Lead Business Analyst

Note: Need candidate with Child Support/Wellfare ExperiencePosition Description and Job Skill Set Description of the job functions the contractor will be expected to perform. Collaborate with MDCPS functional leads and SMEs to understand, index, and document future-state Business Processes using industry-standard notations (e.g., BPMN) Build Methods and Procedures Documentation for specific tasks within a business process where step-by-step instructions are required Analyze future-state workflows for improvement and optimization opportunities Work closely with MDCPS and vendor project teams (Development, OCM, Testing, Training, etc.) to ensure that Business Process documentation aligns with project objectives and timelines Provide expertise in process mapping, modeling techniques, and best practices - transition knowledge and documentation to MDCPS at the close of the project Conduct workshops and interviews where required to address potential gaps in future-state Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures documentation Support the implementation of process improvements by providing guidance and documentation to relevant stakeholders Manage project "open items" pertaining to Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures to closure leveraging Business Process Flows and Methods & Procedures documents of record Manage interim process design and maintenance where temporary alterations in a standard Business Process may be required to manage anticipated system downtime or workarounds for production defects Maintain Business Process and Methods & Procedures documents of record for the project team Lead a team of business analysts performing similar duties Required Skills/Experience Provide the minimum required skills and/or experience the contractor must possess to qualify for this position. These requirements will be transferred to the Score Sheet and candidates without these requirements reflected on their resume will NOT be presented to the manager for consideration. Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field Proven experience as a Business Process Modeler or similar role Proficiency in using business process modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, or dedicated BPM tools) Strong understanding of business process modeling notations, particularly BPMN Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and collaboration abilities Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, CMMI) is preferred State Government experience and specific experience in DHS or Child Welfare domains is preferred Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality deliverables Experience leading a team of business analysts performing similar duties Preferred/Not Required Provide any skills/experience that would be helpful for the candidate to possess but not required. Examples: Previous supervisory experience, WebLogic experience helpful, etc. Experience working on child welfare projects