Software Testing & Requirements Business Associate (bpa 1)

Software Testing & Requirements Business Associate (BPA 1) Office of Information Services (OIS) – Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) What You Will Do The STARS Business Associate contributes to clear and accurate requirements development, consistent project coordination, and effective communication between business partners and technical teams in order to deliver high‑quality IT solutions. Gather and analyze business requirements with system users and stakeholders. Facilitate requirements‑gathering sessions, document business problems, and capture technical details. Create and review process and flow diagrams to support solution design and decision‑making. Translate program policies, regulations, and user needs into actionable business and technical requirements. Validate requirements for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project goals. Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and project teams to clarify expectations and promote collaboration. Contribute to cross‑application analysis and planning to reduce delays and support timely delivery of system enhancements. Schedule & Location Full‑time. Standard workdays Monday‑Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The position is headquartered in an ODJFS facility in Columbus, Akron, or Dayton, based on proximity to the applicant’s home address. Travel State travel to counties and third‑party locations for risk assessments and audits (approx. one week/month). State vehicle will be available for use; no overnight trips. Qualifications Minimum experience and education requirements: 36 months of experience in creating & coordinating technical and business requirements, or 18 months of experience plus completion of an Associate’s core program in Computer Science or Information Systems, or 12 months of experience plus completion of an undergraduate core program in Computer Science or Information Systems, or Other equivalent qualifications as deemed acceptable by the agency. Pay Information Hourly pay range: $33.52 – $49.18. Step progression starts at $33.52 (Step 1) and increments annually through Step 9. Pay increases with continued employment and cost‑of‑living adjustments. Benefits Medical coverage Free dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums after eligibility Paid time off (vacation, personal, sick leave) and 11 paid holidays Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave Education and development opportunities (development funds, loan forgiveness) Public retirement systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and optional deferred compensation Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodations. Background Check All final candidates will undergo a criminal background check, and may require drug testing or fingerprinting as necessary. Accessibility and Drug‑Free Workplace Ohio is a disability‑inclusion state and requires reasonable accommodations. This position is subject to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr