Business Systems Analyst

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST

JOB ID: 6573

SHORT-TERM (14 MONTHS)/FULL-TIME

LOCATION: BURNABY, B.C

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

• Join one of BC's Top Employers
• Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they've helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they're here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

• In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees' current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
• Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
• Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
• Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program).
• An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
• Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST:

$92, $106, Annually)

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to a Manager in the IMT Enterprise Business Systems (EBS) or Analytics and Systems Development (ASD) units, the Business Systems Analyst is responsible for providing business analysis and functional support for core BC Housing business systems. He/she/they provides applications support to Business Support resources, leads business process modeling, proposes new/enhanced business processes, documents requirements, collaborates on technical requirements and specifications, and liaises with various IMT development and support teams. The position supports development of business cases, manages assigned projects, chairs project meetings, monitors new installs and services, resolves problems, coordinates release notes documentation and training programs, and participates in post-implementation reviews and performance analyses.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• University degree in Information Technology or other related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Considerable IT industry experience specifically focused on IT solutions and services, with experience in business analysis.
• Considerable experience in supporting enterprise-wide business systems and working with interfaces including troubleshooting issues.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Familiarity with Microsoft's low code/no-code tools, such as Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI, for building and automating business solutions.
• Knowledge of web-based business applications developed using Microsoft technologies, such as C#, SQL Server, and Azure services, to support requirements gathering and documentation.
• Considerable knowledge of project lifecycle concepts and the ability to apply them to small projects such as business process changes and data cleansing.
• Considerable knowledge of IT standards, system development life cycle, and IT development environments.
• Sound knowledge of business processes in a social housing environment, including finance, procurement, asset maintenance, project development and property management.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Commission's structure and business operations.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of a variety of information systems programs and business processes pertaining to accounting, procurement, maintenance and real estate management.
• Sound knowledge of feasibility, risk assessment, impact and cost-benefit analysis techniques and processes.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of systems technology trends and the ability to critically assess and evaluate those trends as they apply to the organization.
• Strong skills in business requirements gathering, process modelling and solution architecting including writing business requirement documents and/or polishing business documents.
• Excellent oral and written communication, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, organizational and time management skills.
• Strong project management, leadership and facilitation skills, and good negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to plan and manage moderate-sized projects, or portions of larger projects, manage teams of staff and contractors in the development, change management and implementation of systems, and work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them through to completion.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, Project, Visio, and SharePoint.
• Proficiency in the use of hardware technologies including servers, workstations, networks and operating systems.
• Criminal Record Check Required.

How to Apply:

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact

We didn't become one of BC's Top Employers and one of Canada's Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact to arrange a call.)