Business Analyst

DescriptionKforce has a client in Tempe, AZ that is seeking a Business Analyst.Duties:* Lead the program administration and evolution of an enterprise software application suite for a state Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)* Provide cross-domain and cross-disciplinary expertise across programs and technology solutions* Collaborate with both business and technical teams to align activities with the agency's strategic goals* Serve as a key contributor in a dynamic team environment to deliver high-quality solutions* Oversee long-term planning, program delivery, team coordination, and quality assurance* Manage an enterprise-level IT program for the Agency, aligned with customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and performance targets* Lead a team with diverse roles and responsibilities across technical and functional areas* Establish and manage long-term program goals, timelines, and milestones* Provide current and future-state analysis to internal and external stakeholders* Communicate status, risks, and recommendations to senior business and technical leadershipFirst 30 days:* Learning their assigned functional area* Attending meetings and taking detailed notes* Scribing discussions and documenting decisions* Tracking action items* Preparing for gap analysis sessions* Supporting and reporting findings to the Lead BA* Since they will be new to the domain, they will not be expected to lead discussions initiallyOnce they become familiar with the business area (after 30 days), they will begin:* Writing user stories* Participating more actively in requirements gathering and analysis* Needs a strong understanding of business analysis fundamentals and best practices.* Should not require coaching on core BA concepts such as:* What a user story is* Standard BA processes and deliverablesRequirements* 5+ years of experience in strategic program or project management* Demonstrated experience in Managing complex IT programs and leading multifunctional teams* Demonstrated experience in Agile software development methodologies* Demonstrated experience in Risk analysis and stakeholder management* Demonstrated experience in Driving project/program success through cross-functional collaboration* Demonstrated experience in Implementing and managing organizational changes and interventions* Software deployment project experience* Experience integrating Microsoft Project with SharePoint and Azure DevOps Server (formerly TFS)* Strong understanding of project management theory (e.g., critical path, risk management, triple constraints, lifecycle)* Proficient in Microsoft Project, including advanced features and functionality* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills* Comfortable presenting complex analysis to diverse stakeholders* Skilled in collecting, synthesizing, and analyzing project and program data* Able to author clear and concise status reports for executive audiences* Capable of drawing actionable conclusions and making informed recommendationsPreferred:* Prior experience managing enterprise software upgrades or replacements in regulated environments* Familiarity with government or public sector project environments - specifically in motor vehicle departmentsJob TypeContractCompensation50 - $60