Information Technology Spec 5 - Senior Business Analyst

Minnesota Careers

$84K — $144K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of direct business analysis experience, including modeling and documentation.
  • Experience in leading and mentoring teams through business process changes.
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of project management principles for effective goal setting and tracking progress.
  • Proven organizational skills to manage complex software development projects.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Information Technology Services Division by providing enterprise-wide solutions.
  • Conduct business analysis activities to assist faculty, staff, and students.
  • Adopt and promote industry standards for business analysis.
  • Mentor junior business analysts and promote best practices in analysis activities.
  • Facilitate participatory decision-making sessions with stakeholders.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are met.

Benefits

  • Access to affordable health insurance plans, including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave, along with 12 paid holidays each year.
  • 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
  • Pension plan with income after at least three years of service.
  • Employer-paid life insurance for family support in the event of death.
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance for income protection during illness or injury.
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care expenses.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training and tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and personal support resources.
Full Job Description
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Working Title: Information Technology Spec 5 - Senior Business Analyst
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 5
Agency: Minnesota State
  • Job ID: 95626
  • Location : St. Paul
  • Telework Eligible : Yes
  • Full/Part Time : Full-Time
  • Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
  • Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted : 07/20/2026
  • Closing Date : 08/03/2026
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / MNSCU Central Office-MAPE
  • Division/Unit : MnSCU System Office / MNSCU OOC Classified A - E
  • Appointment Type : Unlimited, Full-time
  • Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
  • Days of Work : Monday - Friday
  • Travel Required : No
  • Salary Range: $40.43 - $69.11 / hourly; $84,417 - $144,301 / annually
  • Job Class Option : Business Analyst
  • Classified Status : Classified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
  • FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Job Description

This position exists tohelpthe Information Technology Services Division provideenterprise widesolutions to meet the business needs of the faculty, staff, administrators and students of the 33 colleges and universities in the Minnesota State systemin achieving the system's goalsthrough theapplication of business analysis activities,the adoption of industry business analysis standards and thementoringofother Business Analysts.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Six (6)years ofbusinessanalysisexperienceworkingdirectlywith business lines performing activitiessuch asbusiness process modeling, dataflow diagramming, requirements elicitation,analysisand documentation.
  • Experience inleading 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 ofproject managementprinciples sufficient todetermineprojectgoals andobjectives,establishdevelopment schedules, lead a team to complete development tasks, andmonitorand evaluateprogress.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills sufficient to lead complex software development efforts.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectivelycommunicationcomplex technical ideas and procedures to both technical and non-technical staff.

Preferred Qualification
  • Bachelor'sdegree in business, informationtechnologyora relatedfield.
  • ITIL Foundations certification.
  • 1 year experience completing business analysis activities in an Agile/Iterative software development environment.
  • 1 year experienceworkingthe public sector or higher education environments.
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification.
  • Demonstrated skill in communicatingthrough the use oftechnology tofacilitatemeetings, gather requirements and lead projects withgeographically dispersedparticipants.
  • Demonstrated skill with relational databases sufficient to create queries and analyze data for patterns and potential issues.


How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply please go to: https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/St-Paul/Information-Technology-Spec-5---Senior-Business-Analyst_JR0000005380 .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Shane Moore at [email protected] or 651-273-3967 .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Shane Moore at [email protected] .

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
    • Fertility care, including IVF
    • Diabetes care
    • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
  • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care


Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .

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