Functional Analyst III - (Hybrid)

Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE:
Optimizes Operations results by identifying and analyzing business requirements and operations; conducting performance studies; identifying key business metrics; developing and calibrating analytical, recommending process improvement priorities; identifying low-cost designs, materials, processes, and sources; evaluating new technologies. Lead and mentor lower-level Analysts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assesses adequacy of current processing operations by identifying and analyzing business requirements and operations; conducting performance studies; interviewing and conferring with operations personnel.
• Determines processing performance measures by identifying key business metrics; conducting benchmarking initiatives; developing and calibrating analytical, comparing operational models.
• Contributes to processing and organization success by welcoming related, different, and new requests; helping others accomplish job results. Lead and mentor lower-level Analysts.
• Identifies opportunities for processing operational improvements by analyzing current operations; preparing cost/benefit analyses; developing business cases; recommending process improvement priorities.
• Supports process improvement programs by providing continuing measurements, analyses, and recommendations; developing new business models; identifying low-cost designs, materials, processes, and sources; evaluating new technologies.
• Maintains processing operations guidelines by writing and updating policies and procedures.
• Prepares processing operations analysis information and reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience:

• 4 years progressive experience as a Functional Analyst OR 6 years' experience in (level 2 or above) operational role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years' experience in an operations role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and similar applications.
• Ability to create graphics and report to non-technical audiences.
• Self-starter and ability to collaborate in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Demonstrates necessary leadership attributes to lead projects while keeping operational leadership informed.
Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Salary Range: $65,808 - $130,702

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Department

IT & Business Support Contact Center

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Where To Apply

Please visit our website to apply: www.carefirst.com/careers

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship

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