Administrative Office of the Courts
Business Analyst CLJ-CMS
Administrative Office of the Courts, Olympia, Washington, United States, 98502
The Administrative Office of the Courts is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual to take on the dynamic role as a
Business Analyst. This position supports the Courts of Limited Jurisdiction Case Management replacement project within the Court Services Division (CSD). These positions elicit business requirements, provide expert systems analysis services, and assist with quality assurance for statewide systems that support all levels of Washington courts. Under the general guidance and direction of a Court Business Supervisor in the Court Services Division, the Business Analyst works closely with many other business and technical staff at AOC and partner agencies, vendors, and with judicial officers, county and municipal court administrators, and other court personnel to elicit and document requirements that support application development, modification, configuration, and testing. These positions work independently under general supervision. Decision-making is carried out according to general guidelines and defined rules/procedures, although some areas require interpretation and/or development of possible approaches. Washington Courts Employment Opportunity Administrative Office of the Courts Business Analyst Court Services Division
Our Mission:
Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core valuesintegrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork
.It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. POSITION DETAILS Job #
: 2025-48 Status
: Project, Full-Time* Location
: Olympia, Washington Salary
: Range 68:
$84984- $111504 per year (DOQ). Opens
: July 29, 2025 Closes
:
August 14, 2025. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the rightto close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven days after posting. *
Duration: This is a CLJ-CMS project position that is currently funded through June 30, 2027. It is anticipated that further funding will be approved through December 31, 2027. WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to an interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment. This position requires you to be in the office at least one (1) day per week.
Some of the duties you will perform are: Plan, schedule and lead the management of requirements for complex solutions. Elicit business requirements from internal and external subject matter experts. Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and technical personnel to ensure that business needs are clearly defined, understood and translated into technical solutions. Translate business requirements into user stories, use cases and acceptance criteria. Develop and maintain requirements documentation. Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices for requirement management and re-use. Analyze requirements for completeness and testability. Review test results to confirm that test acceptance criteria have been met. Provide consultation to project stakeholders. Conduct intensive, in-depth systems analysis for new or enhancements for small to large and highly complex applications and systems. Master's degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline with one (1) yearof direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline
AND
four (4) years'information technology experience including direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Associates degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline
AND
six (6) years'information technology experience including direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Eight (8) years' information technology experience which includes three (3) years' direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. *Relative IT Experience includes systems and software requirements development and management, software or systems development following the software development lifecycle and project management practices. THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Court experience; Demonstrated ability in and aptitude for planning, requirements elicitation and managing requirements for complex solutions; Demonstrated expert level ability in and knowledge of, requirement management methodologies, tools and processes; Demonstrated expert level ability in and aptitude for, requirement elicitation and documentation; Experience in, and aptitude for translating business requirements into user stories or use cases; Ability to plan and organize assignments to create timely, accurate work products; Ability to work efficiently, remain focused, and handle interruptions effectively; Strong technical analytical skills with proven documentation of analysis and recommendations; Expertise in, and aptitude for, presentation, interpersonal, written and oral communication when communication with business and technical audiences Strong written and communication skills; Consistent demonstration of AOC Values - Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service, Honesty, Communication, Respect, Accountability and Trust. The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs. Overnight travel may be required based on business needs. This position
is not
overtime eligible. The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to
Recruitment@courts.wa.gov
. The Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
www.uscis.gov
. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Business Analyst. This position supports the Courts of Limited Jurisdiction Case Management replacement project within the Court Services Division (CSD). These positions elicit business requirements, provide expert systems analysis services, and assist with quality assurance for statewide systems that support all levels of Washington courts. Under the general guidance and direction of a Court Business Supervisor in the Court Services Division, the Business Analyst works closely with many other business and technical staff at AOC and partner agencies, vendors, and with judicial officers, county and municipal court administrators, and other court personnel to elicit and document requirements that support application development, modification, configuration, and testing. These positions work independently under general supervision. Decision-making is carried out according to general guidelines and defined rules/procedures, although some areas require interpretation and/or development of possible approaches. Washington Courts Employment Opportunity Administrative Office of the Courts Business Analyst Court Services Division
Our Mission:
Advance the efficient and effective operation of the Washington Judicial System. The Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) is looking for top-performing employees who embody its core valuesintegrity, inclusion, accountability, and teamwork
.It is committed to both employee growth and work-life balance. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. POSITION DETAILS Job #
: 2025-48 Status
: Project, Full-Time* Location
: Olympia, Washington Salary
: Range 68:
$84984- $111504 per year (DOQ). Opens
: July 29, 2025 Closes
:
August 14, 2025. Candidates are encouraged to apply early. AOC reserves the rightto close the recruitment at any time but no sooner than seven days after posting. *
Duration: This is a CLJ-CMS project position that is currently funded through June 30, 2027. It is anticipated that further funding will be approved through December 31, 2027. WASHINGTON STATE RESIDENCY AND TELEWORK INFORMATION AOC requires employees to reside in Washington State. Any exceptions must be approved. If you are invited to an interview and currently reside outside of Washington State, seek more information about residency requirements from the AOC hiring manager of this recruitment. This position requires you to be in the office at least one (1) day per week.
Some of the duties you will perform are: Plan, schedule and lead the management of requirements for complex solutions. Elicit business requirements from internal and external subject matter experts. Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and technical personnel to ensure that business needs are clearly defined, understood and translated into technical solutions. Translate business requirements into user stories, use cases and acceptance criteria. Develop and maintain requirements documentation. Develop and maintain requirements traceability matrices for requirement management and re-use. Analyze requirements for completeness and testability. Review test results to confirm that test acceptance criteria have been met. Provide consultation to project stakeholders. Conduct intensive, in-depth systems analysis for new or enhancements for small to large and highly complex applications and systems. Master's degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline with one (1) yearof direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline
AND
four (4) years'information technology experience including direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Associates degree in computer science, information systems or related technical/business discipline
AND
six (6) years'information technology experience including direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. OR Eight (8) years' information technology experience which includes three (3) years' direct experience as a business analyst and/or court user subject matter expert performing business analysis functions such as conducting requirements gathering activities with stakeholders, analyzing and evaluating business functions/processes for deficiencies and enhancements, and recommending solutions to address business needs. *Relative IT Experience includes systems and software requirements development and management, software or systems development following the software development lifecycle and project management practices. THE IDEAL APPLICANT WILL ALSO HAVE SOME OR ALL OF THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Court experience; Demonstrated ability in and aptitude for planning, requirements elicitation and managing requirements for complex solutions; Demonstrated expert level ability in and knowledge of, requirement management methodologies, tools and processes; Demonstrated expert level ability in and aptitude for, requirement elicitation and documentation; Experience in, and aptitude for translating business requirements into user stories or use cases; Ability to plan and organize assignments to create timely, accurate work products; Ability to work efficiently, remain focused, and handle interruptions effectively; Strong technical analytical skills with proven documentation of analysis and recommendations; Expertise in, and aptitude for, presentation, interpersonal, written and oral communication when communication with business and technical audiences Strong written and communication skills; Consistent demonstration of AOC Values - Integrity, Teamwork, Customer Service, Honesty, Communication, Respect, Accountability and Trust. The workweek may fluctuate depending on workload or agency needs. Overnight travel may be required based on business needs. This position
is not
overtime eligible. The AOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, physical, mental or sensory disability (actual or perceived), use of a service animal, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, age, HIV or Hepatitis C status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law. Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, please contact the AOC Human Resource Office, at (360) 705-5337, or fax (360) 586-4409, or via email to
Recruitment@courts.wa.gov
. The Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
www.uscis.gov
. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. SPECIAL NOTE: Before a new hire, a background check, including criminal history, will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr