Short Description:
Role (Short Description): This resource will analyze data as it exists now for PIMS collections and make recommendations to meet the proposed requirements for the PIMS Data Collection Consolidation project
Complete Description:
Job Description: The business analyst will review existing data collections and reports, evaluate the difference between the existing code and the required changes, capturing the gap. The business analyst will use the gap analysis to document the new report specification and testing requirements. The business analyst will work with the programmers to design the reports. The business analyst will test and evaluate the accuracy of the final report and work with the programmers to resolve issues. The business analyst will be working with SQL and Cognos programmers.
Skills:
Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience
Experience analyzing data and performing business analysis functions
Required
3
Years
Experience using Excel for data analysis
Required
3
Years
Experience and knowledge in supporting application system development life cycle
Required
3
Years
Experience following quality standards
Required
3
Years
Experience developing functional specifications from gathered requirements
Required
3
Years
Experience creating written documentation for use by technical developers, as well as training materials for users
Required
3
Years
Ability to communicate accurate and useful status updates
Required
Ability to work independently as well as a team environment
Required
Strong communication skills; both written and spoken
Required
Knowledge of PIMS
Highly desired
Experience using Access for data analysis
Highly desired
Knowledge and use of SQL
Highly desired
Understanding of databases
Highly desired
Understanding of Cognos Reports
Desired
College degree or equivalent technical study, or commensurate experience
Desired