State of Idaho
Business Analyst Senior
State of Idaho, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
Description
State of Idaho
Office of the State Board of Education
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
About the Agency:
The Idaho State Board of Education (Board) is established in the Idaho Constitution for the "general supervision of the state educational institutions and public school system." State law charges the Board with the general supervision, governance and control of public schools and postsecondary institutions, including community colleges. The Board is comprised of eight members: seven appointed by the Governor, as well as the statewide elected superintendent of public instruction. The Office of the State Board of Education (OSBE) is charged with providing professional staff support to the Board and implementing the Board's policies, programs, and initiatives.
Summary:
This senior level position will provide essential enterprise-wide (multi-agency) support evaluating organizational data systems and business processes for effectiveness and providing guidance and direction in system enhancement and modernization. This position will work collaboratively with multiple data collection teams, developers, project managers, data governance staff, IT staff, program staff, and leadership to improve systems, processes, and outcomes. This position requires extensive knowledge of education business practices across K-20 and the ability to work in a fast-paced multi-project environment with a statewide/enterprise-wide scope. Incumbent must communicate clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders and work well as a member of a team.
Responsibilities:
Facilitate discussions with staff and managers about system efficiency, program support, and operational or administrative needsStudy the feasibility and compare costs and benefits of modificationsCollaborate with others to evaluate existing systems and plan enhancements, recommend new developments, and design future enhancements or specificationCreate solutions in alignment with operational, policy and program goals and objectivesIdentify data and resource requirementsMaintain system related documentation and provide training and/or technical documentation for others to train staff in use of existing or new systemsUse systematic approach to design, modify, or adapt major programs or operations to optimize performance outcomes and achieve efficient resultsEstablish, modify, or use existing process performance metrics to evaluate and quantify the process's capability to meet the product specifications and overall process objectivesDesign process performance objectives to ensure alignment to business plansCreate, update, and approve documents to support the processAnalyze data to identify performance trends and system ability to operate within control limitsRecommend and plan actions to bring about compliance with regulations and program goalsAssist management by monitoring and tracking program and operational activities and improvementsTest, audit and validate system improvements to implement performance measuresLead research studies that evaluate compliance with state and federal performance measurementsPrepare findings and recommend actions to managersIdentify potential risks and difficulties, and design strategies to mitigate or avoid themCollaborate with stakeholders and follow contracting guidelines to develop contractor statement of work where applicableAdminister project contracts and monitor and evaluate contractor performanceRecommend changes to project plan in response to unforeseen changes or unexpected resultsVerify quality of project deliverablesMay supervise future Business Analyst positionsPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:
Extensive knowledge of project managementTypically gained by two years' experience managing projects involved in determining project scope, developing project goals, timelines, budget, implementation strategies, and measurement methods, and monitoring progress toward goals and project completion.Advanced knowledge of organizational/business analysis and evaluationTypically gained by having successfully completed six semesters' hours of upper division business-related college coursework AND have at least three years of full-time professional experience evaluating, analyzing and planning work; OR a Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance or related field; OR at least six years of full-time professional experience evaluating, analyzing, and planning work.Advanced knowledge of process improvement methodologyTypically gained by two years' experience performing requirements discovery, process analysis, and preparation of reports and written documents.Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resources allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resourcesPreferred Qualifications:
Extensive knowledge of business practices and needs, government regulations, laws, and agency rules specific to the education sectorKnowledge of state procurement processes
Application Procedure:
Prepare a cover letter, resume, and a list of references with at least two former or current supervisors and attach to your candidate profile.
Questions about the position or the application process can be directed to Kayla Otto, Human Resource Business Partner I, at
Special Notification:
This position is exempt from the rules of classified service under the provisions of Section 67-5303, Idaho Code. This position is educational professional exempt from overtime. The successful applicant will be required to pass a background check.
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. Additionally, Office of the State Board of Education employees receive tuition reduction benefits under the State Board of Education. For additional information, please visit .
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
State of Idaho
Office of the State Board of Education
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
About the Agency:
The Idaho State Board of Education (Board) is established in the Idaho Constitution for the "general supervision of the state educational institutions and public school system." State law charges the Board with the general supervision, governance and control of public schools and postsecondary institutions, including community colleges. The Board is comprised of eight members: seven appointed by the Governor, as well as the statewide elected superintendent of public instruction. The Office of the State Board of Education (OSBE) is charged with providing professional staff support to the Board and implementing the Board's policies, programs, and initiatives.
Summary:
This senior level position will provide essential enterprise-wide (multi-agency) support evaluating organizational data systems and business processes for effectiveness and providing guidance and direction in system enhancement and modernization. This position will work collaboratively with multiple data collection teams, developers, project managers, data governance staff, IT staff, program staff, and leadership to improve systems, processes, and outcomes. This position requires extensive knowledge of education business practices across K-20 and the ability to work in a fast-paced multi-project environment with a statewide/enterprise-wide scope. Incumbent must communicate clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders and work well as a member of a team.
Responsibilities:
Facilitate discussions with staff and managers about system efficiency, program support, and operational or administrative needsStudy the feasibility and compare costs and benefits of modificationsCollaborate with others to evaluate existing systems and plan enhancements, recommend new developments, and design future enhancements or specificationCreate solutions in alignment with operational, policy and program goals and objectivesIdentify data and resource requirementsMaintain system related documentation and provide training and/or technical documentation for others to train staff in use of existing or new systemsUse systematic approach to design, modify, or adapt major programs or operations to optimize performance outcomes and achieve efficient resultsEstablish, modify, or use existing process performance metrics to evaluate and quantify the process's capability to meet the product specifications and overall process objectivesDesign process performance objectives to ensure alignment to business plansCreate, update, and approve documents to support the processAnalyze data to identify performance trends and system ability to operate within control limitsRecommend and plan actions to bring about compliance with regulations and program goalsAssist management by monitoring and tracking program and operational activities and improvementsTest, audit and validate system improvements to implement performance measuresLead research studies that evaluate compliance with state and federal performance measurementsPrepare findings and recommend actions to managersIdentify potential risks and difficulties, and design strategies to mitigate or avoid themCollaborate with stakeholders and follow contracting guidelines to develop contractor statement of work where applicableAdminister project contracts and monitor and evaluate contractor performanceRecommend changes to project plan in response to unforeseen changes or unexpected resultsVerify quality of project deliverablesMay supervise future Business Analyst positionsPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:
Extensive knowledge of project managementTypically gained by two years' experience managing projects involved in determining project scope, developing project goals, timelines, budget, implementation strategies, and measurement methods, and monitoring progress toward goals and project completion.Advanced knowledge of organizational/business analysis and evaluationTypically gained by having successfully completed six semesters' hours of upper division business-related college coursework AND have at least three years of full-time professional experience evaluating, analyzing and planning work; OR a Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Finance or related field; OR at least six years of full-time professional experience evaluating, analyzing, and planning work.Advanced knowledge of process improvement methodologyTypically gained by two years' experience performing requirements discovery, process analysis, and preparation of reports and written documents.Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resources allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resourcesPreferred Qualifications:
Extensive knowledge of business practices and needs, government regulations, laws, and agency rules specific to the education sectorKnowledge of state procurement processes
Application Procedure:
Prepare a cover letter, resume, and a list of references with at least two former or current supervisors and attach to your candidate profile.
Questions about the position or the application process can be directed to Kayla Otto, Human Resource Business Partner I, at
Special Notification:
This position is exempt from the rules of classified service under the provisions of Section 67-5303, Idaho Code. This position is educational professional exempt from overtime. The successful applicant will be required to pass a background check.
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. Additionally, Office of the State Board of Education employees receive tuition reduction benefits under the State Board of Education. For additional information, please visit .
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.