The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), Office of Education Technology, Division of School Data Services in Frankfort (Franklin County) has an opening for IT Business Analyst.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze business processes and collaborate between internal and external stakeholders for the development, maintenance, and improvement of Information Technology (IT) systems solutions.
Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the Kentucky Student Information System (KSIS)/Infinite Campus to effectively support operations and recommend innovative solutions to enhance data quality and utilization. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and prioritize programmatic and business requirements, ensuring alignment with the agency's strategic objectives and needs for data collection and reporting.
Assist in implementing and managing specific software programs, including KSIS Infinite Campus. Provide user support and troubleshoot technical issues. Identify risks and develop strategies to ensure successful delivery according to data standards, within scope and timelines. Collaborate with KDE and district users to support Infinite Campus use through data standards, system documentation, and training resources.
Participate in quality assurance activities for system releases by creating test plans, test cases, and performing testing tasks. Establish acceptance criteria to ensure successful system updates and changes. Lead or assist in data quality assurance for reporting, including developing reports, test plans, test cases, and acceptance criteria for data output.
Apply analytical skills to monitor data quality using tools such as Excel and Structured Query Language (SQL). Communicate internally and with program areas on the status of outstanding requests and initiatives. Promote system functionality and reporting tools through well-written communication. Follow the agency's Style Guide and 508 Accessibility requirements to draft internal and external communications and documentation.
Conduct system process analysis and recommend collection and reporting solutions to streamline workflows and increase efficiency. Gather, define, and document data requirements, and communicate them to internal and external programmers. Collaborate with technical teams to design solutions that meet programmatic district requirements and leverage emerging technologies.
Analyze business processes and collaborate between internal and external stakeholders for the development, maintenance, and improvement of Information Technology (IT) systems solutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree OR a graduate of a college or university with an associate's degree in IT or related field OR certification in an IT-related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
One year of systems analysis, IT support, business administration, public administration, or a related field of experience.
SUBSTITUTION:
EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
A master's degree in IT, business or public administration, or a related field will substitute for the experience requirement on a year-for-year basis.
EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Two years of additional experience in computer programming, systems analysis, IT services, research and statistics, business administration, public administration, or a related field will substitute for the education requirement.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
None.
Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check.
Applicants currently under contract with a local school district are required to provide a written release from their superintendent prior to an offer of employment will be given.
Pay Grade: 14
Gross Monthly Salary Range: $4,906.20
Position Number: 31170084
NOTE: This position is eligible for consideration for a hybrid schedule that allows for a combination of three in-office workdays and approved alternative work scheduling. Telework will not be permitted outside the state of Kentucky. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
For further information concerning the application process, go to the following link: Personnel Cabinet
Inquiries for this position should be directed to: Kanaka Aspari, Division of Resource Management, 300 Sower Blvd., 4th Floor, Frankfort, KY 40601; Fax: 502-564-6771; Email: kanaka.aspari@education.ky.gov
The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 999-897-7781 or E-Verify website
The closing date to apply for this position is May 15, 2025.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D