Working Title:
Information Technology Spec 5 - Senior Business AnalystInstitution:
Minnesota State System OfficeClassification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional EmployeesCity:
St. PaulFLSA:
Job ExemptFull Time / Part Time:
Full timeEmployment Condition:
Classified - UnlimitedSalary Range:
$40.43 - $69.11Job Description
This position exists to help the Information Technology Services Division provide enterprise wide solutions to meet the business needs of the faculty, staff, administrators and students of the 33 colleges and universities in the Minnesota State system in achieving the system’s goals through the application of business analysis activities, the adoption of industry business analysis standards and the mentoring of other Business Analysts.
Salary Range:
$40.43 - $69.11/hourly ($84,418 - $144,302/annually)
Minimum Qualifications
Six (6) years of business analysis experience working directly with business lines performing activities such as business process modeling, data flow diagramming, requirements elicitation, analysis and documentation.
Experience in leading and/or mentoring coworkers to adopt changes in business processes.
Presentation and facilitation experience sufficient to interact with a broad range of stakeholders in participatory decision making.
Knowledge of project management principles sufficient to determine project goals and objectives, establish development schedules, lead a team to complete development tasks, and monitor and evaluate progress.
Demonstrated organizational skills sufficient to lead complex software development efforts.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communication complex technical ideas and procedures to both technical and non-technical staff.
Preferred Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in business, information technology or a related field.
ITIL Foundations certification.
1 year experience completing business analysis activities in an Agile/Iterative software development environment.
1 year experience working the public sector or higher education environments.
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification.
Demonstrated skill in communicating through the use of technology to facilitate meetings, gather requirements and lead projects with geographically dispersed participants.
Demonstrated skill with relational databases sufficient to create queries and analyze data for patterns and potential issues.
Other Requirements
n/a
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
Yes
About
Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 270,000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14,567 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
Desired Start Date:
09-09-2026Position End Date:
Open Date:
07-17-2026Close Date:
08-03-2026Posting Contact Name:
Shane MoorePosting Contact Email:
[email protected]Skills Required
- Six years of business analysis experience including business process modeling, data flow diagramming, requirements elicitation, analysis and documentation.
- Experience leading and/or mentoring coworkers to adopt changes in business processes.
- Presentation and facilitation experience sufficient to interact with a broad range of stakeholders in participatory decision making.
- Knowledge of project management principles to determine project goals, establish schedules, lead teams, and monitor progress.
- Demonstrated organizational skills sufficient to lead complex software development efforts.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex technical ideas and procedures to both technical and non-technical staff.
- Bachelor's degree in business, information technology or a related field.
- ITIL Foundations certification.
- One year experience completing business analysis activities in an Agile/Iterative software development environment.
- One year experience working in the public sector or higher education environments.
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification.
- Skill communicating through technology to facilitate meetings, gather requirements, and lead geographically dispersed participants.
- Skill with relational databases sufficient to create queries and analyze data for patterns and potential issues.
What We Do
Minnesota State is a public higher education system comprising 33 colleges and universities with 54 campuses across Minnesota. As the largest higher education system in the state and the third largest in the U.S., it serves over 300,000 students annually, focusing on providing high-quality, affordable education and preparing graduates for successful employment.
