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Need Locals only Madison College *One position is requested; hiring will be dependent on quality of candidates submitted and fit with desired needs. Madison College intends to procure contracted services for a: Business Systems Analyst; This technical consultant will report directly to the Director Project Management, Infrastructure. Consultant Titles: “Business Systems Analyst - IT Infrastructure/ Application Upgrade” Background Madison College will be updating its campus solutions environment. The goal of Madison College is to document new processes, procedures and systems. Madison College at a glance includes: • District servicing ~12 counties (5 core) – 4,414 square miles of territory – 750,000 population served – 225 municipalities, 40 school districts • College : – 40,000+ students; ~9,500 FTEs (Full-Time Equivalent) – 9 locations across district and Madison – 170 programs, 60 career and technical degrees, 3 college transfers, 5 2-year technical diplomas, 19 apprenticeships, 70 certificates, plus basic skills and customized trainings Madison College anticipates this project effort to last 9 months. This Business Systems Analyst should have strong understanding of IT Infrastructure. Exposure and understanding of the Microsoft suite of tools within a Cloud environment (Office 365) is strongly desired. Experience working with PeopleSoft is a strong plus. Basic Qualifications – Business Analyst • Strong Analysis and Requirements Development background. • Strong knowledge of IT Infrastructure, possessing the ability to clarify information from subject matter experts and convey to diagrams and written description documentation. • Must understand the technical aspects of IP addresses and experience creating network diagrams. • Strong knowledge of application process and SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) to clearly document, new and revised processes, operational run books and general system documentation. • Experience with large change initiatives. • Ability to create clear, concise and relevant requirements, training materials and other documentation. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential. • Well-developed skills with Visio, MS-Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word • Strong teamwork and communication skills working within a large diverse team. • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential. • Experienced working in a deadline-driven environment, handling and prioritizing multiple tasks. • Excellent conceptual, problem solving, and analytical skills. • Ability to work independently or as a member of a team on complex tasks. • Demonstrated competency in documenting solutions for both technical and functional audiences. Desired Proactive Behaviors · Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. · Energy and initiative in solving problems. · Ability to follow all possible avenues to get the job done. · Adaptable - undertake a variety of tasks willingly. · Ability to switch from complex to routine tasks when required. · Work effectively with a variety of personalities and work styles. · Quality - demonstrate appropriate quality and thoroughness in the work. · Decisive - ability to make decisions quickly when faced with multiple options. · Ability to influence others in decided course of action. · Integrity - act with personal integrity at all times. · Professional - work within your team's processes. · Have a positive approach to work. · Confront problems, propose solutions and take ownership through to resolution or ensure a clear hand-off. Education and Qualifications · 3 – 5 years analytical problem solving, Business Systems analyst experience. Response Responses should assume an intended project start date of Monday, June 19, 2017 . Please provide a detailed resume(s) that indicates relevant experience only – degrees, years of work experience. Preference: Local candidates. Please limit your responses to verifiably qualified candidates. Qualified candidates may be invited to an interview. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Need Locals only
Madison College
One position is requested; hiring will be dependent on quality of candidates submitted and fit with desired needs.
Madison College intends to procure contracted services for a: Business Systems Analyst; This technical consultant will report directly to the Director Project Management, Infrastructure.
Consultant Titles: “Business Systems Analyst - IT Infrastructure/ Application Upgrade”
Madison College will be updating its campus solutions environment. The goal of Madison College is to document new processes, procedures and systems.
District servicing ~12 counties (5 core)
4,414 square miles of territory
750,000 population served
225 municipalities, 40 school districts
40,000+ students; ~9,500 FTEs (Full-Time Equivalent)
9 locations across district and Madison
170 programs, 60 career and technical degrees, 3 college transfers, 5 2-year technical diplomas, 19 apprenticeships, 70 certificates, plus basic skills and customized trainings
Madison College anticipates this project effort to last 9 months.
Basic Qualifications – Business Analyst
Strong Analysis and Requirements Development background.
Strong knowledge of IT Infrastructure, possessing the ability to clarify information from subject matter experts and convey to diagrams and written description documentation.
Must understand the technical aspects of IP addresses and experience creating network diagrams.
Strong knowledge of application process and SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) to clearly document, new and revised processes, operational run books and general system documentation.
Experience with large change initiatives.
Ability to create clear, concise and relevant requirements, training materials and other documentation.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Well-developed skills with Visio, MS-Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Strong teamwork and communication skills working within a large diverse team.

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