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1 TEXAS COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS invites applications for the position of: Business Analyst JOB POSTING #: 3B03.17 STATE CLASSIFICATION #: 0222; 0223; 0224 STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SALARY GROUP: Business Analyst II; III; IV B22; B24; B26 VACANCIES: 1 CLOSING DATE/TIME: SALARY: LOCATION: DEPARTMENT: Continuous $4, $6, Monthly $51, $74, Annually Austin, TX (LBJ), Texas Fiscal Management GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Business Analyst II: $4, $4, Business Analyst III: $4, $5, Business Analyst IV: $5, $6, Business Analyst II: Performs complex (journey-level) business analysis work. Coordinates the gathering, development, and documentation of Business Needs and Functional Requirements for changes to the Texas Identification Number System (TINS). Validates user acceptance testing and the performance of post-implementation support of the system. Reviews, assesses, and develops section business processes. Effectively communicates with state agencies and the state payees verbally and in writing. Participates in agency Disaster Recovery efforts. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Business Analyst III: Performs advanced (senior-level) business analysis work. Coordinates the gathering, development, and documentation of Business Needs and Functional Requirements for changes to the Texas Identification Number System (TINS). Validates user acceptance testing and the performance of post-implementation support of the system. Reviews, assesses, and develops section business processes. Effectively communicates with state agencies and the state payees verbally and in writing. Participates in agency Disaster Recovery efforts. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Business Analyst IV: Performs highly advanced (senior-level) business analysis work. Coordinates the gathering, development, and documentation of Business Needs and Functional Requirements for changes to the Texas Identification Number System (TINS). Validates user acceptance testing and the performance of post-implementation support of the system. Reviews, assesses, and develops section business processes. Effectively communicates with state agencies and the state payees verbally and in writing. Participates in agency Disaster Recovery efforts. Works under direction with some latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs complex analysis of TINS. Coordinates and/or analyzes user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems. Reviews complex project deliverables such as project charters, design documentation, test plans, and risk assessment plans, and provides comments and suggestions to document owners.

2 Assists team and state agencies with TINS testing, problem resolution, data correction, extracts, and input file requirements. Provides assistance to developers, systems analysts, or customers on systems applications, software, and hardware. Provides production support to users of systems and applications. Performs analysis of program policies and procedures to determine their effect on systems and system functional areas. Performs research and special project support to state agencies, Fiscal Management staff and management. Runs and/or requests queries and analyzes data to research and identify data issues. Performs other related duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Complete copies of college transcripts must be furnished to the divisional hiring representative at the time of the interview for positions requiring a college degree, and/or specific educational credits. Experience: Business Analyst II: Two (2) years of experience developing business needs and functional requirements for system modification and preparing written documentation of system modifications for users. Two (2) years of experience customer service in user assistance, user testing, and system support. One (1) year experience querying databases Business Analyst III: Five (5) years of experience developing business needs and functional requirements for system modification and preparing written documentation of system modifications for users. Five (5) years of experience customer service in user assistance, user testing, and system support. Three (3) years of experience querying databases Business Analyst IV: Eight (8) years of experience developing business needs and functional requirements for system modification and preparing written documentation of system modifications for users. Eight (8) years of experience customer service in user assistance, user testing, and system support. Five (5) years of experience querying databases Preferred Experience: Working knowledge of TINS, the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), the Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS), the Statewide Payroll/Personnel Reporting System (SPRS), or the Centralized Accounting or Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS). Experience with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) including developing trading partner agreements, data mapping, and implementation. Working knowledge of Query Management Facility (QMF), Time Sharing Option (TSO), and/or Teradata Queryman. Experience in a payment-processing environment including the ACH network. Note: Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields of 25B, 25, or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications. Please call Human Resources, CPA Veterans Liaison at / for more information or assistance.

3 Additional Military Crosswalk information can be found at: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of: Processing in the statewide financial systems, such as: the Texas Identification Number System (TINS), the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), or the Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS), or the Statewide Payroll/Personnel Reporting System (SPRS); Systems development life cycle concepts and software development life cycle, including business requirements coordination, technical specifications, user acceptance testing, and system integration ; Payment distribution processes; Standard research methods and techniques. Skill in: Business analysis methodologies; Analyzing and evaluating complex information technology programs, policies, and issues; Developing creating and workable solutions to complex problems and issues; Organizing and using effective written and verbal communication to convey complex information in a clear, concise manner (Communication) Identifying and resolving problems by using strong analytical techniques, innovative approaches and taking initiative in preventing and solving problems (Problem Solving) Ability to: Learn quickly and apply knowledge appropriately in highly active environment and changing circumstances; Use standard methods and techniques to conduct research and analysis on complex issues; Willingly share information and expertise with others; Analyze, consolidate, and interpret complex technical information including regulations, policies, and automation system documentation/specifications; Translate user/business needs into a technical style and to communicate technical instructions to system users Manage and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals including team members, management, internal and external customers; Work in a team environment as well as individually, demonstrating initiative and sound judgment; and, Professionally represent the section, division and agency at all times. Establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, agency staff and management to achieve common goals (Teamwork) Plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments to effectively manage a fast paced and changing work environment without compromising accuracy (Adaptability) Consistently meet internal and external customer needs and expectations in a professional manner (Customer Service) Act in the best interest of the agency, maintain confidentiality and continually strive to improve self and job performance (Professional Conduct and Development) Maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of state employees, taxpayers and other members of the public (Privacy and Information Security) Work Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., 40 hour work week, Monday through Friday. May occasionally work evenings, weekends or holiday. Hours may change based on business needs. Travel: 5% Physical Requirements: This position requires the incumbent to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (standing and walking) is routinely required to carry out some duties. It requires extensive computer, telephone and client/customer contact. It requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed for filing and similar routine office duties.

4 The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices or policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Marginal or corrective visual and auditory requirements are required for reading printed materials and computer screen and communicating with internal and external customers. May involve moving up to 25 lbs of office equipment/material on a limited basis. The position requires travel to state offices and other locations as necessary. Air and ground travel are required. NOTES: Applicants may be asked to participate in a skills demonstration and/or presentation. Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions. CPA employees in the same job classification, if selected, will be laterally transferred with no increase in salary. (An example might be an Accounts Examiner III in Revenue Administration who moves to an Accounts Examiner III in the Enforcement division.) Complete copies of college transcripts must be furnished to the divisional hiring representative at the time of the interview for positions requiring a college degree, and/or specific educational credits. VETERANS: We fully recognize, honor and enforce the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and encourage opportunities to hire Veterans, Reservists and Guardsmen. IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS: Unless otherwise indicated on specific postings, regular attendance is an essential job requirement of all positions. Your application for employment with the Comptroller of Public Accounts may subject you to a criminal background check. All positions requiring a degree and/or licensing require proof of degree and/or license at time of interview. If you are scheduled for an interview and require any reasonable accommodation in our interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls you to schedule your interview. Whenever possible, please give the hiring representative sufficient time to consider and respond to your request. Only applicants scheduled for interviews will be contacted. Thank you for considering employment at the Comptroller of Public Accounts! The Comptroller s office is an equal employment opportunity employer. APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED O NLINE AT: Position #3B03.17 BUSINESS ANALYST JS 111 East 17th Street Austin, TX , #53560 human.resources@cpa.texas.gov Business Analyst Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Your responses to the questions below must also be stated in the appropriate sections of your state application. For example, if the position requires experience using MS Word and/or MS Excel, that experience must be indicated in the Duties and Responsibilities section. Please certify that all the information concerning your application is true and complete, and that you understand that any misstatement, falsification or omission may be grounds for refusal to hire or if hired, termination. Click "Yes" that you have read and understand this statement. Yes * 2. Which best describes your level of education? JD or PhD Master's degree Bachelor's degree 90 semester hours Associate's degree 60 semester hours 30 semester hours High School or GED

5 None of the above * 3. How many years of experience do you have developing business needs and functional requirements for system modification and preparing written documentation of system modifications for users? Eight or more years of experience Five years of experience but less than eight years of experience Two years of experience but less than five years of experience One year of experience but less than two years of experience * 4. How many years of experience do you have with customer service in user assistance, user testing, and system support? Eight or more years of experience Five years of experience but less than eight years of experience Two years of experience but less than five years of experience One year of experience but less than two years of experience * 5. How many years of experience do you have querying databases? Five or more years of experience Three years of experience but less than five years of experience One year of experience but less than three years of experience * 6. How many years of working knowledge do you have with Texas Identification Number System (TINS), the Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS), the Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS), the Statewide Payroll/Personnel Reporting System (SPRS), or the Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS)? * 7. How many years of experience do you have with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) including developing trading partner agreements, data mapping, and implementation? * 8. How many years of working knowledge do you have of Query Management Facility (QMF), Time Sharing Option (TSO), and/or Teradata Queryman? * 9. How many years of experience do you have in a payment-processing environment including the ACH network?

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TEXAS COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS invites applications for the position of: Statement of Work Analyst JOB POSTING #: 2Q3201.16 STATE CLASSIFICATION #: 1960 STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: SALARY GROUP: