The STAR Program Office is seeking their next Procurement Business Analyst!

Located in downtown Madison, the State Transforming Agency Resources Program Office (STAR) is an efficient and reliable enterprise-wide system designed to provide better consistency among state agencies as well as a modernization of the State's IT infrastructure. STAR maintains the state's finance, budget, procurement, business intelligence and human resource functions.

This position will have the option of working remotely upon agreement of the supervisor but may be asked to come into the office periodically. This schedule may change based on operational needs and organizational requirements.

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and remote work options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

STAR is open to hiring at two different levels for the available vacancies. Level will be determined based on the qualifications and experiences of the selected applicant(s).

Under the close, progressing to limited supervision of the STAR (State Transforming Agency Resources) Program Office Procurement Section Chief, the Business Analyst serves as a business authority, resolving customer problems and is considered a functional system expert in regard to procurement management. This position is responsible for ensuring data integrity and protecting sensitive information through advanced analysis/research and recommending solutions, policies and procedures; evaluating system functionality; design, testing, and documentation of the State’s ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) System within the Procurement Section.

Please see the full position description for the IS Enterprise Business Analyst – Professional.

Please see the full position description for the IS Enterprise Business Analyst – Senior.

Starting salary for the IS Enterprise Business Analyst - Professional (07-35) will be between $24.42 - $38.46 an hour. Starting salary for the IS Enterprise Business Analyst - Senior (07-34) will be between $29.29 - $45.41 an hour. Levels will be determined based off applicant qualifications and experience. A twelve-month probationary period may be required. Current State employees will be compensated in accordance with the current State Compensation Plan.

Due to the nature of the position, DOA will conduct fingerprinting and background checks on applicants prior to selection. DOA does not sponsor work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, and to complete the required employment eligibility form upon hire.

Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process.

Minimally qualified applicants will have education, training, or experience in the following:

• Procurement experience within an IT system such as analyzing procurement transactional and other related data (eProcurement, Purchasing, Purchasing Card, Inventory, other), and/or analyzing financial data.
• Providing excellent customer service in person, over the phone and/or through email.

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Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. Please review instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Your cover letter is limited to a maximum of two (2) typed pages, single-spaced, no smaller than 10-point font, with 1-inch margins. Resumes should be limited to no more than two (2) pages (no format requirements). Pages more than the specified limits may not be evaluated. References are not necessary at this stage of the process.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the hiring process for available vacancies.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA , and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a cover letter, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

Questions can be directed to Taylore Ransom at taylore.ransom@wisconsin.gov or 608 261-9186.

Applicant materials are due by 11:59pm on Monday July 8, 2024.