Business Analyst, Information Technology

(12-month contract)

Department:       Information Technology
Position Type:    Temporary, Full-time (35 hrs./week)
Location:            Essex, Ontario
Posting #:          COE-15-26
Opening Date:    March 9, 2026
Internal Closing Date: March 16, 2026
Closing Date:      March 22, 2026
 

Role Snapshot (Our Elevator Pitch!)

Are you a strategic thinker who excels at identifying business needs and delivering technology-driven solutions? Do you thrive on optimizing workflows and improving business processes? The County of Essex is looking for a Business Analyst to work closely with stakeholders, IT teams, and leadership to ensure technology solutions align with organizational goals. If you're ready to make an impact, we invite you to join our team.

Why Work With Us?

The County, as we like to call ourselves, is an upper-tier municipal government organization, providing programs and services to approximately 193,000 residents within the Essex County region and some shared services to approximately 422,000 within the Windsor-Essex region.
We operate in Canada’s warmest and southernmost County, surrounded on three sides by water and blessed with unrivalled opportunities for boating, fishing, cycling, golfing and other recreational pursuits. One of Ontario’s best-kept secrets, the County offers an affordable mix of urban and rural living with easy access to world-class amenities and schools. We are located next to the urban center of Windsor and just minutes from downtown Detroit. With comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture built on respect and inclusivity, we are proud to support our people in achieving their goals.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will be responsible for:

1. Requirements Gathering and Analysis
   • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and objectives.
   • Elicit, document, and analyze business requirements to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
2. Process Mapping and Improvement
   • Analyze and model current business processes using tools like flowcharts or BPMN diagrams.
   • Identify areas for optimization and recommend improved processes to enhance efficiency.
3. Documentation and Communication
   • Develop functional specifications, process flows, use cases, and business rules.
   • Clearly communicate findings, recommendations, and requirements to stakeholders and technical teams.
4. Solution Design and Evaluation
   • Work with IT teams to design technical solutions that meet business requirements.
   • Evaluate and propose enhancements to systems and workflows to support business strategies.
5. Change Management and Training Support
   • Assist in implementing changes by coordinating with teams and facilitating user training.
   • Provide support during transitions to new systems or processes, ensuring stakeholders understand the impact.
6. Testing and Quality Assurance
   • Develop and execute test plans to ensure solutions meet requirements.
   • Collaborate with QA teams to identify defects and verify that changes do not negatively impact existing processes.
7. Other Duties as Assigned
   • Support various departmental initiatives and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

What You Bring

Education and Commitment to Growth:

• • College diploma or university degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or Information Systems.

Preferred Certifications:

• • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
  • Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Experience and Expertise:

• • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst in an IT environment.
  • Experience working with business stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and implement changes in a technology-driven context.
  • Proven experience with process mapping and improvement methodologies (e.g., BPMN, Lean, Six Sigma) is an asset.

Skills and Abilities:

• • Strong understanding of core business processes and operations.
  • Proven expertise in business and technical requirements analysis, elicitation, modeling, and verification.
  • Experience in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of software, hardware, and system solutions.
  • Ability to create detailed, consistent requirements specifications in both technical and user-friendly language.
  • Proficiency in applying statistical and research methods to systems and processes.
  • Strong project management skills, including knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and creative thinking abilities.
  • High attention to detail and a logical, efficient approach to work.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Other Requirements:

• • A valid Class “G” Ontario driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for work-related purposes
  • Ability to provide a Ministry of Transportation Driver Abstract and Police Information Check

What We Are Offering

As a CUPE 2974.1 position, this role is on Band 11 with a starting hourly rate of $35.71  is just the beginning. The benefit package is second to none and the defined benefit plan of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (O.M.E.R.S) is a pension system sought by many.

The Application Journey

Your journey starts here. Submit your application online at the Career Opportunities section of our website at www.countyofessex.ca by March 22, 2026. If selected, you will be contacted by our HR team to participate in our hiring process.
We believe in a thoughtful and transparent hiring process designed to identify the best candidate for the role while allowing you to learn about us. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Application Submission
Submit your application, including a tailored resume and cover letter, through our online portal by March 22, 2026. Be sure to highlight your experience in communications and employee engagement and your passion for enhancing workplace culture.
2. Initial Screening
Our hiring team will review applications to shortlist candidates whose skills, qualifications, and experience closely match the role’s requirements.
3. Phone Interview
Shortlisted candidates will participate in a 15-minute phone interview to discuss their background, interest in the role, and alignment with our organizational culture.
4. Comprehensive Interview Panel
Selected candidates will be invited to a panel interview. This stage will focus on your experience with:

• Business analysis expertise and experience
• Process improvement skills
• Communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

The panel will include representatives from Information Technology, HR, and the organization to ensure a holistic evaluation.
5. Assessment
You’ll be asked to present a brief communication or engagement plan to showcase your creativity and organizational understanding.
6. Offer and Onboarding

If selected, you’ll receive a formal offer outlining the terms of employment. Upon acceptance, our onboarding team will work with you to ensure a smooth transition, including introductions to your team, access to tools and systems, and a comprehensive overview of your first 90 days.

The County of Essex embraces diversity and inclusion in our workforce and workplace. We are committed to building inclusive teams and an equitable environment for people to be themselves. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate needs under human rights legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please let us know of any accommodations through [email protected]. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. This information can be made available in alternate formats upon request.

Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used for employment opportunities only.