Business Analyst

Job Title: Business Analyst 5 Location: Lansing, MI, 48933 (Hybrid) Duration: 6+ Months Contract Top Skills & Years of Experience: 4 + years of proven experience as a business analyst - required 2 + years of experience working with grant management systems or government-funded programs - strongly desired Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft SharePoint, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Office - required Exposure to Complex IT web Applications, within the past 5 years Experience in gathering and documenting business feedback and incorporating changes into current processes Ability to lead meetings, conduct training & information sessions, communicate at a level appropriate to the audience, make oral and written reports and presentations Experience working as a liaison between the development team and project manager or business client in a software development project Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Required 1 Year Experience with Azure DevOps; including creating User Stories and queries Required 1 Year Experience with Federal, State or local grant management systems Experience developing wireframes, mockups, & prototypes in Figma or comparable design software Key Responsibilities: Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Facilitate meetings with business stakeholders, technical teams, and external consultants. Act as the primary point of contact for field consultants regarding application issues. Communicate issue status, resolutions, and updates to relevant stakeholders. Operational & Technical Liaison Manage and prioritize operational support requests and enhancement tickets in Azure DevOps. Collaborate with OSET and vendor teams to ensure timely resolution of technical issues. Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements. Leadership & Team Coordination Lead and mentor a team of business analysts. Delegate tasks effectively and ensure alignment with project goals. Facilitate and lead requirement-gathering sessions with both business and technical teams. Documentation & Knowledge Management Maintain comprehensive documentation on the project SharePoint site. Ensure all process changes and decisions are well-documented and accessible. Required Skills & Qualifications: 4 + years of proven experience as a business analyst. 2 + years of experience working with grant management systems or government-funded programs. Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. Leadership capabilities in cross-functional team environments. Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft SharePoint, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Office.