEL BROWN
$500M - $1B
Located just southeast of Phoenix, Mesa is one of the nation's fastest-growing cities. It is the third-largest city in Arizona and the nation's 36th-largest city. With affordable housing, superior schools, low crime rate and a multitude of recreational options, Mesa offers a highly attractive lifestyle. That is why nearly 500,000 people call Mesa home. City of Mesa operates under the council-manager form of government. Six members of the City Council are elected by district, with a Mayor elected at-large to a four-year term. Mesa provides a full array of municipal services including electric, ...gas, water, and solid waste utilities, and is proud to offer recreation and cultural opportunities such as Spring Training facilities, golf courses, libraries, museums, a cemetery, an amphitheater, and a convention center. Nearly 4,000 people work for the City, providing vital services to the residents of Mesa. Employees enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including a defined-benefit retirement plan, paid vacation, sick and holiday time off, health/dental/vision/life/commuter insurance and a no-cost Wellness Center. Mesa fosters a workplace culture that prioritizes knowledge, respect, and integrity, and the City of Mesa is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity at all levels of its workforce.
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