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Posting Number  | S06212P
Position Title  | IT Business Analyst
Department  | OIT Enterprise PMO
Location  | Arlington
Job Family  | Information Technology
Position Status  | Full-time
Work Hours  | Standard
Work Schedule  | Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM With the understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT. Hybrid work model eligible.
Open to  | External and Internal
Salary  | Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration  | Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis  | Monthly
Benefits Eligible  | Yes
Benefits at UTA  | We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
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Job Summary  | The IT Business Analyst is responsible for defining needs and opportunities and recommends solutions that deliver value to the Organization. Collaborates with business and technical teams to define and document product and project requirements. Translates high level business requirements into functional and technical specifications and manages changes to such specifications. Develops and manages the project test plan based on project requirements. To learn more about the critical projects PMO supports, please visit our project website https://oit.uta.edu/projects/index.php.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities  | Analyze problems and opportunities effectively and identify recommended changes that deliver the most value. Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand the impact of those changes and create business case. Facilitate team collaboration with business and technical partners to understand current state processes, identify challenges and opportunities, establish target state processes and determine project requirements and approach. Build or assist in building test plan based on defined requirements and use cases to ensure project outcome is meeting the project objectives Assist with User Acceptance Test (UAT) efforts and validation. Perform other duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications  | Bachelor degree in one (1) of the following areas: computer technology, business management, management information or computer systems, or related field. Two (2) years as Business Analyst or related work experience. Experience with managing the requirements lifecycle, assessing project requirements, managing test plans, and developing technical solutions.
Preferred Qualifications  | Certification in Business Analysis. Three (3) or more years as Business Analyst or related work experience. Experience with Agile and other Project Management methodologies. Experience with creating statements of work, vendor evaluation, and managing contractor resources. Experience using Project Management tools such as MS Project, ServiceNow, and SharePoint.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  | Professional ability to define and solve problems to ensure the underlying root cause is understood by all stakeholders and that solution options address that root cause. Ability to communicate complex concepts and models using understandable visual representations. Professional facilitation and presentation skills for all types of engagements. Professional analytical, conceptual, and visual thinking skills. Excellent organizational skills. Excellent problem-solving and risk management skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills. Excellent listening and writing skills, good executive presence, verbally articulate. Values communication in all directions: up, out and down. Excellent conflict resolution skills facilitating timely decisions when needed. Lead by example with confidence, a positive attitude, patience, honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of commitment. Ability to quickly absorbed new and different types of information and modify and adapt existing knowledge to work effectively in rapidly changing and evolving environments.
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Special Conditions for Eligibility  | Specific job requirements or physical location of positions allocated to this classification render the position security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215 Texas Education Code.
CBC Requirement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement  | It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
University Information  | The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
ADA Accommodations  | The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

 Posting Detail Information 

Number of Vacancies  | 1
Open Until Filled  |
Minimum Number of References Required  | 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted  | 3
Special Instructions to Applicants  | Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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