Senior Business Analyst IT

at  Niagara Region

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Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.
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DON’T HAVE EVERY QUALIFICATION?

You may be hesitant to apply if you do not have every qualification listed in the posting. While specific qualifications are important for certain roles, we invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of experience and education to apply. Our recruiters will evaluate your suitability for the role.
Please note that for unionized roles, we must follow collective agreement requirements. However, we encourage all interested candidates to submit their applications. We believe success in a role can extend beyond meeting every single requirement.

JOB SUMMARY

Provide Reporting to the Manager Applications, the Senior Business Analyst, Information Technology is responsible for finding efficiencies and improvements in existing client systems and planning and implementing new systems and processes that help business units align with strategic objectives while being consistent and in line with IT Solution’s technological architecture.

EDUCATION

• Post-secondary degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Formal training in business analysis, ITIL, project management or other similar discipline.

KNOWLEDGE

• Minimum of 8 years systems planning, support, conceptual design and feasibility study experience in a medium to large organization of a complex diverse nature.
• Knowledge of business process modeling, structured analysis, design, programming techniques, lean practices and/or continuous quality improvement methods.
• CBAP or PBA eligibility or similar designation preferred.
• LEAN/Six Sigma or similar preferred.

PREPARES TECHNOLOGY-RELATED REPORTS, MEMOS, DRAFTS, LETTERS, GUIDELINES AND OTHER CORRESPONDENCE AND CONDUCT PRESENTATIONS TO MEET DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS. (10% TIME)

• Contributes to the development of strategic and implementation plans, ensuring that major initiatives are in line with the Information Technology Solutions and the Region’s strategic direction, and providing ongoing support of automation initiatives within the supported departments.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to undergo a Criminal Records Check and submit a Canadian Police Clearance Certificate.
• Regional staff strive to enable the strategic priorities of council and the organization through the completion of their work. Staff carry out their work by demonstrating the corporate values.

Please refer the Job description for details