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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Business Analyst 1 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4555988 THE POSITION Do you like to work with people to solve issues with program implementation? The Department of Education is seeking a Business Analyst 1 with exceptional work ethic and attention to detail to complete our team. This position gives you the opportunity to develop, implement, and maintain quality CTE (career and technical education) delivery systems. Join our dynamic team of professionals to begin a new adventure!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Business Analyst, you will serve as the liaison between the Bureau of Career and Technical Education (BCTE), as well as internal and external IT staff that are responsible for system development and maintenance of the electronic approval system used by schools to gain access to state and federal CTE funds. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with the Office of Administration, General Delivery Center to develop and implement business processes and assist subject matter experts with implementation of the business processes, review technical specifications of the business process, review technical specifications, develop test scenarios, perform system testing and participate in troubleshooting. You will utilize your experience to make technology-based decisions and recommendations as well as provide technology leadership to all individuals in BCTE, Data Services, and LEA's (local educational agency) who work with the CATSV2 system and the FRCPP (Future Ready Comprehensive Planning) CATS (Career and Technical Education Information System ) portal. This portal is used by schools to submit requests for department approval.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You must report in-office on Wednesday each week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: A bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. eterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.