Temporary Business Analyst (AR4)

Résumé du poste

The Business Analyst will lead requirements elicitation and manage Jira backlogs for the Development team throughout the software development lifecycle. They will also analyze business processes and partner with QA to ensure delivered software meets specifications.

Détails du poste

TEMPORARY BUSINESS ANALYST (AR4) DEVELOPMENT AND RECORDS DEPARTMENT JOB ID: T0432 Job Title: Business Analyst Duration: Temporary one year term Job Summary: The B.C. General Employees' Union (BCGEU) is one of the largest and most diverse unions in British Columbia representing over 90,000 members in 550 bargaining units in the private sector and public services. The BCGEU requires a Business Analyst to work with the union's Development team in the Development & Records department for a one year term, with possible extension. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can take ownership of business analysis activities immediately after onboarding and learning about BCGEU’s organization. The role involves eliciting, documenting, and managing requirements throughout the entire iterative software development lifecycle, including software developed in-house and delivered through third-party vendors. In addition to the software component, this role involves analysis and management of business process improvements. The BCGEU has several modernization and transformation initiatives in the works, so the ability to independently organize and prioritize the development team's work is of critical importance to this role. This position reports to the Director, Development & Records, and is ultimately accountable to the Executive Director, Technology Services. Key Responsibilities: As a Business Analyst, you will work directly with the union's Development team. This is a hybrid position and is not eligible for fully remote work arrangements in the short term. The successful applicant will: Independently lead requirements elicitation sessions with union members and other internal stakeholders. Analyze requirements, data, business processes, and other artifacts, and report findings to management and other stakeholders. Manage Jira backlogs of user stories, bugs, and tasks, with the potential to take on backlog prioritization and ownership responsibilities depending on team needs. Independently lead requirement refinement sessions with the Development team. Partner closely with QA to define clear, testable acceptance criteria and support verification that delivered software meets agreed-upon specifications. Document software features and business processes. Support evaluation and integration of third-party systems. Assist with software support escalations and investigations as required. Education and Experience: 7+ years of experience independently working with a software development team as their business analyst and/or product owner in an agile environment. Demonstrated experience managing a Jira backlog and running agile ceremonies with minimal oversight. Experience planning and managing software releases spanning multiple components or products. Demonstrated history of proficiency in project and risk management. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present material to stakeholders. A university degree in computer science or other related discipline with an IT focus, or equivalent experience. Preference may be given to candidates with: Experience working with AI tools. Experience with mobile application development projects. Experience with modernization or system integration projects, including third-party vendor coordination. Intermediate experience with SQL or relational databases. Experience working as a scrum master or scrum coach. Knowledge of the labour movement, and/or labour movement experience. SALARY RANGE: Bi-Weekly: $3,856.06 - $5,430.91 Annually: $100,601.91 - $141,688.64 Please note that temporary and probationary employees are not eligible for remote work arrangements. This is a unionized position, and all terms of employment are governed by the applicable collective agreement. The BCGEU does not reimburse moving expenses for successful candidates living outside of the greater Vancouver region. Travel is required; therefore, applicants must hold a valid B.C. Driver's Licence. The BCGEU supports employment equity. Indigenous workers, workers of colour, women, 2SLGBTQI+ workers, and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions with the BCGEU.

Ce que vous ferez

The Business Analyst will lead requirements elicitation and manage Jira backlogs for the Development team throughout the software development lifecycle. They will also analyze business processes and partner with QA to ensure delivered software meets specifications.

Exigences

Requires over 7 years of experience as a Business Analyst or Product Owner in an agile environment with proficiency in Jira and project management. A university degree in computer science or a related IT field is required.

Compétences indiquées

• SQL · Souhaitée
• Risk Management · Souhaitée
• Scrum · Souhaitée
• Analyse d’affaires · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Business Analysis
• Requirements Elicitation
• Agile Methodology
• Jira Backlog Management
• User Stories
• Software Development Lifecycle
• Business Process Improvement
• Acceptance Criteria
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• SQL
• Relational Databases
• Scrum
• System Integration
• Mobile Application Development
• AI Tools

Domaines d’emploi

• Technology
• Software
• Data & Analytics
• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector