Department: Information Technology

Closing Date: Will remain open until filled

Competition Number: 23-126

Job Summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Business Analyst/Project Management Specialist. Under the direction of the Director, Information Technology, the Business Analyst/Project Management Specialist is the department’s knowledge lead for business analysis and project management. The incumbent works both internally with the department and with client departments to analyze current business practices, identify opportunities for process improvement or technological change, and assist in evaluation and business case development for proposed projects. The incumbent develops and maintains appropriate project governance structures and methodologies for use across all technology portfolio projects, provides recommendations and mentorship to develop and maintain strong project management competencies across the Information Technology Department, and acts as project manager on large technology projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Please see the job description PDF below. 

Requirements

Applicants must have a University degree in Information Technology, Finance, Business or a directly related field, as well as a minimum of 4 years of experience in delivery of project management and business analysis expertise with technology-based initiatives (e.g. software applications, hardware system integrations) in enterprise environments. Professional certification in project management (e.g. PMI-PMP, Certified ScrumMaster) and/or business analysis (e.g. PMI-PBA, IIBA-CBAP) is required, as well a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a unionized position. $56.68 per hour - after Probation (Jan 2024 Rate), based on a 35 hour work week. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

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