Business Systems Analyst I

The Position

Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND, OR 97204
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: District Council of Trade Unions (DCTU) . To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page .

Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter.

Do you have a strong technology background? Are you proud of your communication skills and ability to translate a customer's needs into technical requirements? You may be the Business Systems Analyst III for which we are looking!

The City of Portland is seeking a Business Systems Analyst I within the Portland Bureau of Transportation. This Business Systems Analyst (BSA) is responsible for the analysis, design, configuration, implementation, and maintenance of the project management & permitting system (eBuilder & Amanda) and works closely with stakeholders to understand business needs, translate them into system requirements, and ensure that system effectively supports business processes. This role requires analytical, technical, and communication skills to drive system improvements and support organizational objectives.

The BSA I will lead support applications across our Bureau and sometimes across the City. Projects often include working with the following types of systems/tools: eBuilder, Amanda permitting software, ESRI GIS Tools, Microsoft Azure, Workflow Tools, Data Visualization Tools, Microsoft Office 365 Tools, and Custom Developed Web Applications.

An ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of administering & supporting eBuilder software, strong communication skills (verbal and written), experience managing multiple support requests, the ability to solve or troubleshoot problems, and the ability to translate customer needs to technical requirements for information systems professionals.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit www.portlandoregon.gov/pbot .

The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity, and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.

Questions:
Terrol Johnson
Senior Recruiter
terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov

To Qualify

Applicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and résumé how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications:

Ability to apply principles of information technology project planning and management.Ability to design, test, implement, manage, and support complex technology solutions.Ability to develop and deliver end-user training.Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, present information, proposals, and recommendations clearly and persuasively.Ability to apply analytic and problem-solving skills to develop sound, well-reasoned decisions, conclusions, and recommendations.

The Recruitment Process

STEP 1: Apply online between August 19 and August 26, 2024

Required Application Materials:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Application Materials:

• Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)

Application Tips:

• Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
• Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter.
• Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
  
• Do not attach materials not requested.
  
• All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
  
• All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
  

Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of August 26, 2024

• An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.
• Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
• You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
• Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.

Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of September 2, 2024

• Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD

• The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
• Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.

Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD

Step 6: Start Date: TBD

• A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change*

Additional Information

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

• City of Portland Core Values
• Recruitment Process - Work Status
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Veteran Preference
• ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to

• Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
• Carrot Fertility
• Wellness Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement
• Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), includingcontributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
• Family Medical Leave
• City Paid Parental Leave

AND SO MANY MORE!

Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers .

Closing Date/Time: 8/26/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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