Business Systems Analyst ; NY HELPs

Business Systems Analyst 2 (NY HELPs) – 10408

Base Pay Range: $86,681.00 per year – $ per year. (Actual pay will be based on skills and experience.)

ITS provides operational support to state agencies on a 24x7x365 basis; some positions may be required to provide this critical service at any time.

Under the direction of an Information Technology Specialist 4, SG-25, within the Finance/Finance/Finance Administration Section of the Office of Information Technology Services, the Business Systems Analyst 2, SG-23, will locate, research, and apply for funding opportunities as well as track deadlines, spending and reporting requirements for all grants received.

• Research grant opportunities from government and non‑government sources.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather input for all proposals.
• Draft grant proposals and supporting documents and create polished proposals.
• Track deadlines and funding requirements.
• Develop and maintain a grant management system for funded grants that includes report due dates, budget adherence, and any other grant requirements.
• Draft and submit reports for grant compliance.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
• Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities, as applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Either
  
  A. a bachelor’s or higher degree AND three years of business analysis experience where your primary duty was performing three of the five following activities:
  • Using business analysis techniques to elicit requirements as the foundation for the solution to the organization’s business needs.
  • Using business analysis techniques for the purpose of identifying solutions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the system, business process, or product/service.
  • Describing in a comprehensive written document what the system, process, or product service must do in order to satisfy the established business requirements.
  • Validating requirements throughout the product/system development life cycle (SDLC).
  • Verifying requirements throughout the SDLC to ensure they perform to the required specifications and can achieve the design capabilities.
• Or
  
  B. a bachelor’s or higher degree AND possession of a Level 2 International Institute of Business Analysis/Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (IIBA/CCBA) Certification AND one year of business analysis experience where your primary duty was performing three of the five activities listed above.
• Or
  
  C. possession of a Level 3 International Institute of Business Analysis/Certified Business Analysis Professional (IIBA/CBAP) Certification.

Open to NYS employees with one year of permanent competitive service as Business Systems Analyst 2, G‑23, OR in a position at the G‑21 level or higher deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in advancement of more than two salary grades.

Candidates must be reachable on the current eligible list for this title in order to be list appointed.

Benefits of Working for NYS include a generous benefits package worth 65% of salary.

• Holiday & Paid Time Off:
  • Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
  • Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
  • Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
  • Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
  • Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
• Health Care Benefits:
  • Employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
  • New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
  • NYS Deferred Compensation
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • And many more.

Positions located in New York City receive an additional $3,400 downstate adjustment. Positions in the Mid‑Hudson receive an additional $1,650.

Some positions may be pending Civil Service approval; additional details will be provided if shortlisted.

Some positions may require fingerprinting. Some positions may require up to 25% travel and/or lifting up to 50 lbs.

The Office of Information Technology Services is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.