Position Title: Business Analyst Description:
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Business Analyst. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Analyst to drive the success of agency IT projects and initiatives. As a Business Analyst you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our agency’s business needs and technology solutions. As a key collaborator, you will work closely with stakeholders to identify business needs, define business requirements, and support the delivery of innovative solutions that align with our organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical, communication and relationship management skills working to foster cross-functional collaboration.
This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah J. Peterson at [email protected].
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
This position is being posted in accordance with the MFPE bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Business Analyst. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Business Analyst to drive the success of agency IT projects and initiatives. As a Business Analyst you will play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between our agency’s business needs and technology solutions. As a key collaborator, you will work closely with stakeholders to identify business needs, define business requirements, and support the delivery of innovative solutions that align with our organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical, communication and relationship management skills working to foster cross-functional collaboration.
This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.
For a full job description, please contact Sarah J. Peterson at [email protected].
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science or related field of study plus four (4) years business analysis experience, of which at least one (1) year is in the IT industry.
- Experience with Jira Cloud, Confluence Cloud, Miro, Microsoft O365, SharePoint, Visio, MS Project, or other project management/business analysis tools preferred.
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification is preferred.
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Conduct work with an agile mindset.
- Knowledge of Agile Methodology.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of information systems analysis, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and security related functions.
- Strong conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving ability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Skilled in process analysis, elicitation, facilitation, and meeting management.
- Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical terms.
- Ability to evaluate program requirements relative to processes and systems development; conduct research; exercise sound judgment in solving programs and make decisions where few precedents exist.
- Ability to manage varying deadlines and multiple projects; responding positively to changes in direction, priorities, responsibilities, or assignments.
- Ability to build trust and credibility in building working relationships.
- Ability to work in a team environment to achieve objectives.
- Ability to operate personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.
- A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information
This position is being posted in accordance with the MFPE bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.