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The Home Depot

<div>Position Purpose:
This position will have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of vendor dashboards to determine financial performance. The business analyst will develop dashboards to track category and program performance that will provide the merchandising group function with the ability to review data that will provide attributes to make informed decisions regarding category performance. The business analyst contributes in a lead role to the merchandising group function in the evaluation, design development, and implementation of standardized reporting, business processes and information systems solutions. This allows customers (the associates in the merchandising function) to maximize their productivity and make sound, effective decisions based on consistent, accurate information. The business analyst handles the front-end of the project life cycle; ensuring the business need and requirements are defined and scoped accurately.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>
20% Plan and lead all phases of a project's life cycle (i.e. feasibility, design implementation, evaluation); this includes extracting the business need; defining the business requirements, understanding the impact on the business, and designing and carrying out the project(s)</li><li>
10% Serve as liaison between merchandising and finance by facilitating meetings including both departments</li><li>
10% Mentor other analysts in developing/honing business knowledge and analytical skills</li><li>
20% Service as a subject matter expert and perform research and/or analysis within assigned projects</li><li>
20% Multi-task to work on 2 to 4 projects simultaneously, recommending process improvements and making final project recommendations which impact the business</li><li>
20% Establish and report on metrics of assigned projects to gauge business value</li></ul> 
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:<ul><li>
Reports to a director-level position within merchandising</li><li>
No direct reports, however, the position will be required to mentor others who have the need for assistance</li></ul> 
Travel Requirements:<ul><li>
Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.</li></ul> 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.</li></ul> 
Working Conditions:<ul><li>
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Must be eighteen years of age or older.</li><li>
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree</li><li>
Experience with Market Max reporting system</li><li>
Good communication skills (written and verbal)</li></ul> 
Minimum Education:<ul><li>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.</li></ul> 
Minimum Years of Work Experience:<ul><li>
2</li></ul> 
Competencies:<ul><li>
Strong project management skills, including strong process orientation, ability to work in a cross-functional team environment</li><li>
Good communication skills, including ability to interact with officers, also needs the ability to negotiate and persuade</li><li>
Strong analytical skills and general understanding of technical concepts</li><li>
Ability to establish priorities and procedures for accomplishing work within established deadlines; ability to handle multiple projects and manage toward deadlines and deliverables</li><li>
Proven leadership skills, including a willingness and ability to be a mentor</li></ul></div>

Business Analyst

<div>
 Req176107
 
 
 
 Position Purpose
 
 
 
 This position will have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of vendor dashboards to determine financial performance. The business analyst will develop dashboards to track category and program performance that will provide the merchandising group function with the ability to review data that will provide attributes to make informed decisions regarding category performance. The business analyst contributes in a lead role to the merchandising group function in the evaluation, design development, and implementation of standardized reporting, business processes and information systems solutions. This allows customers (the associates in the merchandising function) to maximize their productivity and make sound, effective decisions based on consistent, accurate information. The business analyst handles the front-end of the project life cycle; ensuring the business need and requirements are defined and scoped accurately.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 20% Plan and lead all phases of a project's life cycle (i.e. feasibility, design implementation, evaluation); this includes extracting the business need; defining the business requirements, understanding the impact on the business, and designing and carrying out the project(s)
 </li>
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 10% Serve as liaison between merchandising and finance by facilitating meetings including both departments
 </li>
 <li>
 10% Mentor other analysts in developing/honing business knowledge and analytical skills
 </li>
 <li>
 20% Service as a subject matter expert and perform research and/or analysis within assigned projects
 </li>
 <li>
 20% Multi-task to work on 2 to 4 projects simultaneously, recommending process improvements and making final project recommendations which impact the business
 </li>
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 20% Establish and report on metrics of assigned projects to gauge business value
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Direct Manager/Direct Reports
 
 
 
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 Reports to a director-level position within merchandising
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 No direct reports, however, the position will be required to mentor others who have the need for assistance
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Travel Requirements
 
 
 
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 Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Physical Requirements
 
 
 
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 Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Working Conditions
 
 
 
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 Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Must be eighteen years of age or older.
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 Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree
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 Experience with Market Max reporting system
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 Good communication skills (written and verbal)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Minimum Education
 
 
 
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 The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED.
 
 
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 Minimum Years Of Work Experience
 
 
 
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 2
 
 
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 Competencies
 
 
 
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 Strong project management skills, including strong process orientation, ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
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 Good communication skills, including ability to interact with officers, also needs the ability to negotiate and persuade
 </li>
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 Strong analytical skills and general understanding of technical concepts
 </li>
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 Ability to establish priorities and procedures for accomplishing work within established deadlines; ability to handle multiple projects and manage toward deadlines and deliverables
 </li>
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 Proven leadership skills, including a willingness and ability to be a mentor
 </li>
 </ul>
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Department Of Family And Protective Services

<div><div>The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.</div><div></div><div> 
What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck</div><div>
When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don&rsquo;t match&mdash;often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.</div><div></div><div> 
Here&rsquo;s what you get as a full-time employee:</div><ul><li>
100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members&mdash;saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs</li><li>
Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans</li><li>
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that&rsquo;s time off you&rsquo;re actually paid for)</li><li>
Optional dental, vision, and life insurance&mdash;at rates much lower than most private plans</li><li>
Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care</li><li>
Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment</li></ul><div></div><div> 
You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.</div><div>
You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure</div> 
Functional Title: Business Analyst II 
Job Title: Information Technology BA II 
Agency: Dept of Family &amp; Protectve Svc 
Department: Software Development Res-Op 
Posting Number: 15646 
Closing Date: 04/20/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Range: $5,098.66 - $8,304.83 
Pay Frequency: Monthly 
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift: 
Telework: 
Travel: Up to 5% 
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:
 
Job Location City: HOUSTON 
Job Location Address: 5425 POLK ST 
Other Locations: Austin; Arlington; Dallas; Fort Worth; Houston; San Antonio 
MOS Codes: 8846,8848,8858,14NX,15AX,16KX,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,25B,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,782X,CYB10,CYB11,ISM 
IT,Z Prefix<div></div><div> 
Brief Job Description: 
</div>The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is seeking a Business Analyst for a full-time position within the IT Department's Application Development team. This position is a Business Analyst II role and will report directly to the Business Analyst Manager.
The BA II will perform complex (journey-level) business analysis work that includes coordination of the gathering, development, and documentation of user requirements, facilitation of work sessions with functional staff and project team members to capture and document requirements, and review and assessment of business processes to ensure requirements meet the customer needs. The BA II develops user acceptance testing scenarios, coordinates testing activities with customers, and validates testing results. Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills are necessary to succeed in this role.
This position is classified as a full-time position (40 hours a week). Work outside of regular hours may be required. Travel to other Austin offices(s) may be required. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
This position is a full-time position that includes other State of Texas benefits as described in this SAO site: http://www.sao.texas.gov/SAOReports/ReportNumber?id=18-704<div> 
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):</div>
Business Analysis &amp; Process Improvement<ul><li>
Works with stakeholders to understand their technology needs and issues in performing their day-to-day work.</li><li>
Conducts work sessions with users and project team members to define, elicit, and document requirements or user stories</li><li>
Performs gap analysis and recommends solutions.
</li><li>Develops Story Maps, use cases, and business process workflows</li><li>
Develops or helps with documentation to support project or defect management success as needed</li><li>
Participates in systems analysis to support defect resolution and propose application design solutions.</li><li>
Analyzes production defects and understands urgency based on severity level of defect reported.</li><li>
Analyzes program policies and business practices to provide recommendations and ideas for addressing technology requests, needs, and solutions.</li><li>
Assists user acceptance testing activities including coordination with, training of, and supporting users</li><li>
Works with developers to interpret and provide clarification on requirements or user stories as needed.</li><li>
Works with test team to interpret and provide clarification on requirements or user stories as needed.</li><li>
Assists with change request documentation as appropriate</li><li>
Maintains current knowledge of policy, procedure, and legislative updates that can affect needs for new requirements and application functionality</li><li>
Act as subject-matter-expert for assigned DFPS applications</li><li>
Participates in release activities and application development implementation activities.</li><li>
Performs business analyst role in a waterfall or agile SDLC framework</li><li>
Works effectively with team members from other functional areas of ITS</li><li>
Communicates effectively with stakeholders, team members, managers, and other ITS leadership</li><li>
Participates in transition of product to operations and maintenance teams by providing knowledge transfer</li><li>
Participates in and assists with cost estimation of new IT initiatives or Program projects as needed</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):</div><ul><li>
Experience in a role demonstrating business systems analysis expertise.</li><li>
Knowledge of Business Analysis key concepts, elicitation and collaboration, strategy analysis, solution evaluation, competencies, and techniques.</li><li>
Knowledge of a project lifecycle</li><li>
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and high-level system design methodologies and techniques (entity/relationship models, data/process flow diagrams); object-oriented programming and programming client/server applications.</li><li>
Exceptional interpersonal, presentation building, meeting facilitation, public-speaking, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.</li><li>
Experience researching, understanding, and summarizing key and/or abstract ideas and when applicable, suggest recommendations from those findings.</li><li>
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.</li><li>
Knowledge of productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, SharePoint, Visio, and/or SQL.</li><li>
Demonstrates excellent organization skills, e.g., defines and organizes tasks, responsibilities, and priorities.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience in expressing technical and business concepts and conclusions orally and in writing.
</li><li>Able to work independently or as a member of a team.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:</div><ul><li>
Scrum Master or Scrum Product Owner certification is a plus but not required.</li><li>
CBAP or similar Business Analyst certification is a plus but not required.</li></ul><div></div><div> 
Initial Screening Criteria:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Business analyst or related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
</li><li>At least two (2) years&rsquo; experience in Business Analysis OR at least four (4) years&rsquo; experience as a DFPS employee.</li></ul><div> 
Additional Information:</div><div></div><div> 
Note: You must meet the initial screening criteria to be considered. You should not apply if your submitted documents do not clearly reflect experience meeting the initial screening criteria. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. DFPS is not considering applications from persons who require Sponsorship for an Employment Visa.</div> 
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor&rsquo;s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver&rsquo;s record check.
State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.
As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.
DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.</div>

Business Analyst II

Ernest Gordon Recruitment

<div>
 
 Business Analyst - SaaS / IoT Product Strategy
 
 
 
 
 
 Memorial, TX | Full-Time
 
 
 
 
 
 $90,000 - $100,000 +Benefits
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Are you a Business Analyst with a passion for shaping product strategy and delivering innovative SaaS solutions?
 
 
 
 
 
 Do you want to play a key role in building next-generation IoT software platforms, working closely with customers, stakeholders and executive teams?
 
 
 
 
 
 This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing technology company operating at the forefront of IoT, SaaS, and enterprise software solutions executing product strategy, working across the full product lifecycle from concept through to launch and continuous improvement.
 
 
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate will someone who combines strong analytical thinking with an entrepreneurial mindset capable of understanding customer needs, influencing stakeholders and driving product development in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 This is your opportunity to help drive innovation within IoT and RTLS space for a rapidly expanding company delivering key solutions for multiple industries.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 THE ROLE:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Collaborate with customers, stakeholders, and executives to define product vision, strategy, and roadmap for IoT SaaS solutions.
 
 
 * Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and shape product direction.
 
 
 * Gather and translate requirements into user stories, wireframes, and product documentation, managing the product backlog.
 
 
 * Support full product lifecycle delivery, including feasibility, design, development, testing, and product launch.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 THE PERSON:
 
 
 
 
 
 * Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related field.
 
 
 * Experience in business analysis, product management, or systems analysis in Agile/Scrum environments (Scrum Master exposure beneficial).
 
 
 * Proven ability to manage product backlogs, user stories, and cross-functional delivery teams.
 
 
 * Experience with enterprise SaaS products, ideally within IoT or technology-driven environments with a passion for innovation, customer value, and delivering simple, effective product solutions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Business Analyst, Product Strategy, SaaS, IoT, Agile Scrum, Product Management, User Stories, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Software
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume, or call us now.
 
 
 
 
 
 If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
 
 
 
 
 
 The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
 
 
 
 
 
 Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&amp;C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
 
</div>

Business Analyst - Products / IoT

VC5 Consulting

<div>
 
 We are seeking a mid-level Business Analyst to support critical Data &amp; BI initiatives within an Azure environment. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with both local business stakeholders and offshore teams to gather and document requirements, prioritize projects, and manage a dynamic backlog. Your impact will be significant as you drive efficiency and clarity within the team, ensuring that vital data projects are prioritized and executed effectively.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Gather and document business and data requirements by engaging with stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity throughout the process.
 
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 Define key performance indicators (KPIs) that will guide the analysis of data initiatives and report on project success to stakeholders.
 
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 Maintain and prioritize a backlog of projects using Azure DevOps, ensuring timely completion of tasks according to business needs.
 
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 Coordinate closely with offshore teams to facilitate communication and ensure the successful delivery of data projects, acting as the liaison between teams.
 
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 Requirements:
 
 
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 3-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, demonstrating a strong understanding of business and data requirements.
 
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 Proven skills in gathering requirements, creating user stories, and defining acceptance criteria within Agile methodologies.
 
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 Experience managing diverse project scopes, from short-term tasks to long-term initiatives, while maintaining high quality and attention to detail.
 
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 Familiarity with Azure DevOps for project and backlog management, ensuring effective task prioritization.
 
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 Role Details:
 
 
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 Employment Type: Contract
 
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 Schedule: Monday&ndash;Friday, 9 AM&ndash;5 PM
 
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 Location: Houston, Texas 77002
 
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 This is a high-visibility role that offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical Data &amp; BI initiatives in a modern Azure environment. Join our team and make an impactful difference!
 
 
 
 #11568
 
 
</div>

Business Analyst - Azure Data & BI

CBIZ

<div>CBIZ Inc. is a leading professional services advisor to middle market businesses and organizations nationwide. With unmatched industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers forward-thinking insights and actionable solutions to help clients anticipate what's next and discover new ways to accelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 10,000 team members across more than 160 locations in 22 major markets coast to coast.
CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.
Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.</div>
 <div>Minimum Qualifications
<ul><li>College Degree or equivalent
</li><li>3 years related experience
</li><li>Ability to lead and coordinate the team activities of others
</li><li>Proficient use of applicable technology
</li><li>Ability to execute and draft technical instructions and guidelines
</li><li>Ability to document daily activities and system functions
</li><li>Able to work in a team environment
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of an organization, both internally and externally
</li><li>Ability to travel as required by business and on-call availability</li></ul></div>
 <div>CBIZ is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join our Business Intelligence &amp; Data Insights team within the Business Transformation &amp; Innovation (BT&amp;I) organization. This role plays a critical part in driving data-powered decision-making and enterprise transformation initiatives by translating business needs into actionable analytics, insights, and data solutions.
The Senior Business Analyst will serve as a strategic partner to business leaders, technology teams, and analytics professionals - bridging the gap between business strategy and data execution. This role requires a strong blend of analytical rigor, business acumen, stakeholder engagement, and experience working in complex, matrixed organizations.
Essential Functions and Primary Duties
Business &amp; Analytics Partnership
<ul><li>Partner with stakeholders across Corporate, Practice, and Functional teams to understand business strategies, operational challenges, and decision-making needs.
</li><li>Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements, translating them into clear analytics use cases, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting requirements.
</li><li>Act as a trusted advisor by providing data-driven insights that support business transformation, performance improvement, and innovation initiatives.
</li></ul>Requirements &amp; Solution Design
<ul><li>Develop detailed functional requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria for BI and analytics solutions.
</li><li>Collaborate with data engineers, BI developers, and solution architects to design scalable, high-quality data and reporting solutions.
</li><li>Ensure alignment between business objectives, data definitions, and technical implementation.
</li></ul>Data &amp; Insights Enablement
<ul><li>Support the development and adoption of enterprise reporting, dashboards, and analytics solutions.
</li><li>Validate data accuracy, business logic, and metric definitions to ensure consistent and reliable insights.
</li><li>Analyze trends, patterns, and performance data to identify opportunities, risks, and improvement areas.
</li></ul>Stakeholder Management &amp; Communication
<ul><li>Lead working sessions, requirement workshops, and review meetings with stakeholders at varying levels of the organization.
</li><li>Communicate complex analytical concepts and findings in a clear, concise, and actionable manner.
</li><li>Support change management efforts related to analytics adoption and data-driven decision-making.
</li></ul>Continuous Improvement &amp; Governance
<ul><li>Contribute to the evolution of BI standards, best practices, data governance, and analytics maturity across the organization.
</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and methods used in business analysis and BI delivery.
</li>Support prioritization, roadmap planning, and intake processes for BI and Data Insights initiatives. 
<li>
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul><li>Experience working with BI platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
</li><li>Familiarity with data warehousing concepts, data models, and KPI frameworks.
</li><li>Experience in professional services, consulting, or complex, matrixed organizations.
</li><li>Exposure to transformation initiatives involving analytics, automation, or AI-driven insights.
</li><li>Experience with Agile or hybrid delivery methodologies.
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Analytics, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field.
</li><li>6+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, Analytics Analyst, or similar role, with significant exposure to BI, reporting, or data initiatives.
</li><li>Strong experience gathering and documenting business requirements for data, reporting, and analytics solutions.
</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders and technical teams.
</li><li>Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and critical reasoning skills.
</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide decision-making.</li></ul></div>

Senior Business Analyst | Business Intelligence & Data Insights

IDEA Public Schools

<div>Description 
 
 
Business Intelligence Analyst 
Mission:
The Business Intelligence Analyst designs, builds, and maintains high-quality dashboards and reports that enable data-driven decision-making across IDEA&rsquo;s schools and departments. Reporting to the Director of Business Intelligence, this role executes BI development work within established enterprise standards, leveraging certified semantic definitions and governed datasets to deliver reliable, performant, and user-friendly insights. The analyst partners closely with stakeholders, Analytics Engineering, and domain teams to translate business questions into actionable visualizations that support student outcomes and operational excellence. 
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None 
Location:
This is a full-time position based in Texas, with preference given to candidates who live in Austin, El Paso, Houston, Permian Basin (Midland/Odessa), Rio Grande Valley, San Antonio, and Tarrant County (Fort Worth), or who are willing to relocate. 
Travel Expectations:
10-15% travel to IDEA locations, regional offices, and team meetings, especially during critical dashboard launches and training initiatives. 
What You&rsquo;ll Do &ndash; Accountabilities
Essential Duties:<ul><li>
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards in alignment with enterprise BI standards for data modeling, DAX, visualization design, performance optimization, and security.
</li></ul><ul><li>Partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, clarify analytical needs, and translate business questions into well-defined dashboard specifications.</li><li>
Execute the full dashboard lifecycle, including development, testing, deployment, documentation, and ongoing maintenance.</li><li>
Conduct rigorous quality assurance, including data validation, performance testing, and user acceptance testing prior to release.</li><li>
Document dashboards with clear metric descriptions, data sources, assumptions, and user guidance to support adoption and appropriate use.</li><li>
Iterate on dashboards based on user feedback, usage data, and evolving business needs, in coordination with BI leadership.</li><li>
Implement certified enterprise metric definitions from the approved semantic layer into Power BI datasets, ensuring consistency across reports and domains.</li></ul> 
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Design efficient Power BI data models using approved modeling patterns (e.g., star schemas) that balance performance, scalability, and usability.</li><li>
Develop, test, and optimize DAX measures and calculations to deliver accurate and performant analytics.</li><li>
Collaborate with Analytics Engineering to validate upstream data transformations, investigate anomalies, and troubleshoot data quality issues.</li><li>
Participate in metric review and certification processes by validating implementation accuracy and surfacing discrepancies or edge cases for resolution.</li><li>
Adhere to established semantic layer and modeling standards, escalating proposed changes or issues to BI leadership for review and approval.</li><li>
Serve as the primary delivery-level BI contact for assigned departments or states, building trusted working relationships with business users.</li><li>
Facilitate requirements-gathering sessions and design walkthroughs to ensure dashboards address true decision-making needs, not just surface requests.</li><li>
Translate analytical findings into clear, accessible narratives and visualizations for non-technical audiences.</li><li>
Provide training and ongoing support to dashboard consumers and power users, reinforcing self-service analytics within enterprise guardrails.</li><li>
Communicate timelines, dependencies, and tradeoffs transparently, managing stakeholder expectations in alignment with BI priorities and capacity.</li><li>
Contribute to the Power BI Center of Excellence by sharing knowledge, participating in peer reviews, and reinforcing established best practices.</li><li>
Monitor dashboard usage, performance, and reliability to identify optimization opportunities and candidates for enhancement or retirement.</li><li>
Participate in the BI community of practice, staying current on Power BI features and continuously developing technical and analytical skills.</li><li>
Develop reusable templates, examples, and documentation to support federated BI development by domain teams</li><li>
Identify opportunities to improve BI workflows, standards, and tooling, surfacing recommendations to BI leadership.</li></ul> 
Knowledge and Skills &ndash; Competencies<ul><li>
Make Strategic Decisions: This team member uses data, feedback, and insights to inform thoughtful decision-making, while considering the impact on their direct reports and team. They communicate decisions with clear rationale and begin to connect their choices to broader team objectives.
</li><li>Manage Work and Teams: This team member ensures their direct reports have clear, measurable goals with defined benchmarks and success criteria. They actively monitor progress, intervening as needed to keep work on track, while balancing leadership responsibilities with their own individual contributions through effective scheduling.</li><li>
Grow Self and Others: This team member regularly offers affirming and adjusting feedback, maintaining a positive balance that reinforces growth and motivation. They provide transparent, candid performance insights and offer consistent coaching and development aligned with individual goals, supporting both direct reports and cross-functional partners.</li><li>
Build a Culture of Trust: This team member fosters a team culture where individuals genuinely care for one another both personally and professionally. They lead with transparency, encourage open communication, including healthy conflict&mdash;and promote reliability and consistency, while regularly seeking and responding to team feedback to enhance the collective experience.</li><li>
Communicate Deliberately: This team member leads inclusive discussions that surface obstacles and drive actionable solutions, ensuring all voices are heard. They communicate key information clearly across multiple channels and establish feedback loops that promote open dialogue, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 
Additional Skills:<ul><li>
Proficiency in Power BI, including building datasets, writing DAX measures, and designing clear, performant dashboards.</li><li>
Working knowledge of SQL to validate data, investigate discrepancies, and understand upstream transformations.</li><li>
Understanding of dimensional data modeling concepts and how they impact reporting and performance.</li><li>
Attention to data quality, documentation, and adherence to established BI standards and certified metrics.</li><li>
Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders and translate analytical needs into dashboards.</li><li>
Comfort working in a governed, federated BI environment with defined standards and review processes.</li></ul> 
Required experience:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Economics, or a related field.</li><li>
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.</li><li>
3&ndash;5 years of professional experience in business intelligence, analytics, or reporting-focused roles.</li><li>
Hands-on experience building and maintaining dashboards in Power BI or comparable BI tools.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience writing and validating SQL queries to support reporting and data analysis.</li><li>
Experience working in an environment with defined data standards, governance processes, or centralized reporting models.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage multiple dashboard deliverables concurrently while meeting quality and timeline expectations.</li></ul>
Preferred Education and Experience:
<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.</li><li>
Experience supporting BI or analytics in a large, complex, or multi-region organization.</li><li>
Familiarity with Agile or sprint-based development methodologies for analytics or BI work.</li><li>
Prior experience working within a BI Center of Excellence or federated analytics model.</li><li>
Exposure to education, public sector, or mission-driven organizational data (K&ndash;12 preferred).</li><li>
Microsoft PL-300 (Power BI Data Analyst) or equivalent BI certification.</li><li>
Additional analytics, data visualization, or cloud-related certifications are a plus.</li></ul> 
Physical Requirements:<ul><li>
Prolonged periods working on a computer and in virtual meetings</li><li>
Ability to travel domestically via car and air travel</li><li>
Flexibility for occasional evening meetings to accommodate distributed stakeholders and sprint demos</li></ul> 
What We Offer: 
Compensation &amp; Benefits:
Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $74,700 and $87,100, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment. 
Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.<ul><li> 
IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.</li></ul> 
Application process:
Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. 
Learn more about IDEA
At IDEA the Staff Experience Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values</div>

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