Business analyst with State client exp (Remote)

Client :State of MSJob ID :149460Job Title :Business Analyst - BA_Pathways Mississippi - MS MDCPSJob Location :3771 Eastwood Dr, Jackson, MS, 39211Projected Start Date :10 / 13 / 2025Projected End Date / Duration :10 / 12 / 2026100% RemoteKnowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, CMMI) is preferredState Government experience and specific experience in DHS or Child Welfare domains is preferredDetail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality deliverables.Scoring Method - Must equal 100%Resume - 30Interview questions - 30Preferred experience - 10Price - 30Position Description and Job Skill SetCollaborate with MDCPS functional leads and SMEs to understand, index, and document future-state Business Processes using industry-standard notations (e.g., BPMN)Build Methods and Procedures Documentation for specific tasks within a business process where step-by-step instructions are requiredAnalyze future-state workflows for improvement and optimization opportunitiesWork closely with MDCPS and vendor project teams (Development, OCM, Testing, Training, etc.) to ensure that Business Process documentation aligns with project objectives and timelinesProvide expertise in process mapping, modeling techniques, and best practices transition knowledge and documentation to MDCPS at the close of the projectConduct workshops and interviews where required to address potential gaps in future-state Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures documentationSupport the implementation of process improvements by providing guidance and documentation to relevant stakeholdersManage project open items pertaining to Business Process and / or Methods & Procedures to closure leveraging Business Process Flows and Methods & Procedures documents of recordManage interim process design and maintenance where temporary alterations in a standard Business Process may be required to manage anticipated system downtime or workarounds for production defectsMaintain Business Process and Methods & Procedures documents of record for the project teamRequired Skills / ExperienceBachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field Proven experience as a Business Process Modeler or similar roleProficiency in using business process modeling tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart, or dedicated BPM tools) Strong understanding of business process modeling notations, particularly BPMNExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and collaboration abilitiesKnowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, CMMI) is preferredState Government experience and specific experience in DHS or Child Welfare domains is preferred Detail-oriented with a focus on producing high-quality deliverablesPreferred / Not RequiredExperience working on child welfare projects. Experience: 3 years required