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About Republic Bank
Republic Bank’s values are built upon making an IMPACT for our clients, our associates and the communities we serve. (IMPACT stands for Innovate for the Future, Make it Easy, Provide Exceptional Service, Acknowledge & Celebrate Success, Commit to Caring and Thrive Together) The associates of Republic Bank are the key to our success as an organization and we value our associates. It’s one of the reasons we’ve been named as one of the Best Places to Work in Kentucky for the last seven years! For more information about the company, please visit www.republicbank.com.
POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES:
The Business Analyst is responsible for leading the efforts in collecting, analyzing, verifying, and communicating requirements for approved projects to the business owners and project team members. This position must be able to quickly immerse themselves into processes so that they can have a thorough understanding of current processes, what is required, provide input, and translate the result into sound functional documentation. In addition, this position is the critical conduit between business owners, and technical staff. Additionally, this position will be required to assist in planning, scheduling, and general project tracking activities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum two (2) years information technology experience required.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in business analysis, systems installation, implementations, development, and/or quality assurance required.
• Successful completion of Project Management CAPM or PMP Certification preferred.
• Successful completion of Business Analysis CCBA or CBAP Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Business Analysis Knowledge Areas; basic understanding of system design concepts; knowledge of software usability principles, understanding of testing principles and processes; ability to write and review test cases.
• Strong MS Office skills required, including, but not limited to Excel, Word, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of data types and relational database systems (MS SQL Server).
• Basic knowledge of SharePoint and Team Foundation Server/Azure Dev Ops preferred.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Establish a positive working relationship with the Business Owners in your assigned areas.
• Identify and interview key stakeholders to develop detailed business rules for assigned projects.
• Knowledgeable of business processes and system workflows.
• Translate business rules and requirements into Functional Specifications.
• Facilitate meetings with Business, Development, Quality Assurance, and other stakeholders when needed, to refine and clarify specifications.
• Assist business owners in developing user acceptance testing plans for projects when needed.
• Manage change in requirements and communicate changes across project team.
• Track progress of assigned projects and be prepared to provide status updates, working with the stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Maintain a working knowledge of compliance requirements affecting your position and area of responsibilities and actively learn new regulations and assist in the implementation, if required.
• Model and foster behaviors that support the Bank’s values and corporate culture creating an atmosphere of trust, cooperation, accountability, and dedication to the organization.
• Willingly perform all other duties and projects as assigned.
INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
• Excellent verbal and written communication – ability to communicate in both technical and user environments.
• Ability to adequately document and describe processing requirements for software systems.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Detail oriented and well organized.
• Tolerance of ambiguity; ability to thrive in a fast paced, challenging and consistently changing work environment.
• Ability to solve problems in practical ways using innovation, good judgment, creativity, and strategic thinking.
• Ability to identify and clear roadblocks will.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the associate is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The associate frequently is required to stand or walk. The associate is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, and distance vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Travel between Republic Banking facilities is required.
• Occasional out-of-town travel is required.
• Flexible work schedule that will include some evenings and weekends.
• Stay abreast of new developments, best practices, and statutory and regulatory changes.
**The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
To apply for this job please visit www.republicbank.com.