Junior Business Analyst – Data Mapping

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist the NOAA BA Subject Matter Expert (SME) in documenting the consultation requirements of NOAA Fisheries, along with characteristics of data systems and standards for species data.

• Perform thorough analysis of source data structures from NOAA Fisheries for schema harmonization and mapping from source to target.

• Create documentation for NOAA Fisheries-specific user stories and acceptance criteria related to species display, habitat designation, and template content.

• Provide support during NOAA Fisheries SME requirements workshops, including capturing meeting notes, decisions, and action items.

• Aid in the development of pilot consultation scenarios specific to NOAA Fisheries for both marine-only and anadromous species consultation types.

• Monitor and track the review and approval processes of deliverables by NOAA Fisheries SMEs that require authorization.

• Assist in creating training materials and job aids directed at partner offices.

• Maintain traceability matrices that connect NOAA Fisheries requirements to implemented features and test cases.

• Compile NOAA Fisheries-specific content for progress reports and the final year-end report.

• Support the integration of marine and anadromous species data into the existing FWS platform to create a cohesive experience for ESA-listed species.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience, a Master's degree with no professional experience, an Associate's degree with 4 years of professional experience, or a High School diploma/equivalent with 6 years of professional experience is required.

• U.S. Citizenship is mandatory.

• Capability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance is essential.

• All work must be conducted within the United States.

• Experience in supporting business analysis within federal IT or data programs is necessary.

• Proven ability in writing user stories, acceptance criteria, and requirements documentation is required.

• Experience in supporting data mapping or requirements analysis for data integration is essential.

• Strong skills in facilitation and meeting documentation are necessary.

• Familiarity with NOAA Fisheries data systems or data related to marine/environmental science is preferred.

• Direct experience with NOAA Fisheries data systems or marine species databases is advantageous.

• Experience in supporting federal environmental regulatory programs is required.

• Experience in contributing to program status reports or monthly progress reports is essential.

• Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies is preferred.

• ECBA or CCBA certification is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential eligibility for overtime.

• Potential eligibility for shift differential.

• Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment, including for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.