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Position: Business Analyst
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid)
Duration: Long Term
Client: Loblolly/State of Texas
Job Description:
Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst to a crucial role in process definition, documentation, and verification for pipeline and data store development. This role encompasses both enterprise platform-related processes and business implementation processes within the context of local government operations.
Key Responsibilities:
• Define and document processes for data pipeline and storage development
• Verify implemented processes meet requirements and best practices
• Develop enterprise-level processes for data management and utilization
• Create and maintain documentation for IT policies and procedures
• Design and implement reporting systems for various municipal departments
• Bridge the gap between IT and non-technical municipal stakeholders
• Analyze and optimize existing processes for efficiency and compliance
Required Skills and Qualifications:
• Senior level expertise in Business Analysis with a focus on data systems
• Strong background in enterprise process development
• In-depth understanding of IT policies and their implementation
• Proficiency in creating and managing reporting systems
• Experience with data pipeline and storage technologies
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Additional Skills Related to Municipal Government:
• Understanding of local government structures and processes
• Knowledge of public sector compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience with government-specific software and data management systems
• Familiarity with open data initiatives and transparency in government
• Understanding of budgeting and financial reporting in public sector
• Knowledge of citizen engagement processes and data-driven decision making
• Awareness of smart city technologies and their implementation
• Experience with grant management and reporting systems
• Understanding of geographic information systems (GIS) and their applications in local government
Preferred Qualifications:
• Relevant experience in Business Analysis or Public Administration
• Experience working in or consulting for municipal governments
• Familiarity with procurement processes in the public sector
• Knowledge of data privacy laws specific to government entities
• Knowledge and/or Experience in data management and the Snowflake platform.
Location Requirements:
• Must reside within 2 hours of downtown Houston and able to work onsite > 50% of time.