The Railroad Commission of ITS Division requires the services of one experienced Business Analyst technical resource, preferably with RRC Oil and Gas systems knowledge/experience, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of a Business Analyst Level 3 in emerging technology, and the specifications outlined in this document.
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Railroad Commission may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by law. Railroad Commission of will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
The Worker will perform advanced (senior-level) business analysis work related to implementing complex, emerging technology hardware and software projects for the Mainframe Transformation Program at the Railroad Commission of (RRC).
Duties involve use of multiple methods in gathering, developing, and documenting requirements; the review, assessment, and development of business processes; the creation and validation of user acceptance testing; and research and special project support provided to users. This role will work under limited to minimal direction, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
This position will be responsible for analysis and documentation in the implementation of multiple inter-related projects (including implementation of software applications in Software as a Service (SaaS) or Commercial off the Shelf (COTS), migration of data from the mainframe to the new systems and building a Data Warehouse). Ensures that deliverables and materials are produced and maintained in accordance with established processes and procedures, are of consistent quality, and use accepted business analysis methodologies. May assign and/or supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
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Experience |
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8+ |
Required |
Business analysis experience on software development projects including: the preparation of project related documentation. |
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8+ |
Required |
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, analytical, written/verbal/ presentation communication skills in English (specifically technical writing); and well versed with MS Office suite of products and prototyping/screen mock-up tools such as Visio, SnagIt, Adobe Illustrator, or Axure. |
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8+ |
Required |
Hands-on requirements elicitation; client management and technical documentation including traceability, use cases, prototyping, and data modeling. |
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8+ |
Required |
Facilitating interactive sessions with business and cross functional teams. |
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8+ |
Required |
Strong analysis experience and expertise in assessing Productio n Support issues to determine Root Cause and document items needed for data or system correction. |
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8+ |
Required |
Developing/maintaining an understanding of key business drivers /impacts, assisting clients with identifying and solving business |
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8+ |
Required |
Facilitating analysis of business and functional requirements and design of technology specifications, working with business / functional personnel. |
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8+ |
Required |
Defining functional design and systems specifications; preparing/ reviewing/delivering completed packages. |
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8+ |
Required |
Participating in and providing guidance to Business and Functional Units in developing and completing user acceptance testing, training, and implementation-related activities. |
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Preferred |
Familiarity with mainframe environments; SQL; Salesforce environments; Remedyforce; Core Java / J2EE development environment, and relational databases. |
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Preferred |
Experience with process improvement strategies and methodologies. |
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Preferred |
Proven ability to lead change and design more efficient processes. |
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Preferred |
Experience in Oil and Gas industry as well as general |
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compliance and enforcement related projects as a Business Analyst. |
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Preferred |
Proven ability to work compatibly within multifaceted teams; resolve conflict; and deal with challenging situations. |
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Preferred |
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related discipline or equivalent work experience. |
Services are expected to start May 01, 2025 and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2025. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 628 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing, which will be determined in July or August of 2025 based on RRC funding availability for the next fiscal year.
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Railroad Commission of . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. A consistent work schedule will be determined with input from selected candidates based on workload and assignments.
The primary work location(s) will be Work from Home. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Railroad Commission of will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Railroad Commission.
RRC reserves the right to alter, amend or modify any provisions of this solicitation, or to withdraw this solicitation, at any time prior to the award of a Work Order pursuant hereto, if it is determined by RRC to be in the best interest of the State to do so.