Senior Business Systems Analyst

Classification: Information Systems R27

Salary Range: $96,855.64 to $110,474.62 per annum (salary includes a 9.9% temporary adjustment)

Reports to: Team Lead, Digital Services

Union/Excluded: BCGEU

Security Screening: Required

Job Type: Regular full time  

Additional Info: An eligibility list to fill future vacancies may be established. Testing may be required. Lesser qualified applicants may be appointed at a lower level.  

We are seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst to join our team in VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada.  

As a Senior Business Systems Analyst, you will play a key role in identifying system requirements, leading functional testing, resolving complex issues, and improving the efficiency and reliability of critical business systems.

In this role, you will align evolving business and technology needs with the Corporation’s strategic priorities and system standards. You will provide expert advice, lead multiple projects, and collaborate with staff, stakeholders, management, and project teams across the organization. You will also coach and mentor business services staff and may lead a small to mid-sized team of Business Systems Analysts.

Hybrid Work Model

This position is located in our Victoria, BC office. You will have the flexibility to work part of the time on-campus and part of the time off-campus. The requirement for in-office presence is a minimum of 40% of your schedule in a month. Additional requirements are determined by the role functions and operational needs of each business area.   

• Plan and deliver multiple systems projects by defining objectives, priorities, timelines, resources and work assignments; chair meetings; monitor progress and budgets; resolve technical or logistical issues; reprioritize conflicts; and approve deliverables as the Qualified Receiver.
• Lead the design, enhancement and maintenance of mission-critical systems by developing business and functional requirements, conducting walkthroughs, investigating solutions and impacts, and ensuring client priorities are met throughout the software development life cycle.
• Partner with clients, management, staff and systems professionals to identify technology solutions, assess business needs, research options, analyze risks and cost benefits, resolve issues, and establish strategic plans and budgets that improve systems and business processes.
• Prepare business cases, feasibility studies, briefing notes, position papers and presentations that provide recommendations, support internal approvals and guide decision-making on project proposals and emerging or overlapping issues.
• Manage the business impact of system changes, including acceptance testing, implementation, post-implementation reviews, change management, problem resolution, user training and education; develop contract specifications, negotiate terms and advise on contractor selection; and contribute to information technology policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Coach staff and, when required, supervise a small to mid-sized team of Business Systems Analysts, including assigning work, contributing to performance plans and reviews, approving leave, addressing performance or behavioural issues, and supporting talent attraction, development and retention.  
• Other related duties as required. 

Must have

• Post-secondary degree in computer science, information systems or related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
• Three years of recent experience leading business analysis and/or business system analysis on large scale business operations.
• Experience leading system projects with demanding timelines.
• Experience gathering and documenting business requirements and/or functional specifications by facilitating cross-functional meetings.
• Demonstrated experience coaching and mentoring others.

Nice to have

• Formal supervisory experience.
• Experience in ITIL Ticket Management.
• Experience with Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, and Oracle Cloud Reporting tools.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of business analysis and/or business systems analysis planning methodologies and standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication style for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive and self-directed with excellent organizing, prioritization, planning and time management skills.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple assignments at once.
• Ability to establish, maintain and promote effective relationships with a variety of groups or individuals.
• Knowledge of change management processes and project management methodologies.
• Thorough knowledge of application design and development life cycle.
• Ability to deliver system enhancements and perform maintenance activities under demanding timelines.

Application requirements

Cover letter: Please do not submit a cover letter; it will not be reviewed.

Resume: A resume is required as part of your application. Ensure your resume includes your education, the start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job requirements.

Questionnaire: As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please allow approximately 15 minutes to complete this questionnaire.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm PST on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

Diversity & Inclusion

BC Pension Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.  

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes and will provide reasonable accommodations upon request. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca.  

Thank you for your interest in working with us. We will let you know about your status in this competition as soon as possible. If you have questions about this opportunity, please email us at jobs@pensionsbc.ca.