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- Computer Science
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BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST (I)

McMaster University -
Hamilton, ON

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Job details

Part-time | Full-time | Fixed term contract
$31.91–$44.92 an hour
6 days ago

Qualifications

Power BI
Business intelligence
Computer Science
Relational databases
Data structures
Data analysis skills
Bachelor's
Business requirements
Business
Data warehouse

Full job description

Job ID

77410

Job Title

BUSINESS SYSTEMS ANALYST (I)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Location

Central Campus

Open Date

2026/07/15

Job Type

Limited Term (>12 months)

Close Date

2026/08/04

Employee Group

Unifor Unit 1, Staff

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Department

CCE Central Administration

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Salary Grade/Band

Grade 8

Salary Range

$31.91 - $44.92 (hourly)

Job Code

JD0627

Existing Vacancy

Yes - Newly Created Position

Contract Duration

12.2 Months

Target Number of Openings

Hours per Week

Posting Details

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Education Level

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field of study.

Career Level

Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Job Description

Unit/Project Description:

McMaster University Continuing Education is an ancillary focused on the learning needs of adults who are typically working professionals

wanting to study part-time. Presently, McMaster Continuing Education offers over 30 programs including certificates and diplomas in different

professional areas; professional development offerings; programs targeting the learning and development needs of McMaster employees.

McMaster University Continuing Education also organizes diverse community engagement activities; engages in internal and external partnerships;

provides corporate learning opportunities for local businesses as well as provincial and national organizations; and maintains professional

relationships with accrediting bodies and provincial and national learning associations. McMaster Continuing Education employs a staff of

approximately 47 and more than 150 part-time instructors and consultants.

The Business Systems Analyst (I) plays a key role in supporting Continuing Education’s data, reporting, and analytics needs. This position focuses

on gathering reporting requirements, developing queries, and delivering data-driven insights that support business decision-making. Responsibilities

include working with complex datasets, ensuring data quality through monitoring and cleansing processes, and supporting system integrations to

enable accurate and timely reporting.

The role also involves developing dashboards and reporting solutions, as well as documenting business processes and creating training materials to

support end users. A strong understanding of relational databases, data structures, and query development is essential.

Job Summary:

The Business Systems Analyst (I) acts as a technical and consulting resource for routine and moderately complex issues related to various University departments and units with respect to the implementation and maintenance of information technology systems. Supports the University's academic and administration departments by acting in a functional capacity in all phases of the Project Life Cycle for components of medium to large projects, including post-production support and ongoing maintenance. Continuously gains an understanding of the University's operations and processes and how systems are used in support of those operations. Works under routine supervision without frequent reference to others and uses minor discretion to resolve various problems and inquiries. Specific instruction is given and work is frequently reviewed.

Purpose and Key Functions:

Elicit requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirement workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, and task and workflow analysis.
Analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver artifacts such as functional requirements, business process models, use cases, screen and interface designs, test plans and test cases.
Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources to distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs.
Take ownership of functional issues by identifying underlying problems, analyzing potential solutions and implementing system resolutions, including workarounds.
Provide Level III post implementation support to users regarding functional issues.
Participate in all phases of testing including, but not limited to, system, integration, acceptance, regression, and performance.
Work with the development team to determine technical approaches and technical risks for project testing.
Develop requirement specifications according to standard templates, using natural language.
Work closely with testing team members to ensure that requirements are testable.
Prepare and assist other testers with the creation of test cases.
Identify and manage defects identified during all phases of a project.
Review test cases created by testing team members to ensure that the test cases adequately define the business processes.
Resolve problems in the test, production implementation, and post-implementation phases in coordination with other technical and business groups.
Develop simple queries using basic Business Intelligence tools.
Review systems, processes, and information and provide recommendations to supervisor.
Serve as the conduit between the Project Management Office and development teams through which requirements flow.
Liaise between the technology and support teams.
Communicate project, issue, and system status to the Lead and Project Manager.
Communicate testing results to other stakeholders.
Facilitate effective dialogue between technical staff.
Interact with and exchange information with colleagues.
Follow a test script and document defects.
Prepare and review recommendations and other project initiation documents.
Prepare and review end user and operations documentation, training materials, and timelines.
Maintain information technology process flow, methodology, and control documentation.
Work with the Lead and Project Manager to prioritize and schedule issues resolution.
Plan, schedule, and monitor own work within short time horizons.
Organize individual time, work and resources to accomplish objectives in the most effective and efficient way.
Understand and use appropriate methods, tools, and applications to complete work tasks.
Demonstrate a rational and organized approach to work and identify development opportunities.
Absorb technical information when it is presented systematically and apply it effectively.
Use measurement methods to monitor progress toward goal attainment, tenaciously working to meet or exceed those goals, while deriving satisfaction from the process of goal achievement and continuous improvement.
Ensure that the internal and external customer perspective is a driving force behind decisions and activities.
Follow service practices that meet customers’ and University needs.
Interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the University.
Work collaboratively with others to achieve departmental and institutional goals. Actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
Perform a range of varied work activities in a variety of structured environments.
Successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
Apply and enforce department change control policies and procedures.
Acquire and maintain a basic understanding of Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing principles.
Read and understand complex Business Process Diagrams and develop basic (Level II) models.
Read and understand a complex project plan and develop simple project plans.
Remain current with relevant development and project methodologies.
Remain current with security policies and procedures and work with System Administrators to implement security changes.
Remain current with the different levels of testing and develop simple use cases and test scripts.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field of study.
Requires 2 years of relevant experience.

Assets:

Strong experience in data analysis and translating business requirements into data-driven solutions.
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, including building intuitive and interactive dashboards.
Experience working with large and complex datasets, including data modeling and data transformation.
Ability to communicate insights clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics for business operations and reporting
Familiarity with Mosaic Campus Solutions is an asset.

Additional Information:

Overtime may be required during high volume periods throughout the year.

How To Apply

To apply for this job, please submit your application online.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for additional information.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:

Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247), or
Faculty of Health Sciences HR Office at ext. 22207, or
School of Graduate Studies at ext. 23679

to communicate accommodation needs.

Hybrid Work Language

To ensure an ongoing and vibrant University community that meets the needs of our students, staff and faculty and supports the University mission, ability to work on-site continues to be a requirement for most University positions. The University is supportive of exploring flexible work arrangements that effectively balance operational needs and employee interests.

Interview Experience

At McMaster University, we believe in a comprehensive and inclusive interview process. Our interview methods encompass a variety of approaches that allow our hiring teams to provide a flexible and accessible experience for engaging with our candidates. Throughout your recruitment process at McMaster, you may be requested to participate in a variety of formats, that may include in-person, virtual or recorded interviews. If you have any questions as you move through the hiring process, please reach out to [email protected] or the HR contact associated with your position of interest.

AI Statement

McMaster and its third-party partners may use AI tools to screen, assess, or select applicants during the hiring process. Please note that currently our recruitment platform does not use AI nor is it part of our current recommended recruitment process.

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