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Senior Business Analyst

We acknowledge with respect that BC Transit delivers our mission on the ancestral territories of Indigenous Peoples across British Columbia, and their historical relationships with the land continue to this day.  

 

In Victoria, where our Corporate Office is located, our people are privileged to live and work on the unceded traditional territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən peoples, and the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations.  

 

Location: Victoria, BC

Employment Type:  Regular Full Time 

Union: MOVEUP 

Monthly Salary Range: MoveUp Group 12 with TMA, MIN $8,281.00 - MAX $9,935.00 is available through annual general wage/step increases.

Recruitment Range: MIN $8,281 – STEP 3 $9196.

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of knowledge, skills, experience and ability of the candidate to meet the key requirements of the job. In exceptional cases, candidates may be hired above the recruitment range, provided agreement is reached with the Union.  

Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 06/15/2025 

 

Are we right for you...

Are you a seasoned Senior Business Analyst who thrives on emerging technology, values creativity, and wants to make a meaningful impact on public transit for British Columbians? 

We are expanding our IT Business Relationship team and are seeking a Senior Business Analyst to join us. This is an exciting opportunity where your work will guide technology investment decisions and ensure the right problems are being solved for the best added value. 

If you’re ready to help shape meaningful technology decisions in a collaborative and dynamic environment, please read on.

In this role you will be asked to...

  • Lead research and discovery engagement with stakeholders across all levels and areas of the business.
  • Steer the refinement of initiative scope, strategic business requirements, benefit realization, and cost estimation for funded technology projects.
  • Analyze market research and business process maps to identify areas for improvement within the business.
  • Use your strategic thinking to contribute to the evolution of Business Relationship Management and IT Portfolio Management practices.
  • Lead workshops, ask critical questions about established processes, and create high-quality documents such as Discovery Reports and Market Research summaries.
  • Utilize a wide range of business analyst tools including but not limited to customer journey mapping, business process modelling, use cases and traceability matrix.
  • You should be proficient with the M365 suite and open to learning other tools such as the Microsoft Platform, SharePoint, and project management applications. 

In this role you will not be asked to...

  • Develop technology solutions; our goal is to focus on the problem statements and the needs.  

  • Delivering projects including developing test cases; we have a great team that is responsible for delivering projects, we will collaborate with them. 

What you might love about this role...

  • If you have a curious mindset and love diverse work, this role gives you a window into all of BC Transit’s ins and outs which equates to a wide variety of technology from on-board equipment to advanced financial planning analysis solutions.  

  • This role welcomes creativity (thinking outside of the box), although we are developing standards in our approach not all business clients or technology initiatives are the same, your creativity will be key to finding new ways to engage stakeholders and present technology information effectively. 

What might not resonate...

  • We operate within defined governance processes such as stage gates, procurement protocols, and capitalization rules. While these may appear bureaucratic, they’re essential for transparency, accountability, and public value. 

  • As this role defines technology initiatives and projects and as this is a new process, there will be a lot of unknowns. To enjoy this role, you must be comfortable moving forward with only 20 to 40 percent of the big picture understood. 

  • We are the discovery team, and our focus is on problem statement and strategic business requirements development, you will not be involved in selecting, developing, or implementing new solutions. 

This role might not be for you if...

  • You don’t enjoy leading conversations and workshops.
  • You’re looking for a purely technical or hands-on technical role.
  • You wish to implement projects including testing strategy.
  • You require complete clarity before taking action.  

What you'll bring to the table...

  • Proven experience in business analysis, with a focus on questioning processes and business rules rather than solving problems using technology. 
  • Strong knowledge of technology and technology trends. 
  • Comfortable using a variety of tools, including the M365 suite, PM tools, and Portfolio tools. 
  • Experience leading workshops and creating high-quality documents. 
  • Ability to analyze market research and business process maps to drive improvements.

 

For additional information about the full accountabilities of this position please review the Senior Business Analyst job description.

What we'll bring to the table...

  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
  • Membership in BC’s Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP). Nationally recognized for its strong investment and governance practices, PSPP is a “defined benefit” plan
  • Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
  • Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
  • A complimentary employee bus pass (plus taxable dependent passes)
  • A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
  • An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
  • A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

  • Interviews will take place mid-June, 2025.
  • There may be an assignment/presentation as part of the interview process.
  • The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
  • An eligibility list may be established for future full time regular and full time temporary vacancies
  • If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please contact careers@bctransit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
  • BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.

 

At BC Transit, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you’re excited about this role and you have a combination of education and experience that you feel would fulfill its requirements, we encourage you to apply. In keeping with this belief, we do not discriminate on any basis. Should you require any accommodation or have questions, please let us know.

 

 

 

 

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