Project manager/Business Analyst

Project Manager/Business AnalystClient is looking for a Project Manager/Business Analyst to provide expert level guidance in supporting the DC Public Schools Information Technology Projects.The Project Manager/Business Analyst (PM/BA) interfaces with the business and program areas to understand their product needs. From this understanding, the PM/BA will work with the Senior Business Analyst and the business to define the scope of a project/release, develop requirement documents, use cases, activity diagrams, flowcharts and supplemental specifications to describe the application requirements to support the project scope. PM/BA must be responsive to the changing needs of the business, able to analyze problems and recommend solutions either at the project or program level, taking into consideration enterprise-level initiatives. Additionally, PM/BA build and maintain highly effective relationships with multiple stakeholders. Provide weekly status as well as escalate risks appropriately.Duties and Responsibilities:Knowledge of the project management experience.Knowledge of business analyst methodologies.Knowledge of system design tools, methods, and techniques, including automated systems analysis and design toolsSkilled in integrating and supporting information systems.Behavior Characteristics:Must have the ability and desire to work as part of a fast moving team. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Must be inquisitive, a fast learner and flexible to change. Must possess excellent communications as well as writing skillsQualificationsProject Management Experience - RequiredBusiness Analyst Experience - RequiredComfortable communicating face-to-face with stakeholders at any level with confidence - RequiredDemonstrated high competency in systems analysis for multiple large projects - RequiredExcellent written and verbal communication skills - RequiredExperience in meeting facilitation and the ability to manage meetings with large groups and elicit requirements - RequiredExperience in process analysis and documentation - RequiredStrong analytical and problem solving abilities - RequiredExperience with.NET, Windows based technologies - RequiredUnderstanding and application of several software development methodologies (including agile/SDLC) depending on the methodology employed by the project - Required