Business Systems Analyst

**BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST - AMI REGRESSION TESTER**

**COMPETITION #22-180**

**DEPARTMENT: Information Technology STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (1 year with the possibility of**

**extension)**

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**HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week SALARY: $81,779 - $96,625 annually (2021 rates)**

**plus benefits
**The City of New Westminster’s Information Technology Division is seeking an experienced individual who will be responsible
for testing and integration assistance with an advanced metering infrastructure implementation project. In this position, you
will be reporting to the Manager of IT Applications and joining a group of Business Systems Analysts. This role would execute
business and user requirements. You will also be expected to take on other related duties as operationally required. The
position requires a considerable degree of independent judgement and action within established guidelines.

**If many of the following characteristics and skills describe you, we want to meet you**

You have a Bachelor’s degree from a reputable post-secondary institution in Computer Sciences, Engineering,
Information Technology, or related discipline.

You have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Systems Analyst. Preferred minimum of 4 years of functional
and regression testing experience or equivalent would be an asset. This includes experience in developing and executing

Experience in performing IT tasks associated with an AMI implementation.

Experience in testing complex end to end systems related to smart metering projects.

Experience using HP Quality Center or similar for defect tracking and test case management.

You have considerable understanding of relational database structure and analytical tools. Significant experience with
SQL would be an asset.

You have the ability to develop and implement functional and regression testing deliverables including test plan, test cases
and test reports.

You have the ability to execute testing activities to ensure successful execution of integration, functional and regression
testing objectives.

You have the ability to identify, analyze, and document testing defects by consulting with developers and business
analysts to support the Technology group’s defect management activities.

You have a thorough understanding of SQL querying to backend systems to validate presentation tier results.

You have a thorough understanding of networking, firewall, cloud services, and server systems.

You have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of internal contacts and to
provide advice and assistance on matters related to the work. This position requires substantial collaboration within IT
as well as between departments within the City and external vendors.

You have the ability to document, analyze and assess a variety of information, identify priorities and resources and
propose alternative business processes.

You have the ability to analyze and evaluate data and information required for programming and computer systems
purposes and to develop logical solutions to solve problems.

You have sound working knowledge of software development methodologies, quality processes and testing
methodologies and tools.

You have the ability to listen to feedback from passionate stakeholders that do not have a technical background and
communicate effectively orally and in writing and to present proposals that address this feedback in non-technical
language.

You are able to work autonomously and also fit well in a team environment.

You have excellent analytical, trouble shooting and problem solving skills.

You have the ability to plan, develop, and host engaging visual presentations for stakeholders. Able to participate in
project status meetings and communicate progress to team lead.

representative to close/fill the gap on functional and regression test requirements.

You have the ability to perform assigned duties under minimum supervision.
- To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community_**_; _**_women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals_**_,_**_ persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or _
- expression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest. _
- New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. _
- ' It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land. _
- We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on. _
- We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. _
- This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada._