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Salesforce Business Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site +1

Salesforce Certified Associate * Salesforce Certified Business Analyst Key Skills: * Salesforce experience working as a Business Analyst. * Requirements Gathering & Management - Expertise in ...

QGenda

Associate Salesforce Administrator

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

A formal certification is not required at the time of hire. However, because this role is designed ... Salesforce Certified Associate credential. * Basic experience utilizing a helpdesk ticketing ...

Bloomforth Corp

Enterprise Salesforce Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$69.75 - $86.50/hr

Minimum nine (9) years of professional job related experience with an Associate degree or seven (7) ... Salesforce Certified Application Architect or Certified System Architect. 3 or more of the ...

Bloomforth Corp

Enterprise Salesforce Architect

Mclean, VA · On-site

$69.75 - $86.50/hr

... Associate degree or seven (7) years with a Bachelor's degree or a minimum of five (5) years with a ... Certified System Architect. • 3 or more of the following Salesforce Certifications- • ...

Availity, LLC

Salesforce Developer III

$56.75 - $75.25/hr

Salesforce Certified Administrator - Preferred * Salesforce AI Associate - Preferred * Salesforce Agentforce Specialist - Preferred What you will be doing: * Serve as a technical resource for ...

Availity

Salesforce Developer III

$56.75 - $75.25/hr

Salesforce Certified Administrator - Preferred * Salesforce AI Associate - Preferred * Salesforce Agentforce Specialist - Preferred What you will be doing: * Serve as a technical resource for ...

Clientell

$41 - $54.25/hr

... Certified Administrator - Preferred * 5. Salesforce AI Associate - Preferred * 6. Salesforce Agentforce Specialist - Preferred What you will be doing * 1. Serve as a technical resource for Salesforce ...

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What is a Salesforce Certified Associate?

Salesforce Certified Associates are professionals who have earned a foundational certification from Salesforce, demonstrating their understanding of core Salesforce concepts, platform navigation, and essential functionality. This certification is ideal for individuals who are new to Salesforce and want to validate their basic knowledge of the platform. It serves as a stepping stone for more advanced Salesforce certifications and can help candidates start or advance their careers in Salesforce-related roles.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Salesforce Certified Associate?

As a Salesforce Certified Associate, your daily tasks often involve assisting in data management, generating reports, and supporting end-users with navigating the Salesforce platform. You may also help customize dashboards, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with other team members like sales, marketing, or IT to streamline business processes. This role is a great entry point, offering exposure to different parts of the organization and providing foundational experience for future advancement in Salesforce administration or development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Salesforce Certified Associate?

To thrive as a Salesforce Certified Associate, you need a foundational understanding of Salesforce CRM concepts, data management, and basic platform navigation, typically validated by earning the Salesforce Certified Associate credential. Familiarity with Salesforce tools such as Lightning Experience, AppExchange, and basic reporting features is essential. Strong problem-solving, communication, and attention to detail are important soft skills for collaborating with teams and supporting users. These abilities ensure accurate data handling, efficient support, and effective use of the Salesforce platform within organizations.

What is the difference between Salesforce Certified Associate vs Salesforce Administrator?

CriteriaSalesforce Certified AssociateSalesforce Administrator
Required CertificationsSalesforce Certified AssociateSalesforce Certified Administrator
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, support, and basic Salesforce tasksManaging Salesforce setup, user management, and process automation
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level roles across industries using SalesforceMid-level roles in organizations using Salesforce CRM
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding foundational Salesforce knowledgeManaging and optimizing Salesforce platform

The Salesforce Certified Associate is an entry-level certification focusing on basic Salesforce concepts, ideal for those starting in Salesforce roles. The Salesforce Administrator certification is more advanced, covering platform management and customization. While both roles work within the same environment, the Associate role is more support-oriented, whereas the Administrator handles ongoing platform management.

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Infographic showing various Salesforce Certified Associate job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 62% In-person, 15% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution.

Salesforce Business Analyst

Washington, DC • On-site, Remote

Sparibis
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Location: 100% Remote
Years' Experience: 3+ years professional experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree required
Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.
Required Certifications:
  • Salesforce Certified Associate
  • Salesforce Certified Business Analyst

Key Skills:
  • Salesforce experience working as a Business Analyst.
  • Requirements Gathering & Management - Expertise in eliciting and the defining of requirements and managing user stories, functional requirements, requirements analysis and acceptance criteria. Experience in translating requirements into viable concept design solutions.
  • Experience helping business stakeholders translate requests into meaningful software requirements/user stories and creating process flow diagrams.
  • MUST hold Salesforce Certified Associate AND Salesforce Certified Business Analyst certifications.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborates with stakeholders to elicit requirements, business process and operational scenarios.
  • Design Business Processes by analyzing stakeholder requirements, construct business process models, workflow charts and diagrams, evaluate system capabilities, and write specifications/user stories.
  • Facilitate Stakeholder Engagement - Conduct discovery sessions, workshops, and interviews to align business needs with technology solutions.
  • Translate Business Needs into Solutions - Bridge the gap between business users and technical teams by defining clear, scalable solutions.
  • Support requirements decomposition into user stories in an Agile Development lifecycle.
  • Facilitate the creation of functional and technical diagrams and related artifacts.
  • Write Clear & Actionable User Stories - Craft well-defined user stories, including acceptance criteria, to support Agile development.
  • Analyze & Improve Workflows - Assess existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and propose improvements.
  • Configure Systems for Prototyping - Set up basic configurations, such as fields, page layouts, and workflows, to validate business needs.
  • Will be responsible for assessing overall business needs and providing solutions as well as documenting and defining business requirements.
  • Develop process/control changes by identifying gaps/issues/areas for improvement, writing improved processes.
  • Map Salesforce capabilities, features and best practices against business and technical requirements. Will drive optimal utilization of Salesforce systems.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • 3+ year's experience as a Business Analyst.
  • Must have Salesforce experience.
  • Must be able to obtain a maintain a Secret security clearance.
  • Must have a Bachelor's Degree in an IT related field.
  • MUST hold Salesforce Certified Associate AND Salesforce Certified Business Analyst certifications.
  • Professional experience utilizing Salesforce.
  • Business Process Analysis, Mapping, and Optimization - Understanding how to analyze, document, and improve business processes across various industries.
  • Requirements Gathering & Management - Expertise in eliciting and the defining of requirements and managing user stories, functional requirements, requirements analysis and acceptance criteria. Experience in translating requirements into viable concept design solutions.
  • Experience facilitating the elicitation of requirements with business customers, system assessment teams, test teams etc. to ensure prioritization.
  • Experience with documenting business (BRD) and functional (FRD) requirements systems through entire System Design Life Cycle (SDLC).
  • Change Management & User Adoption - Awareness of strategies to drive adoption, train users, and manage change effectively within organizations.
  • Translate Business Needs into Solutions - Bridge the gap between business users and technical teams by defining clear, scalable solutions.
  • Write Clear & Actionable User Stories - Craft well-defined user stories, including acceptance criteria, to support Agile development.
  • Experience maintaining system protocols, architecture concepts, requirements, and associated design documents through traceability, updating procedures, analyzing system and program changes.
  • Salesforce Business Analysts should have the ability to listen to customer needs and convert them into Salesforce features they can then convey to the customer to help shape customers' expectations.
  • Demonstrated experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships in team environments and with other business organizations
  • Experience preparing technical reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Problem-Solving Mindset - Thinks critically and creatively to resolve business challenges with efficient solutions.
  • Adaptability & Flexibility - Navigates changing requirements and priorities with a solution-oriented approach.
  • Empathy & User-Centric Thinking - Understands the needs and challenges of end users to drive effective solution adoption.
  • Strong Written and Verbal Communication and Collaboration - Clearly articulates ideas, writes detailed documentation, and collaborates across business and technical teams.
  • Curiosity & Continuous Learning - Proactively stays updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.

About Sparibis
Sparibis LLC is a professional solution firm that Clients rely on to access the best talent to drive their business success.
Sparibis is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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