Systems Analyst

What you'll do:

This position is currently based at our Head Office in Melville, Saskatchewan. The position reports to the Manager, Application Services and is responsible for analyzing, designing, testing and coding programs of Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation’s (SCIC’s) systems. This is a temporary term position for up to 12 months, with the possibility of extension.

• Provide Business Systems Analysis by taking high level business requirements and composing detailed solution requirements for application software implementation.
• Provide leadership and act as a liaison between business and systems development, recommending software solutions and application development processes, and providing work estimates for application development.
• Provide application software design by analyzing current system and database architecture, and planning and documenting the integration of new application software processes and databases.
• Provide software development by writing, unit testing, and maintaining application software.
• Identify and analyze problems, proposing alternatives and implementing solutions with respect to both manual processes and application software.
• Conduct application software impact analysis, presenting alternatives, recommendations and estimates.

• Keep up to date on current technology and best practices.

   

Qualifications:

• To be successful in this position you need a diploma in Computer Systems Technology with a minimum of two years experience in computer programming and systems’ analysis in a business environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Knowledge and experience in Business Analysis, to translate business requirements into a functioning solution. 
• Knowledge of database structure, data integrity and data modelling as it relates to application software development. Understanding of SQL with the ability to write high performing SQL to solve complex problems. 
• Demonstrated experience in object-oriented programming; preference with a background using .NET or Java. 

Conditions:

• A criminal record check required.
• If participating in the Crop Insurance or AgriStability Programs, the account must be in good standing.
• Candidates selected for this position must provide proof of their educational qualifications. As part of our recruitment process, education credentials will be verified through an external background check

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel throughout the province when necessary.

   

Competencies:

• Service Excellence: Evaluates service delivery and makes recommendations to enhance the customer service experience.  Uses customer feedback to make changes in work and personally commits to resolving customer issues.  Develops and implements practices and programs that will benefit the organization while improving customer satisfaction and customer experience.
• Personal Leadership and Development: Models integrity and inclusiveness by being open, acting with empathy, sharing resources/knowledge across teams and being respectful of all skills and viewpoints.  Seeks continuous learning opportunities to further develop skills.  Listens and influences others to generate enthusiasm.
• Strategic Thinking: Listens and influences others to generate enthusiasm and commitment to the organization’s vision, values, mission and strategic direction.  Commits to achieving success at the team and organizational level.  Translates high level and complex information into realistic plans.
• Decision Making: Able to adapt decisions based on new and changing information.  Balances risk and potential implications before making a decision.  Considers the interests of various stakeholders when making a decision.
• Innovation: Seeks opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.  Adapts methodology and ideas quickly for immediate or anticipated changes in the environment.  Generates, maintains and rewards a creative environment within and among teams.
• Analytical Thinking: Makes intelligent assumptions to develop explanations and determine possible steps and options.  Identifies and breaks down critical components of complex situations to determine root causes.  Takes a multidimensional approach to problems or situations by asking questions and analyzing data and concepts to determine how each component is impacted.
• Team Collaboration: Encourages, supports and motivates team members to share ideas, knowledge, solutions or concerns.  Promotes an inclusive environment by working successfully with a wide range of individuals.  Takes action to improve relationships between others.
• Building Organizational Community: Actively build relationships by establishing respect, trust, support and understanding.  Encourages all team members to participate and offer ideas.  Actively supports a one team approach.
• Communication: Uses open-ended questions, active listening and dialogue to encourage others to provide information about underlying needs or issues.  Identifies and presents information that will motivate, persuade, engage or influence others.  Communicates complex issues clearly and with credibility.
• Accountability: Strives for excellence in personal performance and coaches others to perform at their best.  Seeks and/or provides challenging assignments as learning opportunities.  Plays a leadership role in shaping the culture of the organization by consistently communicating and exemplifying the values.
• Performance Management: Continuously strives to meet or exceed organization and unit goals and objectives.  Takes/provides opportunities to learn and demonstrate new knowledge and skills.  Acts as a role model and provides ongoing coaching for others to drive positive results.
• Planning and Risk Management: Continually adapts priorities and responsibilities in response to changing needs. Thinks ahead, evaluates risks and plans contingencies.  Clarifies outcomes and provides ongoing feedback to team members to achieve plans.

Saskatchewan Crop Insurance Corporation (SCIC) is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. SCIC welcomes applications from all individuals and encourages applicants to self-identify in their application. We affirm our Commitment to Reconciliation as we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. Please tell us of accommodation measures required to help you be assessed fairly. Please note that the information you provide will be treated confidentially.