Business Analyst - BA_Pathways Mississippi - MS - MDCPS
Role: Business Analyst Location: 100% Remote Duration: 12 months (Contract to perm or possible ext. ) Description :- Position Description and Job Skill Set Collaborate with MDCPS functional leads and SMEs to understand, index, and document future-state Business Processes using industry-standard notations (e.g., BPMN) Build Methods and Procedures Documentation for specific tasks within a business process where step-by-step instructions are required Analyze future-state workflows for improvement and optimization opportunities Work closely with MDCPS and vendor project teams (Development, OCM, Testing, Training, etc.) to ensure that Business Process documentation aligns with project objectives and timelines Provide expertise in process mapping, modeling techniques, and best practices - transition knowledge and documentation to MDCPS at the close of the project Conduct workshops and interviews where required to address potential gaps in future-state Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures documentation Support the implementation of process improvements by providing guidance and documentation to relevant stakeholders Manage project "open items" pertaining to Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures to closure leveraging Business Process Flows and Methods & Procedures documents of record. Manage interim process design and maintenance where temporary alterations in a standard Business Process may be required to manage anticipated system downtime or workarounds for production defects Maintain Business Process and Methods & Procedures documents of record for the project team. Required Skills/Experience Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field Proven experience as a Business Process Modeler or similar role Proficiency in using business process modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, or dedicated BPM tools) Strong understanding of business process modeling notations, particularly BPMN Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and collaboration abilities Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, CMMI) is preferred State Government experience and specific experience in DHS or Child Welfare domains is preferred Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality deliverables Apply tot his job Apply To this Job