Volunteer Business Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description

Join Blue Sky Bank's team as a Business Analyst!

Analyze business needs. Lead projects. Deliver innovative banking solutions.

As a Business Analyst, you will serve as a key liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to design, implement, and support solutions that drive operational efficiency and strategic growth. This role requires strong business analysis, project management, and technical skills to evaluate business needs, define requirements, manage projects, and recommend best-practice solutions across the Bank's systems and applications.

Why Blue Sky Bank?

• Hybrid Work Arrangement - Achieve more with a hybrid work schedule that promotes flexibility, connection, and success.
• Benefits - Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes a starting accrual of three weeks of paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional benefits include a Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care FSA, voluntary accident and critical illness coverage, and 100% employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and group life/AD&D insurance, as well as optional voluntary life/AD&D coverage.
• Collaborative Environment - Work closely with executives, vendors, developers, engineers, and business units throughout the organization.
• Professional Growth - Expand your expertise in banking technology, data integration, process improvement, and project management.

What You'll Do

• Manage the overall design, execution, and delivery of assigned technical and non-technical projects
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and system requirements
• Recommend strategic solutions and best practices based on business needs and operational objectives
• Develop detailed process narratives, workflow documentation, and technical requirements
• Create and maintain project plans, executive summaries, functional designs, data models, and configuration workbooks
• Lead meetings, facilitate discussions, and build consensus among stakeholders
• Serve as Project Manager for assigned initiatives and ensure successful project completion
• Coordinate with developers, engineers, consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Manage change management processes and support organizational adoption of new solutions
• Conduct vendor management reviews and ensure compliance with the Bank's Vendor Management Policy
• Analyze and identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Monitor project progress, communicate status updates, and ensure deliverables are completed on time
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams and direct reports when assigned
• Coach and support team members through feedback, training, and performance guidance
• Act as a subject matter expert for current and future banking applications and technology platforms
• Support data integration initiatives and system implementation projects
• Utilize data and reporting tools to support business decision-making and operational improvements
• Communicate effectively with executive leadership regarding project goals, risks, and outcomes
• Research emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to support business objectives
• Maintain a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and Blue Sky Bank's mission and values

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field
• 2-5 years of consulting, business analysis, project management, or related experience
• 3-5 years of experience working with data integration
• Advanced understanding of business applications and information systems
• Proficiency in SQL
• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence and reporting platforms
• Experience creating technical specifications, process documentation, and requirements definitions
• Knowledge of networking and server fundamentals
• Strong project management, organization, and time management skills
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and facilitation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and business processes
• Leadership skills with the ability to guide teams and influence stakeholders
• Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation for occasional travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the banking or financial services industry
• Experience working with Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions
• Experience working directly with developers, engineers, and software vendors
• Knowledge of cloud-based software solutions and integrations
• Advanced knowledge of bank products, services, and operational processes
• Experience leading enterprise-level projects and cross-functional teams