Business Systems Analyst (CONTRACT)

This position is a contract position that is estimated to be a 24-month assignment. The full salary range for the Business Systems Analyst (CONTRACT) is $75,900 - $137,300 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is from $75,900 - $106,600 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Under general supervision of the Payroll Coordination and Analysis Manager, the Business System Analyst will support UCPath related campus financial tools and systems. From systems that provide data as input to the UCPath system, to other systems that provide integration with campus financial system, and everything in between. The business systems analyst will be responsible for conducting systems analysis, fit gap analysis, data analysis, process design and/or process redesign, creation of business and functional requirement documents, develop training materials and deliver training, and manage projects as needed. Support UCPath initiatives of assigned functional responsibilities. Participate in UCPath project initiatives as assigned. The effort assigned to the job responsibilities may shift in response to changing goals and objectives and the demands of the project or needs in other projects. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. \n \nApplies technical expertise and business analysis concepts to identify, evaluate and define complex systems scope and objectives with an understanding of applicable business practices, processes, systems and industry standards to meet end-user needs.Provides technical expertise in identifying, evaluating and developing complex systems and procedures. Creates complex specifications for systems to meet end-user requirements. Involved in developing complex user interface designs. Plans and executes unit integration and acceptance testing. Participates in cross-functional teams to address complex business or systems issues.Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes business and user needs, documenting requirements and revising existing system and process logic issues as necessary. Provides support and training on new applications. Guides and advises less-experienced Business Systems Analysts.Gathers, analyzes, prepares and summarizes recommendations for approval of business process and procedural documentation. Recommends and implements changes in processes and procedures. Negotiates with stake holders on the creation of specifications.\n \nThorough knowledge of business and process analysis functions.Thorough knowledge of related areas of IT.Strong skills and knowledge of methodologies associated with analysis of processes and problems, information flow and architecture.In-depth understanding and skill in process and systems requirement documentation standards, such as Use Case modeling, User Story creations and narrative description.Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds.Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Demonstrates problem solving skills.Broad knowledge relating to software design.Thorough knowledge of business processes and procedures.Demonstrated testing and test planning skills.Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Interpersonal and communications skills to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.Thorough knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Visio, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project. Knowledge and proficiency in SharePoint.Working knowledge of system implementation.Experience working in higher education environment\n \nIn-depth understanding and skill in process and systems requirement documentation standards, such as Use Case modeling, User Story creations and narrative description. Demonstrated testing and test planning skills. Thorough knowledge of business and process analysis functions. Demonstrated ability to work with others from diverse backgrounds. Thorough knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Visio, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project. Knowledge and proficiency in SharePoint. Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information to technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Interpersonal and communications skills to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. Strong skills and knowledge of methodologies associated with analysis of processes and problems, information flow and architecture. Thorough knowledge of related areas of IT. Self-motivated and works independently and as part of a team. Able to learn effectively and meet deadlines. Demonstrates problem solving skills. Thorough knowledge of business processes and procedures. Broad knowledge relating to software design.Working knowledge of system implementation. Experience working in higher education environment