Business Analyst

Title: Business Analyst Location: Hybrid in Oakland, CA Duration: 12 month contract with extensions Key Responsibilities • Conduct research, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support strategic decision-making. • Analyze large datasets using Excel (pivot tables, index matches, charts) and develop dashboards for project tracking • Translate regulatory and internal requirements into clear business and technical documentation • Collaborate with developers and technical teams to define requirements, testing criteria, and user documentation. • Support project close-out activities, including documentation and stakeholder communication. • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to support user adoption and understanding. • Maintain business requirements, data dictionaries, and API documentation. • Enhance accessibility of documentation (e.g., screen reader compatibility, plain language alternatives) Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree with a technical emphasis (e.g., Business, Engineering, Information Systems). • 2+ years of experience in business analysis or related field. • Proficient in Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Visio, Lucidchart). • Strong organizational and communication skills. • Ability to interpret and communicate gas work procedures, standards, and policies. • Experience working with offshore teams and cross-functional stakeholders. • Familiarity with GIS concepts and tabular data is a plus. Preferred Skills • Technical writing and documentation experience. • Experience in ESG, sustainability, or regulatory environments. • Creative problem-solving and process mapping expertise. • Flexibility in work hours and ability to work independently. • Understanding of electrical systems or willingness to learn. Compensation: $40.00-55.00/HR