Business Analysis and Testing Team Lead

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Functional Title: Business Analysis and Testing Team Lead 
Job Title: Systems Analyst V 
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm 
Department: Medi-Social Serv Apl Dev 
Posting Number: 20886 
Closing Date: 09/16/2026 
Posting Audience: Internal and External 
Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical 
Salary Range: $5,797.66 - $9,508.25 
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25 
Shift: Day 
Additional Shift:  
Telework:  
Travel:  
Regular/Temporary: Regular 
Full Time/Part Time: Full time 
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt 
Facility Location:  
Job Location City: AUSTIN 
Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST 
Other Locations:  
MOS Codes: 0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,255S,25B,25D,25H,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,CTI,CTM,CTR,CYB10,CYB11 
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Brief Job Description:

The Business Analysis and Testing(BAT) Team Lead is selected by and is accountable to the HHSC IT Long Term Care (LTC) Applications Team Manager, with approval from the MES Director. The position assists with planning, organizing, prioritizing, guiding, controlling, and evaluating work performed by the Business Analysis and Testing team. The Team Lead performs and guides advanced business analysis, defect repair, testing, and ad hoc reporting activities for complex applications. This position performs advanced business analysis work with primary emphasis on leading and facilitating the service-request lifecycle. Responsibilities include responding to customer-related service requests, coordinating business requirements across program areas, and monitoring system integration and user acceptance testing before implementation. The position also manages the formation of projects.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

1. Assist Manager to ensure adequate staffing for team based upon staffing levels approved by HHSC management. (10%)

2. Plan, organize, prioritize, and schedule business analysis and testing for all HHSC Long Term Care applications resulting from IT Projects, Help Desk Calls, IT Customer Requests, or other assignment approved by the Manager or MES Director in accordance with IT goals, objectives, and standards. (35%)

3. Help Manager supervise and control business analysis and testing team so that applications are available at least 96% to 98% of the time, service level agreements with customers are met, and team members work on approved assignments. (20%)

4. Perform systems analysis and testing activities to evaluate application solutions supporting customer requirements, changes in systems requirements, software releases, equipment configurations, and relationships/dependencies between systems (e.g., analyzing federal and state regulations regarding automation, researching technical solutions, and performing needs assessments). (10%)

5. Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures including SOPs that govern HHSC IT. (5%)

6. Provide leadership that contributes to teamwork and unit harmony. (10%)

7. Promote an image of IT excellence and communicate effectively. (10%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of facilitation techniques in discussing requirements

Knowledge of effective management principles

Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Methods

Knowledge of process improvement methods

Knowledge of principles and practices of project management

Skilled in eliciting business and technical requirements

Skilled in communicating complex design and technical issues, as well as writing business cases and product requirements

Skilled in effective verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Skilled in gathering input, formulating a plan, and carrying it to fruition

Skilled in providing exceptional follow-through and customer-service

Ability to analyze systems, processes and procedures

Ability to write and revise standards and procedures

Ability to explain abstract concepts in concrete terms to a variety of audiences, including technical, non-technical and executive personnel

Ability to bring about consensus on contradicting views

Ability to manage ambiguous and continuously evolving business needs

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

N/A

Initial Screening Criteria:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, or a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Five (5) or more years’ experience as a Business Analyst.

Additional Information:

None

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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks and Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.

HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework.  Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.