Resource Informatics Group, Inc is hiring: Business Data Analyst in Austin

Job Title: Business Data Analyst

Location: Austin, TX – Hybrid

Duration: Up to 12 months

Rate: $Market All Inclusive

Important: Program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA (Within 50-mile radius). Prior STATE project experience is highly preferenced.

Job Description:

The Business Data Analyst will primarily focus on analyzing existing business requirements to understand current functionalities, data flows, and pain points. The role will then leverage this understanding to elicit and write comprehensive business requirements for new systems or enhancements.

Responsibilities:

A key responsibility will be translating complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements. The role must be well-versed in writing Epics and User Stories, including acceptance criteria, to effectively communicate functional and non-functional requirements to development and quality assurance teams.

The role will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to ensure alignment between business objectives and system capabilities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong data analysis skills, an ability to document current state processes, and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for process and system improvements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for facilitating workshops, gathering information, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.

Required Skills:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience as a business data analyst in the Information Technology industry, demonstrating strong analytical and documentation skills.
• 10+ years of experience collaborating with technical and non-technical teams to analyze complex data-driven business problems and recommend actionable solutions.
• 10+ years of experience designing and optimizing data workflows and data management processes using modeling or mapping tools.
• 10+ years of experience writing Epics and User Stories, including acceptance criteria, to effectively communicate functional and non-functional requirements to development and quality assurance teams.
• 8+ years of experience creating and maintaining data-related documentation including data dictionaries, business requirement documents, and data mapping specifications.
• 8+ years of experience designing and presenting visual data models and dashboards to communicate trends, performance, and project timelines.
• 8+ years of experience leading data-focused meetings and interviews, documenting outcomes, and driving resolution of data-related issues.
• 4+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in data science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Analytics, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 4+ years of experience with strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to manage multiple data projects or assignments concurrently.
• 3+ years of experience with working knowledge of eligibility rules for SNAP, Medicaid, and TANF programs, with experience interpreting and applying state and federal guidelines.
• 3+ years of experience interpreting and applying policy within an integrated eligibility case management system.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.