Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, and/or a combination of education/certification and work experience.
A minimum 8 years of experience as a Business Analyst and/or Project Manager, with a preferred focus on SDLC and Agile methodologies.
Ability to analyze business strategies and user needs, document specifications, and translate business objectives into proper system requirements and specifications.
Working experience with Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio or relational database software
Working knowledge of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban, and familiarity with Agile project management tools like Azure DevOps or JIRA.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
Guide stakeholders through business case development for new applications/functionality, including cost benefit analysis, risks and issues, and impact analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with state government operations and processes is a large plus.