Contract Business Analyst - HYBRID - Raleigh, NC - State NC

Job Overview

Join our team as a Business Analyst on a contract basis with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). This hybrid position requires candidates to be local to the Raleigh area and offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to public service initiatives while collaborating with dedicated professionals.

Compensation

W-2 rate of up to $35 per hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform stakeholder analysis to identify needs and expectations.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis.
• Document detailed current and future state process workflows adhering to BPM standards.
• Develop context diagrams, functional decomposition diagrams, and process workflows.
• Maintain and upload all diagrams in the Orbus Infinity iServer tool.
• Conduct gap analysis and produce essential documents including business process models, use cases, wireframes, and data dictionaries.
• Gather, document, and validate business, functional, and technical requirements while maintaining the Requirement Traceability Matrix.
• Collaborate with Business and Project Managers in creating procurement documents.
• Prepare and manage documentation and artifacts aligning with PMO methodologies.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Portfolio Managers, developers, and end-users to ensure application designs meet business requirements.
• Provide business analysis deliverables for procurement documentation and assist in its development as necessary.
• Support functional and integration testing, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT) support.
• Assist in system go-live activities.
• Author meeting minutes and facilitate communication across various audiences.
• Create user stories, acceptance criteria, and various Agile-related documents.
  
  

Required Skills

• Strong writing and communication capabilities with a focus on relationship building.
• Results-driven with a robust work ethic demonstrating excellent problem-solving and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-divisional teams and sustain productive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Capacity to work independently while exercising sound business judgment.
• Proficient in preparing and presenting documentation clearly and concisely.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Business Analysis principles and familiarity with PMI PMBOK® Guide.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, including SCRUM and Kanban.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Orbus Infinity iServer tool.
  
  

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in documenting functional requirements and technical specifications.
• A high-level understanding of application programming, database, and system design.
• Ability to manage complex assignments across multiple workstreams with challenging timelines.
• Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Experience in advising customers regarding application customization strategies and interface designs.
  
  

Career Growth Opportunities

This role provides a unique chance to develop your professional skills while contributing to significant state government projects. Collaborating with experienced professionals allows you to gain insights and network within the industry, fostering personal and career advancement.

Company Culture And Values

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence. By joining our team, you will be part of an organization that prioritizes the well-being of the community and encourages the professional growth of its employees.

Employment Type: Contractor