Climate Pollution Reduction Business Analyst (IT Business Analyst - Journey)

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP) is looking to fill an IT Business Analyst (Journey Level) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
 
Are you a seasoned IT professional with a passion for the environment?  We have an exciting new opportunity to be a part of a growing, enthusiastic team helping Washington create a better environmental future.  As the CPRP Business Analyst, you will provide guidance and assistance in the areas of IT business analysis and quality assurance on complex IT projects. In this role, you will support our team of CPRP developers with systems design, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of new and existing applications in our agile development environment.  Some of your responsibilities will include:
 
 

• Requirements elicitation: serve as a facilitator with our business users to develop detailed application requirements.
• Knowledge Sharing: Foster a culture of knowledge sharing within the CPRP team, facilitating learning opportunities and sharing best practices to enhance collective expertise.
• Innovation and Improvement: Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the CPRP team, exploring new technologies and methodologies to enhance our systems and processes.
• Adaptability: Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, embracing change and proactively seeking solutions to challenges as they arise.
• Troubleshooting: support business users working to provide solutions to our customers.
• Training: serve as Climate Pollution Reduction’s subject matter expert to train CPRP office staff on operation of CPRP systems.
• Engagement: Act as a key point of contact for interested parties, ensuring their needs and concerns are effectively addressed throughout the project lifecycle.

Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.   

Program Mission: The CPRP’s mission is to implement policies and programs to reduce carbon emissions in the state of Washington so that the state meets its statutory greenhouse gas emission limits. The CPRP focuses long term, requiring creative and strategic decision making for implementation to achieve broad statewide and interstate success reducing carbon emissions in the state of Washington so residents have a healthy environment and climate.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will have flexibility of a hybrid schedule, empowering work from home and office, providing less time in traffic and shrinking your carbon footprint. This position will be eligible for up to an 80% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled; we will review applications on November 8, 2024. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 7, 2024. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. 

Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver,  Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP),  Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *Click here for more information 
 

About the Department of Ecology

Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan. 

Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.

Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.

Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.

Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.

 
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. 

 

Duties

What makes this role unique?
As Business Analyst for the Information Technology Section of the Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP), you will directly contribute to the program’s mission through highly complex, large-scale software projects to support timely implementation of the program’s high impact climate portfolio, such as the Cap-and-Invest Program, Clean Fuel Standard, Hydrofluorocarbons, greenhouse gas tracking and reporting, and more.  
 
What you will do:
 

• Work with the IT Project Manager to apply in-depth business expertise and analytical processes to the planning, design and implementation of CPRP IT scientific information systems to meet the needs of the program, involving technical writing to develop Project Charters, Decision Packages (DP), and other project management artifacts.
• Facilitate requirements-gathering meetings and workshops across multiple environmental programs in CPRP to gain an understanding of their business requirements for software development or process improvement projects.
• Utilize your skills to interpret data insights, helping to yield strategic business outcomes and optimize the performance of CPRP systems.
• Document and organize requirements so they are testable and traceable and useable in an Agile environment.
• Assist with UX structure and design including accessibility requirements.
• Develop Quality Assurance (QA) plans and guide the project team to test designed solutions to evaluate if they meet business needs.
• Assist with developing training curricula to include data dictionaries, end-user guidance documents, and training videos, so that end-users are proficient in using CPRP systems.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:

 

• 30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
• 20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent

Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.

A total of six years of experience and/or education as described below:
 

• Experience in: business analysis of Information Technology (IT) projects and/or agency-wide initiatives.
• Education involving: major study in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT), Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), Business Administration, or closely related field.

All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
 

Possible Combinations: College credit hours or degree - as listed above: Years of required experience - as listed above

Combination 1; No college credit hours or degree; 6 years of experience

Combination 2; I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits; 5 years of experience

Combination 3; I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (an Associate’s degree), OR I have completed a two-year vocational training program in IT; 4 years of experience

Combination 4; I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits; 3 years of experience

Combination 5; A Bachelor's Degree; 2 years of experience

Combination 6; A Master's Degree or higher; 1 year of experience

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: 

• A background check will be conducted, which may include criminal record history, fingerprinting, and credit history. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.

 

• A Bachelor’s degree with a focus on Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or business analysis or related field.
• Four years of business analysis experience on IT projects that cross program or agency boundaries.
• Certification of Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA) or as a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) through the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), OR completion of a business analyst certification from a university or college.
• Familiarity with Washington’s Climate Commitment Act laws and rules.

Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.

Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Supplemental Information

Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.


Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?

 

• Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
• If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
• If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
• If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology.  

Application Instructions:
It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.

 

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
• A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.  
 
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

 

• Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
• Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.

Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:

Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.

Application Attestation: 
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. 

Other Information:

If you have specific questions about the position, please email Wilfred Humeny at: Wilfred.Humeny@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Wilfred to inquire about the status of your application.
 
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov

Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.

Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.

To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.

Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.   

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.