Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleBusiness Systems Analyst 2 (Health) (NY HELPS) - 00281

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $90582 to $114585 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of Health Insurance Programs / Division of Operations and Systems / New York State of Health

11 Corporate Woods Blvd. 5th Floor

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12211

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Business Systems Analyst 2 (Health) will work within the Office of Health Insurance Program's Division of Operations and Systems within the Bureau of New York State of Health. Duties of the incumbent include...

Eliciting and documenting requirements for automated systems, using various methods including but not limited to process models, User Stories, and Use Cases
Create process, data and object-oriented models to support understanding,
Provide technical expertise in the application of analytical processes to the planning, design and implementation of new and improved information systems to meet the needs of business units
Translating functional and technical requirements into programming specifications through design documents, decision logic tables, and flow diagrams
Test, validate, and document applications
Create helpful and informative technical documentation for mission critical systems to ensure applications can be supported when key staff retire
Lead JAD sessions as a recording analyst or scribe
Lead business process improvement consulting engagements
Develop value stream maps, associated documentation and reports
Work closely with the Business Architect to create a cohesive view of business environment
Assist with the establishment and maintenance of business analysis methodologies
Assist developing consistent approaches for business analysis and providing guidance on tools and techniques
Assist with the delivery of business analysis training and the establishing of a BACOP
Schedules and plans project activities working closely with staff and stakeholders;
Insures deadlines are met on project timelines and reports to supervisor;
Assists with evaluating post implementation performance and defect rate for reporting to supervisor

Minimum Qualifications NYS Department of Health employee with permanent or contingent-permanent service as a Business Systems Analyst 2 Health, Grade 23 OR NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent service in a competitive class title equated to SG-21 or above and eligible for transfer to Business Systems Analyst 2 Health under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

Provisional Appointment: In the absence of an eligible list with three or more candidates willing to accept a position, a temporary provisional appointment may be considered. For provisional appointment, candidates must have one year of service as a Business Systems Analyst 1 (Health).

If three or fewer New York State Department of Health promotional candidates respond to this notice, the agency may, at its discretion, nominate a qualified employee for non-competitive promotion under the provisions of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law.

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a noncompetitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.

Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
Seven years of business analysis experience in a large health care facility, health related governmental entity, health insurance company, large health care provider organization or employer, or with the New York State Medical Assistance (Medicaid) Program in a New York State agency or a New York State local social services district or county, which includes: eliciting requirements as the foundation for the solution to the organization's business needs; identifying solutions aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the system, business process, or product or service to fulfill the business requirements; describing in a written document what the system, process, or product service must do in order to satisfy the established business requirements; validating requirements throughout the product or system development life cycle (SDLC); and developing test plans and logical designs, testing the scenarios, reviewing test results, identifying constraints and risks, or communicating with stakeholders.

An associate degree may substitute for two years of specialized experience; bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of specialized experience; master's degree may substitute for five years of specialized experience; J.D. may substitute for six years of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for seven years of specialized experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated knowledge and experience with business analysis standards as defined in Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK)
Demonstrated experience with Change Control process
Demonstrated experience with the use of EA tool
Demonstrated experience with BPMN
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate’s favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.

This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.

The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.Reasonable.Accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.

The NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate of the position (beginning of the salary range). Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations, and negotiated union contracts.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Human Resources Management Group, EM/281/BSA2HLT

Telephone 518-486-1812

Fax 518-473-3395

Email Address resume@health.ny.gov

Address

Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12237

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference EM/281/BSA2HLT included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, EM/281/BSA2HLT, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.