Applications Functional Analyst / Business Anlayst

Position : Applications Functional Analyst / Business Anlayst

Location : Nashville,Tennessee (Preferred Only local candidates to TN )

Fulltime

Position Summary:
The Applications Functional Analyst / Business Analyst will focus on the analysis, documentation, and management of functional requirements and business processes.
The analyst will evaluate proposed system changes, ensure alignment with established
policies, and collaborate with both program and technical teams to deliver effective system
solutions that improve client service and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the business liaison between program staff, IT leadership, and vendor
  teams.
• Understand, evaluate, and formulate recommendations on all proposed changes
  and enhancements to systems.
• Elicit, document, and validate functional and business requirements through
  interviews, workshops, and data analysis.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to translate business needs and policy
  requirements into clear system requirements and functional specifications.
• Ensure all system components and modules work cohesively to address functional
  requirements and use cases.
• Develop, maintain, and present Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and
  other project documentation to support ongoing enhancements.
• Facilitate communication between business stakeholders, development teams, and
  leadership to ensure understanding of priorities, dependencies, and outcomes.
• Conduct data and process analysis to identify improvement opportunities and support
  operational and policy-driven decisions.
• Participate in testing and validation activities to ensure system functionality meets
  intended business outcomes.
• Support maintenance and operations (M&O) activities by evaluating incident trends,
  coordinating issue resolution, and ensuring continuous alignment with program goals.
• Manage stakeholder expectations with a strong understanding of TDHS objectives and
  constraints.
• Contribute to release planning, system design discussions, and quality assurance
  reviews throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Analyst in a
  complex systems environment.
• Minimum of 3 5 years of experience working with human services or social services
  applications, preferably within public sector eligibility or benefits systems.
• Prior project experience with Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
  Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) programs is required, including familiarity with program policy, eligibility rules, and operational workflows.
• Demonstrated ability to bridge the gap between business needs and technical
  solutions and communicate effectively with both audiences.
• Solid understanding of system functional design and how integrated components
  interact within eligibility and case management systems.
• Experience conducting requirements elicitation, analysis, and documentation using
  structured methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate complex processes and data to drive
  decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to tailor communication style
  to the audience (technical teams, leadership, or program staff).
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver
  high-quality work products in a dynamic environment.
• General IT knowledge and understanding of SDLC phases including requirements,
  design, development, testing, and implementation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with integrated eligibility systems or public sector technology
  modernization projects.
• Knowledge of J2EE-based system architectures, web technologies, and data
  integration concepts.
• Familiarity with policy-driven system design and rules-based automation.
• Experience supporting system maintenance and operations (M&O) activities post-
  implementation.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Public Administration, Computer
  Science, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.