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No of position :- ( 1 )
Post :- 30th Jan 2024
Position Overview
Posting Title
Lead Business Analyst
# of Positions
1
Desired Career Level
Advanced
Education Level
Bachelors
Contract Start Date
2/1/2024
ASAP
Contract End Date
1/31/2025
Project Name
Pathways Mississippi
Requesting Agency
MS Dept of Child Protection Services
Work Location
Onsite 1 week per month
Remote Option
Remote 3 weeks per month
3. Position Description and Job Skill Set
Description of the job functions the contractor will be expected to perform.
Collaborate with MDCPS functional leads and SMEs to understand, index, and document future-state Business Processes using industry-standard notations (e.g., BPMN)
Build Methods and Procedures Documentation for specific tasks within a business process where step-by-step instructions are required
Analyze future-state workflows for improvement and optimization opportunities
Work closely with MDCPS and vendor project teams (Development, OCM, Testing, Training, etc.) to ensure that Business Process documentation aligns with project objectives and timelines
Provide expertise in process mapping, modeling techniques, and best practices – transition knowledge and documentation to MDCPS at the close of the project
Conduct workshops and interviews where required to address potential gaps in future-state Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures documentation
Support the implementation of process improvements by providing guidance and documentation to relevant stakeholders
Manage project “open items” pertaining to Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures to closure leveraging Business Process Flows and Methods & Procedures documents of record
Manage interim process design and maintenance where temporary alterations in a standard Business Process may be required to manage anticipated system downtime or workarounds for production defects
Maintain Business Process and Methods & Procedures documents of record for the project team Lead a team of business analysts performing similar duties
Required Skills/Experience
Provide the minimum required skills and/or experience the contractor must possess to qualify for this position. These requirements will be transferred to the Score Sheet and candidates without these requirements reflected on their resume will NOT be presented to the manager for consideration.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field Proven experience as a Business Process Modeler or similar role
Proficiency in using business process modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, or dedicated BPM tools) Strong understanding of business process modeling notations, particularly BPMN
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and collaboration abilities
Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, CMMI) is preferred
State Government experience and specific experience in DHS or Child Welfare domains is preferred Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality deliverables
Experience leading a team of business analysts performing similar duties
Preferred/Not Required
Provide any skills/experience that would be helpful for the candidate to possess but not required. Examples: Previous supervisory experience, WebLogic experience helpful, etc.
Experience working on child welfare projects