Business Analyst - Remote / Telecommute

We are looking for Business Analyst - Remote / Telecommute for our client in Frankfort, KY.

Job Title: Business Analyst - Remote / Telecommute

Job Location: Frankfort, KY

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Pay Range: $30.00hr - $35.00hr

Requirement/Must Have:

• Prior experience in providing business analysis on a large-scale IT system or prior experience determining eligibility or supporting administration for the WIC program.
• Bachelor s degree, or equivalent combination of recent, relevant work experience.
• 3+ years working in a Business Analyst position or 2+ years strong background in the WIC program.
• Experience defining business problems, gathering and documenting requirements, determining business solutions and verifying solutions meet requirements.
• Ability to handle a heavy workload with general direction.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently and in conjunction with team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient problem-solving skills.
• Must be adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of SDLC methodology.
• Relationship management and facilitation skills.
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercising discretion is essential.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the project team, business partners, and system vendor to gather and finalize business requirements.
• Gather information on existing business processes, analyze those processes, and suggest improvements and optimal system design to meet business needs.
• Actively participate in Joint Application Design (JAD) sessions for new systems and new functionality within existing systems.
• Review design documentation drafted by the system vendor for thoroughness and completeness to ensure no gaps in design.
• Draft test plans and test scenarios for the project and participate in system testing.
• Monitor and follow up on Risks, Action Items, and Decision (RAID) items for the project.
• Report on project status regularly to management.
• Collaborate with staff from other divisions on the project.
• Serve as a primary point of contact and Subject Matter Expert (SME) on new system modules and updates.
• Provide Maintenance and Operation Support for new Vendor Management Portal and Local Agency Portal.

Nice to Have:

• Prior experience determining eligibility for or supporting administration of the WIC program is preferred.
• Bachelor s degree.

Skills:

• Business Analysis.
• SDLC methodology.
• Requirement Gathering.
• JAD Sessions.
• Test Planning.
• System Testing.
• RAID Management.
• Relationship Management.
• Problem-solving.
• Stakeholder Communication.

Qualification And Education:

• Bachelor s degree or equivalent work experience.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities