380-SA - Sr. Business Analyst(Transpotation) - Novalink Solutions LLC

The Senior Business Analyst will be held accountable to the following responsibilities: ● Advanced Requirements Management: ○ Act as a strategic partner to business units by eliciting, analyzing, prioritizing, and documenting complex business requirements for the Transportation project that contribute to CPS’s mission. ○ Ensure solutions are technically sound and align with CPS’s broader goals, including the 5-Year Plan and other strategic initiatives. ● Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication: ○ Serve as a key point of contact between the Transportation team and ITS project teams, ensuring that stakeholder needs are met while aligning projects with CPS's district-wide objectives. ○ Build and maintain strong relationships with CPS leadership and the Transportation team, facilitating ongoing communication and problem-solving. ● Business Case Development & Decision Support: ○ Facilitate the creation of detailed business cases, cost-benefit analyses, process flow diagrams, and options evaluations to support strategic decision-making at CPS.

Project Oversight & Operational Efficiency: ○ Engage leadership in validating and approving requirements to ensure satisfaction and value delivery. ○ Monitor testing and validation processes to ensure that all solutions meet agreedupon requirements and are thoroughly vetted before implementation. ● Continuous Improvement & Documentation

Own the documentation of critical business processes, process flow diagrams, requirements, and lessons learned, ensuring that CPS benefits from ongoing process improvements and knowledge transfer. Performance Milestones: ● Complete onboarding and training, including any certification requirements, to achieve business analysis certification if not already achieved. ● Participate in weekly check-ins with the Manager of, IT Business Partnership to report on progress, challenges, and accomplishments. ● Provide weekly progress reports on all projects, including time spent, challenges encountered, and status updates. ● Establish strong relationships with business units to enhance collaboration and ensure alignment with CPS-specific tools and practices. Key Deliverables: ● Business Case to support strategic decision-making. ● Requirements Traceability Matrix ensuring that all business needs are met. ● Stakeholder Analysis and Risk Assessments to manage project complexity. ● Business Process Models and Data Flow Diagrams to ensure a clear understanding of processes and integrations. ● Test Plans to help ensure the successful implementation of the software In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Senior Business Analyst must possess the following qualifications:

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Senior Business Analyst must possess the following qualifications: Type of Education Required: ● Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Type of Experience and Number of Years: ● 5+ years of experience in business analysis, preferably within the public sector or large institutions. ● 5+ years of experience in information technology, preferably within the public sector or large institutions. ● 5+ years of experience with transportation industry, preferably within the public sector. ● Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and crossfunctional teams.

Proficiency in developing business cases, conducting feasibility studies, and facilitating project documentation. Preferred Certifications: ● Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent certification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ● Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear business terms ● Very strong writing abilities ● Very strong ability to create presentations with a quality design ● Expertise in Google Suite ● Expertise in business analysis tools (e.g., process modeling, requirements documentation, project management software) ● Ability to handle competing priorities and ensure on-time project delivery ● Familiarity with IT project management methodologies (e.g., Agile)