Business Analyst- GIS and Asset Management - TranSystems Corporation

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Interested in joining our team? Great! We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm.

Whitney, Bailey, Cox & Magnani, LLC, now a division of TranSystems, is excited to announce we are seeking a Business Analyst specializing in GIS and Asset Management Services. Primarily remote with onsite as needed.

What you'll be challenged to do:

• Client Focus:

• Maintain a "client-first" approach, ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and business requirements.
• Interact effectively with both internal and external clients to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.

• Project Management and Planning:

• Support the development of project management plans, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project schedules, and associated workplan documents.
• Assist project managers with tasks as needed.

• Requirements Gathering and Documentation:

• Lead and facilitate requirements gathering sessions, document meeting minutes, and track changes in a traceable manner.
• Prepare and lead the development of clear and concise requirements and design specifications.
• Translate business needs into functional requirements for developers.

• Technical Expertise:

• Develop business and implementation plans and procedures, applying relevant GIS data and metadata standards and specifications.
• Possess a strong understanding of system architecture diagrams, databases, and APIs.
• Perform data preparation, processing, and analysis using GIS software (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS Suite).
• Assist in application testing to ensure functionality meets requirements.
• Serve as a product owner following application deployment and user acceptance.

• Asset Management:

• Asset inventory and management - Analyzing and maintaining accurate data on assets. This may involve working with different departments to gather information and ensure data consistency.
• Metrics Development and Reporting - Developing metrics to track asset performance, utilization, and depreciation. This may involve creating reports and dashboards to visualize asset health and identify potential issues.
• Cost Analysis - Analyzing asset lifecycle costs, including acquisition, maintenance, and disposal costs. This may involve creating cost models and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Asset Lifecycle Management Process Improvement - Collaborating with stakeholders to identify inefficiencies in the asset lifecycle management process and recommending improvements. This may involve streamlining workflows, automating tasks, and implementing new technologies.
• Development and Documentation of Asset Management Procedures - Developing and documenting clear procedures for asset acquisition, maintenance, disposal, and other related activities.
• Evaluation and Selection of Asset Management Software - Collaborating with IT and other departments to evaluate and select asset management software solutions.
• Data Migration and Integration - Assisting with data migration from legacy systems to new asset management software.
• Customization and Configuration - Working with developers to customize and configure asset management software to meet the specific needs of the organization.

• Communication and Collaboration:

• Develop well-written documentation, including requirements specifications, wireframes, user stories, system configurations, business process diagrams, database diagrams, training materials, testing guides, and issue/bug resolution documentation.
• Prepare and deliver trainings to a diverse set of users.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to represent the team at industry conferences and meetings.
• Provide technical assistance and feedback to project managers and the overall project team.

•  Requirements:

• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Support the development of proposals, marketing of products, and providing demonstrations of solutions and project deliverables to potential clients. Lead the development of needs assessments.
• Conduct assessments and evaluate different standards and specifications.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

What you bring to our firm:

• 5+ years of business analyst experience in GIS and asset management. (Transportation market preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with state and local governmental entities.
• Demonstrated GIS experience in the latest industry technologies, including proficiency in Esri based geospatial analysis programs.
• Bachelor's degree in an applicable field, with a Master's degree preferred.
• Department of Transportation experience preferred.
• Proven experience as a GIS/AM Business Analyst or related field.
• Strong understanding of GIS/AM concepts, principles, and applications.
• Working knowledge of database management systems and APIs.
• Knowledge of and experience of IT business analysis methodologies and industry standards
• Knowledge of application and data management principles and concepts.
• Knowledge of how to create data standards, determine business data requirements, and business rules.
• Knowledge and experience developing and designing GIS systems and databases.
• Knowledge and experience utilizing the latest in Esri suite of software solutions consisting of ArcGIS. Desktop/Pro and ArcGIS Online/AGOL.
• Excellent communication, written and verbal, with the ability to translate between technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to evaluate technology and trends and select future direction.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Featured Benefits: 

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, maternity/paternity leave, and employer paid AD&D, STD, and LTD.
• 401(k) company match
• Vacation accrual separate from sick time.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays for 2024 with the option to substitute 2 holidays for employees to celebrate other day(s) of significance.
• Six (6) day winter break in 2024 that is included in the paid holiday schedule.

TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).

As the employer of choice, we are committed to action and strive for a company that reflects the vast diversity of our country and the communities we serve. TranSystems is committed to embracing diversity in all forms, including race, culture, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, thought and religious background. We acknowledge the impacts of prejudice and discrimination on historically underserved communities. We commit to establishing a more diverse, inclusive and positive work environment that drives innovation.

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