Analyst, Business I

Logistics: Palmetto GBA - one of BlueCross BlueShield's South Carolina subsidiary companies.

Location: This position is full-time (40-hours/week) Monday-Friday in a remote environment. You will work an 8-hour shift scheduled during our normal business hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. It may be necessary, given the business need to work occasional overtime.

• SCA Benefit Requirements: BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and its subsidiary companies have contracts with the federal government subject to the Service Contract Act (SCA). Under the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), employees cannot opt out of health benefits. Employees will receive supplemental pay until they are enrolled in health benefits 28 days after the hire date.

What You'll Do:

• Obtains a detailed understanding of the major operations and functions in effect within the areas being supported. Reviews basic system enhancements/upgrades to determine applicability of customer file modification requirements. Following clearly defined procedures, assists in facilitating timely and accurate updates to reference files based on customer requests.

• Documents system problems and assists in their resolution. Reviews and completes various daily reports to ensure system is performing as expected. Prepares written reports and analysis, including recommendations pertaining to system functionality and testing progress.

• Prepares and reviews test data, test plans and test matrices for system changes. Develops test matrices to accurately reflect changes and detail expected outcome. Executes test cases and evaluates test results for errors. Reports problems through appropriate channels and suggests corrections for a successful implementation.

• Under the guidance of an advanced business analyst or manager, learns to define business requirements, perform tests, and may lead small projects.

• Learns how to prepare and review data for analysis in order to evaluate the activities, performance and systems within a specific area for standards and workflow simplification.

• Communicates with management and departmental personnel to document workflow procedures. Assists in preparing verbal and written communication about business changes with management or other staff members. Functions as liaison between the operations testers and information systems to facilitate communications. In addition, assists customer testers with issues that arise during projects.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need the Following:

• Required Education: Bachelor's degree.

• Degree Equivalency: 4-years job related work experience OR Associate's and 2-years job related work experience

• Required Software and Tools: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Basic knowledge of business support and systems concepts.

  • Strong teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Good analytical and conceptual skills.

  • Good organizational and problem-solving abilities.

  • Understands how projects and implementations affect an organization and is able to link it to business processes.

We Prefer That You Have the Following:

• Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree-in Computer Science, Business Administration, or other job-related field.

• Preferred Work Experience: 1-year of business systems analysis, research, and customer support experience.

• Preferred Software and Other Tools:

  • Working knowledge of BCBS/subsidiary systems.

  • Knowledge of programming languages and/or concepts. Easytrieve, DB2 or related.

  • Knowledge of Provider Enrollment and benefits.

• Preferred Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of procedures for the supported business unit.

  • Computer programming skills.

  • Ability to express basic technical/business concepts to management, peers, and the business units.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes the Following:

We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Education Assistance

• Service Recognition

• National discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

What To Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email mycareer.help@bcbssc.comor call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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