Business Analyst
Trenton, NJ
Contracted
Experienced
Contract Length: through June 2025
Location: Trenton, NJ - local candidates only
Type: Hybrid - must work onsite in Trenton, NJ office 3-4 days per week
In-person Interview
Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced IT Business Analyst to join our team for a client placement with a transportation agency. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in business analysis, project management, and IT systems. This role requires close collaboration with stakeholders to understand their business needs, translate them into technical requirements, and ensure the successful implementation of IT solutions.
Education & Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT business analysis or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects.
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) is a plus.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, ensuring they are clearly understood and communicated.
• Analysis and Documentation: Analyze business processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement. Create detailed documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, and process maps.
• Solution Design: Work with IT and business teams to design and implement effective IT solutions that meet business needs. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between IT and business stakeholders. Facilitate meetings, presentations, and workshops to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans to ensure IT solutions meet business requirements. Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and address any issues that arise.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend innovative solutions.
Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies.
• Experience with project management tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of IT systems, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and agile methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Practical application experience with Microsoft tools suite (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)
Abilities
• Adapt and Overcome: Be adaptable, flexible and know when to pivot strategies in response to changes in the healthcare landscape.
• Time Management: Meet deadlines by prioritizing responsibilities and balancing workload.
• Influence: Inspire trust and communicate sound reasoning authentically.
• Excellent Communication Abilities: Can effectively communicate with client leaders, staff, and internal company leaders of all levels. Must be able to listen and process information provided by others effectively. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are required.
• Conflict Resolution: Handle challenging situations confidently and calmly with respect and fairness. Consider different perspectives and maintain relationships.
• Customer Service: Able to assess needs and provide information or assistance to match expectations or resolve a problem.
• Decision Making: Make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions.
• Interpersonal: Build relationships, resolve conflicts, and collaborate effectively. Work with a diverse set of stakeholders, from employees to clients.
• Leadership: Motivate, encourage, and challenge others. Be able to adapt leadership styles in various situations.
• Problem Solving: Able to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative actions and make recommendations accordingly.
• Team Building: Encourage, inspire, and guide others toward a common goal.
Location: Trenton, NJ - local candidates only
Type: Hybrid - must work onsite in Trenton, NJ office 3-4 days per week
In-person Interview
Job Description
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced IT Business Analyst to join our team for a client placement with a transportation agency. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in business analysis, project management, and IT systems. This role requires close collaboration with stakeholders to understand their business needs, translate them into technical requirements, and ensure the successful implementation of IT solutions.
Education & Certifications
• Bachelor's degree in information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in IT business analysis or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects.
• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) is a plus.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document business requirements, ensuring they are clearly understood and communicated.
• Analysis and Documentation: Analyze business processes and workflows, identifying areas for improvement. Create detailed documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, and process maps.
• Solution Design: Work with IT and business teams to design and implement effective IT solutions that meet business needs. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.
• Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between IT and business stakeholders. Facilitate meetings, presentations, and workshops to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Testing and Validation: Develop and execute test plans to ensure IT solutions meet business requirements. Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and address any issues that arise.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices. Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend innovative solutions.
Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in business analysis tools and methodologies.
• Experience with project management tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of IT systems, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and agile methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Practical application experience with Microsoft tools suite (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)
Abilities
• Adapt and Overcome: Be adaptable, flexible and know when to pivot strategies in response to changes in the healthcare landscape.
• Time Management: Meet deadlines by prioritizing responsibilities and balancing workload.
• Influence: Inspire trust and communicate sound reasoning authentically.
• Excellent Communication Abilities: Can effectively communicate with client leaders, staff, and internal company leaders of all levels. Must be able to listen and process information provided by others effectively. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are required.
• Conflict Resolution: Handle challenging situations confidently and calmly with respect and fairness. Consider different perspectives and maintain relationships.
• Customer Service: Able to assess needs and provide information or assistance to match expectations or resolve a problem.
• Decision Making: Make sound, well-informed, and objective decisions.
• Interpersonal: Build relationships, resolve conflicts, and collaborate effectively. Work with a diverse set of stakeholders, from employees to clients.
• Leadership: Motivate, encourage, and challenge others. Be able to adapt leadership styles in various situations.
• Problem Solving: Able to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative actions and make recommendations accordingly.
• Team Building: Encourage, inspire, and guide others toward a common goal.
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