System Analyst

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

$61K — $99K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5+ years as a Business Analyst or similar role.
  • 2+ years in an Agile Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) environment.
  • Experience with database management systems like Sybase, Oracle, or SQL Server.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in project planning and execution of system functions.
  • Analyze, design, program, and test system features based on user requirements.
  • Develop and enforce compliance with HHSC standards in system design.
  • Communicate technical information effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Provide technical assistance to internal and external users during system enhancements.

Benefits

  • Eligible for telework options.
  • Regular full-time position with stable work hours.
  • Location at the HHS office in Austin, Texas.
  • Work includes potential involvement in agency disaster response initiatives.
Full Job Description
Functional Title: System Analyst Job Title: Systems Analyst IV Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Regulatory Services Appl FCL Posting Number: 17228 Closing Date: 12/10/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical Salary Range: $5,098.66- $8,304.83 Pay Frequency: MonthlySalary Group: TEXAS-B-23 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 10% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location:Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,255S,25B,25D,25H,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,CTI,CTM,CTR,CYB10,CYB11
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Posting Type:

Open to All Applicants

Category:

Computer and Mathematical

FLSA Exempt/
Non-Exempt:


Exempt

Agency:

Health & Human Services Comm

Department:

Regulatory Services Appl FCL

Job Title:

System Analyst IV

Posting Number:

17228

Full Time/Part Time :

Full Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Location:

701 W 51ST ST

City:

AUSTIN

Contact:

AccessHR Service Center

Telephone:

888-894-4747

Salary Range:

5,098.66-8,304.83

Salary Group:

B23

Shift:

Days (First)

Travel:

10%

Closing Date:

07/31/2026

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Child Care Regulations Infrastructure Supervisor, performs the technical planning, design, and implementation of new and revised information system functions for the CCR support group. Responsibilities include: Participation in project plans; the analysis, design, programming, testing and documentation of system features, training new personnel, enforcing HHSC standards and procedures, coordination of projects with users and other internal and external IT groups and providing technical assistance to both internal and external stakeholders. This position is classified as a full-time position (40 hours a week). Work outside of regular hours may be required. Travel to other work locations may be required. Performs other duties as assigned.

Selected candidate must be willing to work from the HHS office located on 701 W. 51st Street, Austin, Texas.

Essential Job Functions

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

Assists in development of project documentation based on HHSC/DIR requirements. Assists in the development of application on-line help. Conducts requirements gathering with non-technical Subject Matter Experts to understand business process needs and program requirements to create Use Cases, flow charts, acceptance criteria and other documentation needed for system enhancements. Analyzes new and existing business processes to determine how modifications and changes will impact the system. Will serve as a technical expert responsible for Working with non-technical and technical stakeholders to ensure clear and effective communication is maintained throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. (30%)

Ensures that design complies with HHSC standards (5%)

Performs necessary testing of assigned programs, including the generation of test data, writing test scripts/execution sequences, examining test results, debugging detected errors, etc. Uses current software development methods/techniques and established development standards (which include testing standards) to ensure the quality and maintainability of applications. (25%)

Provide status reports on enhancement activities and resolution of issues impacting an information system. Notify immediate manager and technical lead of critical issues impacting the system's ability to deliver services as designed. Attends regular status meetings to update team members such as developers, business analysts, database administrators and project managers on progress of assigned work. Regularly updates assignments through the use of a ticketing system allowing for the sharing of information with project team members. Provides information to non-technical and technical staff via email, telephone and formal presentations covering such topics as system functionality, data collection processes and other technical issues as needed. Audiences for these communications would be both internal business groups and external entities to the agency including governmental organizations as well as contract service providers. (25%)

Facilitate information sharing to ensure knowledge transfer and the elimination of single points of failure for an information system. This will be done through one-on-one discussions, group sessions to review system documentation and preparation of written documentation illustrating system architecture, workflows and dependencies for project deliverables. Update immediate supervisor, other management team members and system stakeholders as needed regarding recommended implementation strategies and solutions. (10%)

Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location. (5%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) principals and procedures.

Knowledge of common practices and techniques for the electronic exchange of data.

Knowledge of database management systems such as Sybase, Oracle and/or SQL Server

Knowledge of information systems project methodologies

Skill in working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders to achieve consensus and common goals.

Skill in planning, scheduling and prioritizing work assignments

Skill in written and verbal communications

Skill in writing and testing code, including new and maintenance

Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions to correct the problems

Ability to analyze functional/design requirements and to develop solutions to implement the requirements

Ability to perform detailed work accurately and in accordance with standards

Ability to work and communicate effectively with others

Ability to meet deadlines and work on projects with changing priorities

Initial Screening Criteria

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in computer Science, Business Administration, Management, or related fields. May substitute direct work experience on a year-for-year basis.

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Business Analyst or similar job function with at least two years in an Agile SDLC environment.

Additional Information

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

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