It Business Analyst - Its3

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Join the 2,000+ professionals who are bringing strategic vision to state government as part of Minnesota's information technology agency. Work for Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) and be part of a cutting-edge organization that is emerging as a national leader in government IT. This position exists to serve our partners at the Department of Public Safety (DPS). The MNIT DPS team provides technical support to an agency dedicated to prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, enforcement and education. The team manages a large number of applications to serve 15 diverse public safety divisions located across Minnesota.

Our culture promotes collaboration, demands continuous improvement and encourages innovation in IT delivery. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT DPS.

Working Title: IT Business Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Division/Unit: Minnesota Department of Public Safety
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Closing Date: 05/02/2023
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Date Posted: 04/19/2023
• Classified Status: Classified
• Telework Eligible: Yes - see below
• Travel Required: No
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Job Class Option: Business Analyst
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
• Salary Range: $29.83 - $49.03 / hourly; $62,285 - $102,374 / annually
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

As an IT Business Analyst, you will perform IT business analysis functions supporting the development of DPS IT projects. You will use a set of tasks and techniques to successfully act as a liaison among stakeholders in order to understand the structure, policies and operations of an organization to document requirements and to recommend solutions that enable projects to be successful and goals to be met. You will also work as a liaison between IT and business representatives, analyzing business activities and presenting the findings for analysis of solutions to purchase, implement, or develop. This includes working with development team members or vendors by collaborating on the development, testing, deployment and adoption of solutions. In addition, you will be responsible for communicating and consulting with system user populations concerning system changes and implementation planning for changes and releases.

At this time, this position requires an employee to be onsite at the work location 1 day per week. Telework for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a remote telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume:

This position requires a minimum of three (3) years of experience in performing IT business analysis functions.

**Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history verification**

It is the policy of the Minnesota IT Services that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Employment Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only) Criminal History Check
• Fingerprinting Background
• Other legally required records checks
• Education Verification

Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team with lead work and mentoring skills
• ITIL foundation certificate
• Experience with at least one application development methodology of Waterfall, Rational Unified Process, or Agile (Scrum/Kanban) Experience gathering and communicating business needs and functional requirements via one or more of the following: High Level Requirements, Use Cases, Specifications, User Stories, Business Process Models, UML Diagrams, and Wireframes
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field
• Experience providing end user support
• Ability to communicate clearly, present complex information to users in a comprehensive style, and translate technical and system information for non-technical stakeholders
• Business analysis experience sufficient to qualify for IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) CCBA (Certification of Competency in Business Analysis) exam or currently CCBA certified
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in problem definition, information gathering and research, alternatives analysis, applying creative solutions to unique and/or immediate problems, and appropriate resolution implementation
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple deadlines and work independently, define problems as they arise, and recommend alternative solutions
• Experience with complex security models

How to Apply

This vacancy is open for bids and all qualified applicants simultaneously. This vacancy will be filled in accordance with applicable union contract provisions. Current employees of Minnesota IT Services who are currently in an Information Technology Specialist 3/Business Analyst position and who are eligible to bid and apply within the seven (7) day bidding period will be considered prior to filling the position via other means.

Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

To be considered for any Veteran's Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.
RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. To qualify, you must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien; and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: [email protected]. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your consideration for an interview under this legislation.

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if you: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation by the closing date
to: [email protected]

If you have questions about the position, contact Jolene Blaser at [email protected].

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Jolene Blaser at [email protected].

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Vision coverage
• Training and professional development
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Paid parental leave
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Prescription drug coverage
• Public pension plan
• Dependent care spending account

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.