Business Analyst 3 Job at Abacus in Austin

Solicitation Reference Number
4552422562

Customer Name
Railroad Commission of Texas

Category
pplications/Software Development

Customer Entity Name
Railroad Commission of Texas

Title
Business Analyst

Level
Business Analyst 3

Estimated Hours
1,440

Number of Positions
1

# of Resumes Allowed
2

Full/Part Time
Full Time

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)
RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445
Solicitation Reference Number: 4552422562 Working Title: Business Analyst Title/Level: Business Analyst 3 Category: Applications/Software Development Full Time
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Railroad Commission of Texas requires the services of 1 Business Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Business Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Railroad Commission of Texas.

ll work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Railroad Commission of Texas and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Railroad Commission of Texas will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

The Railroad Commission of Texas ITS Division requires the services of two experienced Business Analyst technical resource, preferably with RRC Oil and Gas systems knowledge/experience, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of a Business Analyst Level 3 in emerging technology, and the specifications outlined in this document.

ll work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Railroad Commission of Texas and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Railroad Commission of Texas will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Job Description

The Worker will perform advanced (senior-level) business analysis work related to implementing complex, emerging technology hardware and software projects for the Mainframe Transformation Program at the Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC).

Duties involve use of multiple methods in gathering, developing, and documenting requirements; the review, assessment, and development of business processes; the creation and validation of user acceptance testing; and research and special project support provided to users. This role will work under limited to minimal direction, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

This position will be responsible for analysis and documentation in the implementation of multiple inter-related projects (including implementation of software applications in Software as a Service (SaaS) or Commercial off the Shelf (COTS), migration of data from the mainframe to the new systems and building a Data Warehouse). Ensures that deliverables and materials are produced and maintained in accordance with established processes and procedures, are of consistent quality, and use accepted business analysis methodologies. May assign and/or supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

II. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 12/1/2023 and are expected to complete by 8/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1440 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing, which will be determined in July or August of 2022 based on RRC funding availability for the next fiscal year.

III. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Railroad Commission of Texas. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. A consistent work schedule will be determined with input from selected candidates based on workload and assignments.

The primary work location(s) will be Work from Home. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Railroad Commission of Texas will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Railroad Commission of Texas.

IV. RIGHT TO AMEND OR WITHDRAW SOLICITATION

DIR reserves the right to alter, amend or modify any provisions of this solicitation, or to withdraw this solicitation, at any time prior to the award of a Work Order pursuant hereto, if it is determined by DIR to be in the best interest of the State to do so.

V. RESPONSE DEADLINE

Vendor shall respond via the ITSAC Portal with proposed candidate resumes and the response must be received by 11/16/2023 @ 5:00 PM (CT).

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Business analysis experience on software development projects including: the preparation of project related documentation. 8 Required Strong interpersonal, collaborative, analytical, written/verbal/ presentation communication skills in English (specifically technical writing); and well versed with MS Office suite of products and prototyping/screen mock-up tools such as Visio, SnagIt, 8 Required Hands-on requirements elicitation; client management and technical documentation including traceability, use cases, prototyping, and data modeling. 8 Required Facilitating interactive sessions with business and cross functional teams. 8 Required Strong analysis experience and expertise in assessing Production Support issues to determine Root Cause and document items needed for data or system correction. 8 Required Developing/maintaining an understanding of key business drivers/impacts, assisting clients with identifying and solving business 8 Required Facilitating analysis of business and functional requirements and design of technology specifications, working with business / functional personnel. 8 Required Defining functional design and systems specifications; preparing/reviewing/delivering completed packages. 8 Required Participating in and providing guidance to Business and Functional Units in developing and completing user acceptance testing, training, and implementation-related activities. 1 Preferred Familiarity with mainframe environments; SQL; Salesforce environments; Remedyforce; Core Java / J2EE development environment, and relational databases. 1 Preferred Experience with process improvement strategies and methodologies. 1 Preferred Proven ability to lead change and design more efficient processes. 1 Preferred Experience in Oil and Gas industry as well as general compliance and enforcement related projects as a Business Analyst. 1 Preferred Proven ability to work compatibly within multifaceted teams; resolve conflict; and deal with challenging situations. 1 Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related discipline or equivalent work experience.
III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 12/01/2023 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1440 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Railroad Commission of Texas. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at WFH. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Railroad Commission of Texas will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Railroad Commission of Texas.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The candidate or vendor should provide a desktop or laptop device for the candidate to connect work with RRC via GoToMyPC (or similar) and must have a device capable of handling this connection, including a headset as needed. Alternately, the RRC may provide a desktop or laptop device for connection to the RRC network in certain situations. The laptop must be returned to the RRC Help Desk upon candidate resignation or termination or the end of the purchase order/contract.

Shipping information: Railroad Commission of Texas

1701 North Congress Avenue

ustin, Texas 78711-2967

ttn: ITS Help Desk