Monday, March 17, 2008

Project Analyst III (0668) in Buffalo, NY

Monday, March 17, 2008
Basic Function:As part of M&T’s Central Technology Division the Project Analyst III would participates in the gathering and analysis of information for defining functional requirements, functional designs, development and implementation of the final project.  Performs routine to moderately complex analysis and research in support of business goals and strategies.  Implements modifications to solve problems.  These functions are performed with general guidance of a more senior project analyst.  Assists in day-to-day support activities.  Responsibilities:Assists the client in addressing problems/day to day issues of small to medium scope.  Analyzes information, determines feasible solutions and make recommendations for resolution. Converts business requirements into functional specification design on small to medium scope assignments.  Develops project assessments and plans, estimate timeframes and effort.  Team lead projects of small scope under the guidance of a more Senior Business Analyst.  Adheres to all current standards and procedures and ensures all efforts are properly tested and documented.  Develops test plans and scripts; performs client testing for routine to moderately complex processes to ensure proper system functioning.  Provides consultation services to clients, technicians and Bank departments on basic to intricate functions of supported mainframe or distributed applications.  This may also include the review of system capabilities, operational procedures, forms, marketing materials or cost analysis.  Develops a thorough understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes and operations.  Maintains a good functional understanding of the supported application(s).  Participates in planning and implementing new policies and procedures that will improve the performance and effectiveness of the department.  Develops a professional level of communication and cooperationThe Project Analyst III possesses detailed functional knowledge of the supported applications’ processing to maintain system integrity on a day-to-day basis.Asserts ideas, encourages teamwork and acts as a role model.Able to handle multiple tasks in support of various assignmentsBasic Qualifications:Minimum of two to four years college with at least four years experience in a technology/system analysis or operational support environment.Requires strong analytical and communication skills.Very good analytical skills with the ability to understand development processes, procedures and methodologiesGeneral knowledge of personal computers and the ability to effectively use word processing, excel software and GroupWise.Demonstrates a good understanding of the business area’s functions and operational processes.Detail oriented, self-motivated, takes initiative to learn new skills and enhance overall knowledgeMust possess time management and organization skillsAble to work effectively with personnel in various organizational positions.Quickly grasps new concepts.Ideal Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree preferred.Preferred general knowledge of one or more applications in the Hogan product suite (RPM, DDA, CIS, TDA).General awareness of the Bank’s application framework.Good project management skills

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