Business Analyst

Position:

Business Analyst

Unit:

Information Technology Software Development

Supervisor:

Senior IT Project Manager

Company Description

The

Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office

is the largest prosecutor’s office in Pennsylvania, and one of the largest in the nation. It serves more than 1\.5 million citizens of the City and County of Philadelphia, employing 600 lawyers, detectives, and support staff. Our Assistant District Attorneys are dedicated to public service, public safety, and justice for all involved in the criminal justice system.

The Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office, in particular, is committed to several citywide collaborations aimed at reducing Philadelphia’s jail population and improving the criminal justice system overall.

• Please note that effective September 1, 2021, the City of Philadelphia requires all new employees to present proof of vaccination against COVID-19\. **

To attain a job with the city, you must be a city of Philadelphia resident within 6 months (180 days) of hire and able to work completely in the office.

Summary Of Job

The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is seeking a Business Analyst to support the office by documenting business processes, configuring and supporting software systems, and analyzing operational data. They will work closely with department staff and the IT team to ensure that technology solutions align with day-to-day workflows and organizational needs. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented analyst looking to develop their skills in a mission-driven public sector environment for prosecutors.

Duties \& Responsibilities

Stakeholder Engagement \& Process Analysis

• Collaborate with department staff and IT to gather requirements, define process flows, and map system dependencies.
• Document current-state and future-state workflows using standard tools and methodologies (e.g., BPMN, Visio, Lucidchart).
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Participate in end-user training as systems are introduced or updated.

System Configuration \& Support

• Configure software applications to align departmental workflows and operational requirements.
• Work with IT staff and vendors to implement system changes, ensuring data integrity, compatibility, and security.
• Conduct testing and validation of system configurations before deployment.

Data Analysis \& Reporting

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data from multiple sources to identify trends, patterns, and performance issues.
• Build and maintain reports, dashboards, and visualizations to support operational decision-making.
• Conduct root cause analysis on system or process anomalies.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, business rules, data mappings, and process workflows.
• Update documentation as systems, processes, or regulations change.
• Develop user guides and training materials that help non-technical staff use systems effectively.

Skills \& Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience as a business analyst or data analyst, with exposure to systems analysis, process documentation, or configuration management. All qualified applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university with a focus in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Excel, Python, or R; familiarity with process modeling tools (e.g., BPMN, Visio) is a plus.
• Familiarity with system configuration concepts, such as ERP or CRM platforms, workflow tools, or similar business applications.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to work effectively with both technical staff and non-technical end users.
• Detail-oriented, with a structured approach to documentation and problem-solving.
• Understanding of the uniquely sensitive and confidential nature of the professional services provided by the Office.

Applications will be active for one year from the date of receipt by the Office.

All exempt employees of the District Attorney’s Office are at-will employees and serve at the pleasure of the District Attorney. The at-will relationship shall not be modified for any employee and no agreement, oral or written, shall be entered into that changes the at-will relationship.

• The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. **