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EPMA

<div><div>EPMA is supporting a client in the energy/operations sector hiring a Scrum Master to support a large-scale business transformation program. This role focuses on helping business-led teams adopt agile practices and deliver measurable outcomes through structured, disciplined sprint execution.<br>
<br>
<b>Type - </b>Long Term Contract<br>
<b>Location - </b>Houston, TX / Princeton, NJ (Hybrid: Mon - Thu onsite, Fri Remote)<br>
<b>Industry - </b>Power &amp; Utilities<br>
<b>W2 employment only</b><br>
</div><div><b>
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:</b>
</div><ul><li>Establish and reinforce effective sprint cadence, timeboxing, and team operating rhythm</li><li>
Coach business leads, team members, and stakeholders on Scrum roles, ceremonies, and agile ways of working</li><li>
Help teams translate business work into clear backlog items, user stories, and acceptance criteria</li><li>
Keep teams focused on incremental outcomes rather than reverting to traditional project and deliverable-based habits</li><li>
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives</li><li>
Identify and escalate impediments, risks, and delivery drift that affect sprint performance and team progress</li><li>
Support multiple capability cluster teams as they work toward defined business capabilities and measurable outcomes</li><li>
Partner with Operational Excellence leadership and program governance to maintain alignment across teams</li><li>
Promote continuous improvement through inspection, adaptation, and stronger execution discipline</li><li>
Help create consistency in how teams plan, execute, and evaluate work across the program</li></ul><div>
</div><div><b>
Minimum Requirements:</b>
</div><ul><li>Experience serving as a Scrum Master in agile environments</li><li>
Strong knowledge of Scrum principles, lifecycle, and ceremonies</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to facilitate planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and sprint execution</li><li>
Experience coaching teams or stakeholders who are new to agile ways of working</li><li>
Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to enforce timeboxes, maintain sprint discipline, and keep teams focused on outcomes</li><li>
Experience helping teams break work into clear user stories and acceptance criteria</li><li>
Ability to work effectively across business stakeholders, delivery teams, and program leadership</li></ul><div>
</div><div><b>Preferred Qualifications:</b>
</div><ul><li>Experience supporting non-technical or business teams in an agile delivery environment</li><li>
Experience in agile transformation, operating model change, or organizational change initiatives</li><li>
Familiarity with operational excellence, continuous improvement, lean, or process transformation</li><li>
Experience working in large enterprise organizations with complex stakeholder environments</li><li>
Exposure to business capability-based planning or value stream-oriented operating models</li></ul><div><b><br>
</b></div><div><br>
<i>In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document.</i></div></div>

Sr. Scrum Master - Hybrid

Sparc technology services inc

<div><div><div><div>Job Title: Scrum Master<br>
Employment Type: Contract to Hire<br>
Location: Houston, TX<br>
Position: (Must be willing to work 4 days a week onsite in downtown, Houston)<br>
Only USC/GC<br>
<br>
Job Description :-<br>
The Scrum Master should have and meet the following requirements:<br>
<br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<br>
Manage and facilitate the scrum team&rsquo;s daily work, including executing Sprint ceremonies (e.g., Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Up, Sprint Review, and Retrospective)<br>
Collaborate with Product and Platform Owners to understand the vision, mission, and OKRs to facilitate work effectively and efficiently<br>
Identify and remove obstacles or impediments faced by the team to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency<br>
Ensure team follows the Scrum practices and seeks to improve how we&rsquo;re working<br>
Preventing people outside the team from assigning team members work, changing their priorities, or impairing the team&rsquo;s ability to make and meet commitments<br>
Build team cohesion and collaboration, instilling a team identity and culture<br>
Manage team dependencies, risks, and opportunities<br>
Attend relevant syncs, planning sessions, and all demos<br>
Coach and mentor team members in adopting Agile practices and fostering a truly Agile mindset, including ownership, self-management, and empowerment</div>
</div>
</div><p>Flexible work from home options available.</p></div>

Scrum Master

Capgemini

<div><div><div><p>Houston</p><div>
Scrum Master</div><p>
</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><p>
Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you&rsquo;d like, where you&rsquo;ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you&rsquo;ll be able to reimagine what&rsquo;s possible. Join us and help the world&rsquo;s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.</p><div><div><div><div>
Job Description</div></div><div><p>
About the job you&rsquo;re considering:</p><p>
We are seeking a highly experienced Scrum Master with strong leadership capabilities and a proven track record coaching Agile team, driving delivery across complex initiatives, and partnering with stakeholders at all organizational levels. This role combines the servant-leadership focus of a Scrum Master with the coordination, risk management, and program-level oversight typically associated with a Release Train Engineer or a Program Manager.</p><p>
The ideal candidate will excel in team coaching, enterprise-level coordination, strategic alignment, and continuous improvement, enabling multiple teams to deliver value predictably and sustainably.</p><p>
</p><p>Your Role:</p><ul><li>
Serve as a servant leader for one or more Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile principles, Scrum practices, and a culture of continuous improvement.</li><li>
Coach teams on self-organization, collaboration, empirical process control, and cross-functionality.</li><li>
Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives, and backlog refinement.</li><li>
Mentor Scrum Masters and team leaders across the organization, helping mature Agile practices.</li><li>
Coordinate delivery across multiple Agile teams to ensure alignment with business priorities, shared milestones, and cross-team dependencies.</li><li>
Lead or support Program Increment (PI) planning, Scrum-of-Scrums, ART Syncs, and system demos in scaled Agile environments.</li><li>
Identify, manage, and escalate risks, dependencies, and impediments that affect multiple teams or overall program delivery.</li><li>
Ensure teams operate within a consistent cadence and deliver predictably across increments. Develop and maintain progress tracking dashboards.</li><li>
Partner with Product Owners, Product Management, and stakeholders to ensure alignment between roadmaps, capacity, and team commitments.</li><li>
Oversee delivery execution, ensuring business outcomes, quality standards, and timelines are met.</li><li>
Provide transparent, data-driven reporting to leadership regarding progress, risks, capacity, and performance.</li><li>
Introduce and standardize Agile best practices, metrics, and delivery frameworks.</li><li>
Support adoption of Lean-Agile principles across teams and help evolve the organization&rsquo;s Agile transformation</li></ul><p>
</p><p>Your Skills and Experience:</p><ul><li>
10+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Project Manager, or Program Manager.</li><li>
Experience operating in scaled Agile environments (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, or similar).</li><li>
Strong background in coordinating work across multiple Agile teams simultaneously.</li><li>
Proven ability to lead programs with complex dependencies and cross-functional stakeholders.</li><li>
Proven experience managing 2 or more Scrum teams at a time.</li><li>
Excellent facilitation, conflict-resolution, and servant-leadership capabilities.</li><li>
Ability to coach individuals and teams at different levels of Agile maturity.</li><li>
Strong influencer with experience engaging executives, managers, and technical leads.</li><li>
Strong experience with PI Planning, ART events, dependency mapping, and value-stream alignment.</li><li>
Strong experience with Azure DevOps.</li><li>
SAFe RTE, SPC, or advanced Scrum Master certifications (A-CSM, CSP-SM, PSM II/III) Preferred</li></ul></div></div></div><p>
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $76,200, - $187,740/Year.</p><p>
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.</p><p>
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.</p><p>
These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.</p><p>
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.</p><p>
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.</p><p>
</p><p>Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
</p><ul><li>Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave</li></ul><ul><li>
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)</li><li>
Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)</li><li>
Life and disability insurance</li><li>
Employee assistance programs</li><li>
Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility</li></ul><p>
Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini&rsquo;s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.</p><p>
</p><p>Disclaimers</p><p>
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.</p><p>
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.</p><p>
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.</p><p></p><p><br>
</p><p>Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.</p><p>
</p></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>Ref. code</div><div>
439652-en_US</div></div><div><div>
Posted on</div><div>
20 Mar 2026</div></div><div><div>
Experience level</div><div>
Experienced Professionals</div></div><div><div>
Contract type</div><div>
Permanent</div></div><div><div>
Location</div><div>
Houston</div></div><div><div>
Business unit</div><div>
Engineering and RandD Services</div></div><div><div>
Brand</div><div>
Capgemini Engineering</div></div><div><div>
Professional communities</div><div>
Software Engineering</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

<div>
 Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you&rsquo;d like, where you&rsquo;ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you&rsquo;ll be able to reimagine what&rsquo;s possible. Join us and help the world&rsquo;s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  About the job you&rsquo;re considering:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are seeking a highly experienced Scrum Master with strong leadership capabilities and a proven track record coaching Agile team, driving delivery across complex initiatives, and partnering with stakeholders at all organizational levels. This role combines the servant-leadership focus of a Scrum Master with the coordination, risk management, and program-level oversight typically associated with a Release Train Engineer or a Program Manager.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The ideal candidate will excel in team coaching, enterprise-level coordination, strategic alignment, and continuous improvement, enabling multiple teams to deliver value predictably and sustainably.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Your Role
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Serve as a servant leader for one or more Agile teams, ensuring adherence to Agile principles, Scrum practices, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coach teams on self-organization, collaboration, empirical process control, and cross-functionality.
  </li>
  <li>
   Facilitate Scrum ceremonies: Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives, and backlog refinement.
  </li>
  <li>
   Mentor Scrum Masters and team leaders across the organization, helping mature Agile practices.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate delivery across multiple Agile teams to ensure alignment with business priorities, shared milestones, and cross-team dependencies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead or support Program Increment (PI) planning, Scrum-of-Scrums, ART Syncs, and system demos in scaled Agile environments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Identify, manage, and escalate risks, dependencies, and impediments that affect multiple teams or overall program delivery.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensure teams operate within a consistent cadence and deliver predictably across increments. Develop and maintain progress tracking dashboards.
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with Product Owners, Product Management, and stakeholders to ensure alignment between roadmaps, capacity, and team commitments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Oversee delivery execution, ensuring business outcomes, quality standards, and timelines are met.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide transparent, data-driven reporting to leadership regarding progress, risks, capacity, and performance.
  </li>
  <li>
   Introduce and standardize Agile best practices, metrics, and delivery frameworks.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support adoption of Lean-Agile principles across teams and help evolve the organization&rsquo;s Agile transformation
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Your Skills And Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   10+ years of experience as a Scrum Master, Agile Coach, Project Manager, or Program Manager.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience operating in scaled Agile environments (SAFe, LeSS, Nexus, or similar).
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong background in coordinating work across multiple Agile teams simultaneously.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven ability to lead programs with complex dependencies and cross-functional stakeholders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proven experience managing 2 or more Scrum teams at a time.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent facilitation, conflict-resolution, and servant-leadership capabilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to coach individuals and teams at different levels of Agile maturity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong influencer with experience engaging executives, managers, and technical leads.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong experience with PI Planning, ART events, dependency mapping, and value-stream alignment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong experience with Azure DevOps.
  </li>
  <li>
   SAFe RTE, SPC, or advanced Scrum Master certifications (A-CSM, CSP-SM, PSM II/III) Preferred
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $76,200, - $187,740/Year.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Benefits
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees.
 </strong>
 In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  </li>
  <li>
   Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  </li>
  <li>
   Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  </li>
  <li>
   Life and disability insurance
  </li>
  <li>
   Employee assistance programs
  </li>
  <li>
   Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Important Notice:
 </strong>
 Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini&rsquo;s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Disclaimers
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
</div>


The Home Depot

<div><p><b>Position Purpose:</b></p><p>
The Sr. Business Analyst contributes in a lead role to the Sr. Management team in the evaluation, design, development and implementation of standardized reporting, business processes and information systems solutions. The Sr. Business Analyst will handle all aspects of project management from inception to completion. The Sr Business Analyst will have primary responsibility for the development and maintenance of business strategies, dashboards for projects, initiatives and/or categories. The Sr. Business Analyst will act as a strategic thought partner on issues facing the business. The Sr. Business Analyst will develop and track category and program performance as well as monitor trends.</p><p><b><br>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
50% Lead all phases of a project's life cycle including defining the business need, establishing criteria and business requirements, understanding the impact to the business and designing and rolling out the project</li><li>
25% Serve as a subject matter expert and perform research and/or analysis within assigned projects or category of business</li><li>
25% Establish and report on metrics of assigned projects or categories to gauge business value</li></ul><p><b><br>
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:</b></p><ul><li>
Reports to Manager/Sr. Manager</li><li>
No associates report to this role on a permanent basis, but requires the technical leadership of a project work team: may select team members and assess capabilities, provide technical training, provide information necessary to meet work, project or program objectives, evaluate program or project performance.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Travel Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Physical Requirements:</b></p><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><p><b><br>
Working Conditions:</b></p><ul><li>
Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Must be eighteen years of age or older.</li><li>
Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Prior experience in the application of research findings to the retail environment, brand management or category management essential</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of statistical methods and modeling</li><li>
Prior experience in a consulting and/or project management role within a corporate environment preferred.</li><li>
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)</li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Education:</b></p><ul><li>
The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Minimum Years of Work Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
3</li></ul><p><b><br>
Competencies:</b></p><ul><li>
Strong project management skills, including strong process orientation, ability to work and lead cross functional teams, strategic thinking and creative problem solving skills.</li><li>
Analytical; Extensive knowledge of statistical methods and modeling</li><li>
Ability to establish priorities and procedures for accomplishing work within established deadlines; ability to lead multiple projects and manage toward deadlines and deliverables</li><li>
Strong communication and presentation skills, including ability to interact at Officer level; ability to negotiate and persuade</li><li>
Proven success in increasing management roles handling multiple projects with competing deadlines.</li><li>
Ability to assimilate extensive amounts of detailed data, analyze and summarize vast amounts of information as well as understand all of the detail supporting the analysis.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Senior Strategy Analyst

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><b><br>
What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck</b></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><br>
Here&rsquo;s what you get as a full-time employee:</div><ul><li><b>
100% paid health insurance</b> for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members&mdash;saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs</li><li><b>
Retirement plans</b> with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans</li><li><b>
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave</b> so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that&rsquo;s time off you&rsquo;re actually paid for)</li><li><b>
Optional dental, vision, and life insurance</b>&mdash;at rates much lower than most private plans</li><li><b>
Flexible spending accounts</b> for added tax savings on health and dependent care</li><li><b>
Employee discounts</b> on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
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><p></p><p><b><br>
Functional Title: </b>Business Analyst II<br>
<b>Job Title: </b>Information Technology BA II<br>
<b>Agency: </b>Dept of Family &amp; Protectve Svc<br>
<b>Department: </b>Software Development Res-Op<br>
<b>Posting Number: </b>15646<br>
<b>Closing Date: </b>04/20/2026<br>
<b>Posting Audience: </b>Internal and External<br>
<b>Occupational Category: </b>Computer and Mathematical<br>
<b>Salary Range: </b>$5,098.66<b> </b>- $8,304.83<br>
<b>Pay Frequency: </b>Monthly<br>
<b>Salary Group: </b>TEXAS-B-23<br>
<b>Shift: </b>Day<br>
<b>Additional Shift:</b><br>
<b>Telework:</b><br>
<b>Travel: </b>Up to 5%<br>
<b>Regular/Temporary: </b>Regular<br>
<b>Full Time/Part Time: </b>Full time<br>
<b>FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:</b> Exempt<br>
<b>Facility Location:</b>
<br>
<b>Job Location City:</b> HOUSTON<br>
<b>Job Location Address:</b> 5425 POLK ST<br>
<b>Other Locations:</b> Austin; Arlington; Dallas; Fort Worth; Houston; San Antonio<br>
<b>MOS Codes:</b> 8846,8848,8858,14NX,15AX,16KX,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,25B,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,782X,CYB10,CYB11,ISM<br>
IT,Z Prefix</p><div></div><div><b><br>
Brief Job Description:</b><br>
</div><p>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.</p><p>
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.</p><p>
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.</p><p>
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</p><p></p><div><b><br>
Essential Job Functions (EJFs):</b></div><p><b>
Business Analysis &amp; Process Improvement</b></p><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><b><br>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):</b></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><b><br>
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:</b></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><b><br>
Initial Screening Criteria:</b></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><p></p><div><b><br>
Additional Information:</b></div><div></div><div><br>
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><p></p><p><br>
Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.</p><p>
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.</p><p>
Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver&rsquo;s record check.</p><p>
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.</p><p>
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.</p><p>
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 .</p><p>
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.</p></div>

Business Analyst II

Harris County

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Description</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
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<p><b>Harris County Public Library (HCPL) - History:</b><br>
The Harris County Public Library (HCPL) system, established in 1921, began as a collection of small libraries located in stores, post offices, and private homes. Over the years, it has grown into a robust network comprising 26 branch libraries, two technology service centers, and two partner locations that provide collection and circulation services. HCPL serves the communities of unincorporated Harris County and cities without independent library systems.</p><p><br>
In 2024, HCPL received the prestigious National Medal for Museum and Library Service, the highest honor awarded to libraries in the United States. Bestowed annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), this award recognizes institutions that deliver exceptional service to their communities. The library was recognized for innovative initiatives like HCPL Connected, Enhanced+ Library Cards, and its Mobile Outreach Librarian program. HCPL is also recognized as one of the best places to work, offering a supportive and inclusive environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Its dedication to employee well-being, diversity, and community impact makes HCPL more than just a workplace&mdash;it&rsquo;s where individuals can grow, inspire, and contribute to meaningful change.<br>
<br>
<b>GENERAL SUMMARY</b><br>
The IT Project Manager leads and manages all aspects of the Harris County Public Library&rsquo;s Digital Access Initiative, a grant-funded project focused on expanding high-speed fiber connectivity and enhancing digital resources at designated sites. The role oversees all phases of project planning, budgeting, coordination, and implementation, from defining scope and deliverables to managing resources, timelines, and reporting while ensuring alignment with grant objectives. The position communicates with internal and external stakeholders, provides project status updates, and manages timelines and budgets. Supports the IT Director in monitoring technology and network performance, managing operational support functions, and overseeing related budgets and contracts.<br>
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This is a grant-funded position with an expected end date on or before December 31, 2026, contingent upon continued grant funding and project completion.<br>
<br>
<b>Duties and Responsibilities:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Lead and manage all phases of the Digital Access Initiative, including project planning, execution,<br>
 monitoring, and closure</li><li>
Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements in alignment with grant objectives and County standards</li><li>
Develop, maintain, and track detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and milestones to ensure<br>
 timely and successful delivery</li><li>
Coordinate cross-divisional project teams, ensuring alignment of technical and business objectives</li><li>
Identify project risks and implement strategies to mitigate potential issues</li><li>
Manage vendor activities by tracking deliverables, coordinating with management during planning and development, and ensuring long-term project compliance.</li><li>
Facilitate regular project meetings to communicate project updates, performance, progress, analytics, issues, and milestones</li><li>
Ensure compliance with project management standards, IT governance policies, and documentation<br>
 requirements</li><li>
Oversee the installation of high-speed fiber connectivity and the expansion of digital resources at<br>
 designated locations</li><li>
Collaborate with IT staff, vendors, and contractors to ensure technical specifications and quality<br>
 standards are met</li><li>
Manage change control processes and maintain accurate, up-to-date project documentation</li><li>
Ensure compliance with County IT governance processes, cybersecurity protocols, and documentation standards</li><li>
Collect data, evaluate outcomes, and prepare required progress and impact reports for the grant<br>
 sponsor</li><li>
Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of project management best practices</li><li>
Ensure all project activities are completed within grant timelines and budget parameters</li></ul></div><div><br>
<b>
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer</b></div><div>
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx</div><div>
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.<br>
<br>
<b>This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Requirements</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p>All applicants must register and take the <b>HRT Clerical Skills Test</b> and <b>score a minimum of 85% with a typing speed of 35 wpm and 80% accuracy.</b><br>
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426-0/hrt-clerical-skills-test<br>
 Please see testing instructions in the General Information section below.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Education &amp; Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited college or university</li><li>
Three (3) years of experience in community development project management in a local government setting</li></ul><p><b>
OR</b></p><ul><li>
Associate's degree in any field or 60 hours of secondary education credits from an accredited college or university</li><li>
Five (5) years of experience in community development project management in a local government setting</li></ul><p><b>
OR</b></p><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution within the U.S.</li><li>
Ten (10) years of experience in community development project management in a local government setting</li></ul><p><b>
WITH</b></p><ul><li>
One or more professional certification(s) such as Agile, Scrum Master, PMP, or equivalent</li><li>
Reliable transportation for travel to various library branches, County facilities, or other work-related locations</li><li>
Candidates must complete a clerical skills test and achieve a minimum typing speed of 35 WPM with at least 80% accuracy</li></ul><p><b>
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and<br>
 effectively to diverse audiences</li><li>
Strong commitment to teamwork, collaboration, and customer service</li><li>
Solid knowledge of IT systems, infrastructure, and technology implementation processes</li><li>
Thorough understanding of project management principles, practices, and methodologies</li><li>
Familiarity with risk management, change control, and quality assurance techniques to ensure project<br>
 integrity</li><li>
Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and resource allocation for technology or grant-funded projects</li><li>
Understanding of procurement, contract administration, and vendor management practices</li><li>
Ability to apply performance metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate project success<br>
 and impact</li><li>
Knowledge of continuous improvement principles and best practices in project and process<br>
 management</li><li>
Awareness of data governance, security, and compliance standards</li><li>
Skilled in project planning, scheduling, and execution from initiation through completion</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify solutions and make data-driven decisions</li><li>
Proficient in facilitating meetings, delivering project updates, and communicating progress with internal<br>
 and external stakeholders</li><li>
Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks proactively</li><li>
Strategic thinker capable of aligning project outcomes with organizational objectives</li><li>
Must use a personal mobile device to complete the organization&rsquo;s multifactor authentication process</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
NOTE</b><b>:</b><b> </b>Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation<b> but</b><b> ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. &quot;See Resume&quot;</b> will not be accepted for qualifications.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferences</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>Education &amp; Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Bilingual Preferred</li><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP)</li><li>
Experience with grant-funded projects, public sector initiatives, or digital inclusion programs</li><li>
Experience managing fiber infrastructure projects, digital inclusion programs, or technology upgrades in<br>
public or nonprofit settings.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>General Information</b></h2></div><br>
<p></p><div><br>
<p>Register Online for the <b>HRT Clerical Skills Test </b>using the following link:</p><p>
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx/jobs/998426-0/hrt-clerical-skills-test</p><div>
Click the above link to the HRRM Clerical Skills Test registration page</div><div>
Click on &quot;Apply&quot; to submit your request for testing</div><div>
You will receive a test invitation and instructions via e-mail within 48 hours</div><div>
You will have <b>no more than 5 calendar days</b> to access and complete testing</div><div>
Your score will be automatically uploaded to your application</div><div>
The test may be taken once every 30 days</div><div>
Most recent test scores are retained for up to 6 months</div><br>
<b>
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:</b><ul><li>
This is a full-time, regular position typically scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The<br>
position operates in a hybrid work environment, combining in-office and remote work as approved. Some<br>
flexibility in scheduling may be required to meet project or operational needs. Occasional extended hours<br>
and weekend work may be necessary.<br>
</li></ul><b>
Work Environment:</b><ul><li>
Driving: Must be able to travel between library branches, satellite sites, and vendor locations as required.</li><li>
Office Equipment: Daily use of a computer, keyboard, copier, scanner, printer, calculator, phone<br>
(desk and cell). Daily use of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Word,<br>
Excel and GPS.</li><li>
Physical Activities: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of<br>
force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.</li><li>
Vision and Hearing: Must have visual acuity to see and read paper and electronic documents.</li><li>
Must be able to answer telephones, communicate conversation, and respond to verbal inquiries.</li><li>
Exposure to Environmental Conditions: The position generally works in an office setting with<br>
overhead lighting and long periods of screen time.<br>
</li></ul><b>
Reporting Relationships:</b><br>
Reports To Position: IT, Division Director<br>
Supervises Positions: None<br>
<br>
<b>Physical Demands:</b><ul><li>
Some duties would require the ability to lift up to 20 pounds and bend and stand for periods at a time.<br>
<br>
<i>This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.</i></li></ul><div><br>
<b>
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.</b></div></div></div></div><p></p>
<br><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>HARRIS COUNTY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS</b></div><div>Harris County offers a highly competitive benefits program, featuring a comprehensive group health plan and defined benefit retirement plan.</div><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are offered <b>only</b> to Harris County employees in <b>regular</b><b> </b><b>(full-time)</b> positions:</div><div><br>
Health &amp; Wellness Benefits</div><ul><li>Medical Coverage</li><li>Dental Coverage</li><li>Vision Coverage</li><li>Wellness Plan</li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance</li><li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li><li>Healthcare Flexible Spending Account</li><li>Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account</li></ul><div>Paid Time Off (PTO)</div><ul><li>Ten (10) days of vacation leave per year (accrual rate increases after 5 years of service)</li><li>Eleven (11) County-observed holidays</li><li>One (1) floating holiday per year</li><li>Paid Parental Leave*</li><li>Sick Leave</li></ul><div>Retirement Savings Benefit</div><ul><li>457 Deferred Compensation Plan</li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>The following benefits are available to Harris County employees in <b>full-time</b> and select <b>part-time</b> positions:</div><ul><li>Professional learning &amp; development opportunities</li><li>Retirement pension (TCDRS defined benefit plan) </li><li>Flexible work schedule*</li><li>METRO RideSponsor Program*</li></ul><br>
<ul><li><i>Participation may vary by County department. The </i><i>employee benefits plans of </i><i>Harris County are extended to all eligible participants across various departments with the exception of the Harris County Community Supervision and Corrections Department, for which the cited Health &amp; Wellness Benefits are administered through the State of Texas.</i></li></ul><div></div><br>
<div>In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, group health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Harris County Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.</div><div></div><br>
<div><b>For plan details, visit the Harris County Benefits &amp; Wellness website:</b></div><div>www.benefitsathctx.com</div></div></div></div><p></p>

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