Business Analyst I - Stockton, United States - Community Partnership for Families of San Joaquin

Description

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Community Partnership For Families Of San Joaquin (Cpfsj) Is A 501(C)(3) Non-profit Organization That Provides Tools, Resources And Connections Through Partnerships To Help Families Improve Their Quality Of Life. Founded In 1998 In Stockton, California, Cpfsj Has Nearly 20 Years Of Experience Operating Family Resource Centers As A Platform To Build Strong, Resourceful And Financially Self-sufficient Families In San Joaquin County.

Community Partnership for Families of San Joaquin (Cpfsj) Operates Family Resource Centers Throughout San Joaquin County. Each Family Resource Center Hosts a Multitude of Family and Youth Services. Cpfsj Provides Youth and Family Case Management, Employment Navigation, Court Navigation, Ab109 Case Management, Ab109 Employment and Training, Family Needs Assessments, Food Distribution, Clothing Distribution, Community Engagement Opportunities and Community Events

• We strive to assist families to achieve the following outcomes through various programs :
• Nurtured children and homes free from violence and neglect
• Youth that are ready to learn when they enter school and are able to pursue education and employment programs and opportunities as they grow
• Healthy children services with access to appropriate healthcare
• Economic self-sufficiency
• Community programs that keep communities safe and secure which allow for local businesses to invest

The business analyst will support the agency in its efforts in making data driven decisions by developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating data collection systems and methods. This job will directly support the admin team by providing on-demand data regarding the agencies policies and practices based on system wide data. Additionally, the position will ensure timely submission of required reports.

Essential Duties:

• Identify, collect, and analyze business cycle information, including key performance indicators, in order to conduct process improvement activities; using data analysis tools and system queries, learns to correctly select, analyze and interpret business data and identify business trends.
• Conduct analytic and data-based studies of departmental business functionality, including financial, program, and/or operational activities; using explanatory and predictive modeling methods, learns to develop business scenarios, options, priorities and alternatives and prepare cost and revenue projections.
• Prepares analytical reports outlining study findings as well as process improvement solutions and analyses; learns to develop cost allocations and indirect cost rate proposals based on third-party payer and/or other requirements.
• Design and develop solution testing plans, strategies and quality management tools; reviews solution defects and makes strategy adjustments as needed.
• Provide business process subject matter expertise for, and coordination of, information technology projects; helps define business process needs and serves as a liaison to information technology staff regarding the development, modification, and/or maintenance of automated systems.
• Helps monitor and maintain the quality and integrity of data stored in and/or processed through core business applications and databases; maintains data tables and references; downloads/uploads data sets; identifies opportunities for improving databases, data sets, and reports utilized by the department and recommends changes as appropriate.
• Defines and conducts best practice studies by researching other departments and/or agencies; responds to a variety of information requests from both inside and outside the department.
• Prepares and presents a variety of financial, statistical, and narrative documents, including charts, tables, and other visual data tools; prepares and answers correspondence and questionnaires; makes graphic and oral presentations to individuals and groups.
• Develops and recommends policy statements for management approval. Family Resource Related duties, which include (inclusive, but not exhaustive): administering client assessments, reviewing and servicing client files, working on client cases, and assisting at agency related events.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work within a team context.
• Able to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Proficient in languages of family's served
• Intermediate to Advanced office and computer skills to conduct business and complete data entry.
• Intermediate to Advanced computer proficiency including Word, Excel, and other software programs.
• Excellent communications and writing skills.
• Willingness to be flexible with work schedules and assignments.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent time management
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Highly reliable
• Knowledge of Apricot Social Solutions Database or similar

Education, License Requirements and Skills:

** Education:** Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business analytics, computer science, mathematics, finance, business or public administration, or a closely-related field. OR

Pattern II:

Education: Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university with a major in business analytics, computer science, mathematics, finance, business or public administration, or a closely-related AND Experience: Two years conducting professional, quantitative analyses of financial, programmatic, and/or operational business data utilizing business analytics methodologies, as well as developing and presenting process improvement recommendations.

OR

Pattern III:

Experience: 5 years conducting professional, quantitative analyses of financial, programmatic, and/or operational business data utilizing business analytics methodologies,

The Partnership welcomes applications from individuals who do not currently meet the educational requirements but can demonstrate a mastery of the core functions. This includes use of web-based relational databases, intermediate level use of MS office, and basic informative statistics.

• Must be authorized to work in United States.
• Must be proficient in computer applications and (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Must provide own transportation and have a valid driver's license and provide proof of insurance.
• Must pass a criminal background check by Livescan and pre-emmployment drug screen.
• Fund-raising and resource development experience.

Compensation and Benefits:

The Agency provides a competitive wage. The positon is full-time, year-round. Our staff become eligible to enroll into the Agency's benefit prgoram on the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment. The Agency also offers a generous benefit credit to assist and offset the cost of healthcare expenses. The Agency offers a comprehensive health plan which includes medical, dental, vision, FSA childcare and medical and a 401k Plan. The Agency also provides a competitive and generous time off policy to its staff.

Physical Requirements of the Job

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to stand and walk for a long period of time, bend, reach, grasp, push, pull and move, lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds at waist height.
• Employees in this position will be required to work indoors in a standard office environment, outdoor activities such as outreach to target neighborhoods and schools, and will have direct contact with CPF's leadership staff, other agencies and the public.
• Must be able to travel occasionally for meetings and events as it relates to your duties.

CPFSJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.