Assoc Business Systems Analyst

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Under direct and more senior-level supervision, participates in analyzing business processes and reporting requirements and works with users to identify needs for new technology solutions and application modifications and enhancements; participates on application development teams; prepares user documentation and system specifications; participates in applications testing and problem resolution and fixes; provides a variety of user support and training; and performs related duties as assigned.

A valid Nevada driver's license and ability to maintain insurability under the District's Vehicle Insurance Policy may be required for certain assignments.

Basic principles and practices of systems analysis and design; business process analysis methods, techniques and tools; District and/or departmental business processes commonly supported by applications; methods and techniques for performing quality assurance and user acceptance testing; database design concepts and standard database software; standard methodology for developing program and user documentation; functions, capabilities, characteristics and limitations of standard computer platforms and devices; methods and techniques for troubleshooting and determining the causes of applications problems and errors; standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, graphics and database programs; principles and practices of sound business communication.

Perform business rule and process analyses and reach sound, logical conclusions regarding user needs and business functional requirements; understand and apply the analysis of functional requirements to development of applications proposals and recommendations; troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve applications problems; set priorities and organize work to complete project responsibilities efficiently and effectively; understand, interpret, explain and apply department, District, state and federal rules, policies, laws and regulations applicable to areas of responsibility; communicate clearly and effectively to diverse audiences of technical and non-technical personnel, orally and in writing; prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports, documentation and other written materials; exercise sound judgment within established procedures and policy guidelines; use tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive, complex and/or confidential issues and situations; establish and maintain highly effective working relationships with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work.

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in business or public administration, management information systems or a closely related field; and one year of professional experience performing business process analyses and participating in the design, development and implementation of business applications; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience in a government or public utility setting is highly desirable.

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate computers and other standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve difficult and ambiguous problems; observe and interpret people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work under changing, intensive deadlines on multiple concurrent tasks; and interact with all levels of department and Information Technology staff, vendors, contractors and others encountered in the course of work.