IT Business Analyst - Commonwealth of Kentucky : Job Details

Advertisement Closes 8/15/2025 (8:00 PM EDT) 25-04734 IT Business Analyst Pay Grade14 Salary $3,496.04 - $4,699.50 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Education & Labor Cabinet | Department of Education Location 300 Sower Boulevard Frankfort, KY 40601 USA The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute on a hybrid schedule. The agency may terminateor modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time. Telework will not be permitted outside the state ofKentucky. Description The Kentucky Department of Education is a service agency of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and part of theEducation and Workforce Development Cabinet. The department provides resources and guidance to Kentucky'spublic schools and districts as they implement the state's P-12 education requirements. The department alsoserves as the state liaison for federal education requirements and funding opportunities. The department is led by an appointed commissioner of education, who is hired by and answers to the 11-memberKentucky Board of Education. Offices are administered by associate commissioners, and divisions within thoseoffices are administered by division directors. The department employs approximately 425 Frankfort-based workers; 175 employees in support of the KentuckySchool for the Blind (Jefferson County) and Kentucky School for the Deaf (Boyle County); and about 518employees at the 50 Area Technology Centers across the state. OUR MISSION:To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provideleadership and support to ensure success for each and every student. OUR CORE VALUES:

• Equity
• Achievement
• Collaboration
• Integrity

The department seeks to hire a smart, experienced, hardworking and dependable IT Business Analyst to join ourdedicated team. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, challenging andprofessional environment. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learningpotential, while receiving a steady income and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application! Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• 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 dataquality and utilization. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze and prioritize programmatic and businessrequirements, ensuring alignment with the agency's strategic objectives and needs for data collection andreporting.
• Assist in implementing and managing specific software programs, including KSIS Infinite Campus. Provideuser support and troubleshoot technical issues. Identify risks and develop strategies to ensure successfuldelivery according to data standards, within scope and timelines. Collaborate with KDE and district users tosupport Infinite Campus use through data standards, system documentation, and training resources.
• Participate in quality assurance activities for system releases by creating test plans, testcases, and performing testing tasks. Establish acceptance criteria to ensure successful system updates andchanges. 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 StyleGuide and 508 Accessibility requirements to draft internal and external communications and documentation.
• Conduct system process analysis and recommend collection and reporting solutions to streamlineworkflows and increase efficiency. Gather, define, and document data requirements, and communicate them tointernal and external programmers. Collaborate with technical teams to design solutions that meet programmaticdistrict requirements and leverage emerging technologies.
• Analyze business processes and collaborate between internal and external stakeholders for thedevelopment, maintenance, and improvement of Information Technology (IT) systems solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities; paid continuing education
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee resource groups
• Employee recognition

Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test andbackground check. 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. Substitute 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. Substitute 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 Working Conditions Work is typically performed in an office environment. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kanaka Aspari at [email protected] or 502-###-####. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D