Jr Business Analyst (Onsite - 4 weeks project)

Description

• Education Freedom Scholarship Application Reviewers
• The Department of Education is seeking qualified contractors to support the Education Freedom Scholarship Program during the application review period. Contractors will be responsible for the intake, review, and evaluation of scholarship applications to determine family eligibility in accordance with established program guidelines. This role is focused on the administrative processing and evaluation of parent-submitted applications. There is no direct interaction with parents, students, or the public.
• This is a short-term contract assignment anticipated to last approximately four (4) weeks, beginning in January and continuing until all assigned applications have been reviewed.
• Please note that this is an in-office position with no flexibility in hours. Candidates will be selected based solely on their resumes, and no interviews will be conducted. If your candidate is approved, please initiate the required background check and employment verification as mandated. Further information will be provided via proposals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy when reviewing complex data and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and strong overall computer literacy.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and consistently apply established review criteria and processes.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
• Experience with data tracking, data review, or analytical processes requiring a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a review team and participate in calibration and quality assurance activities.
• Strong sense of accountability and commitment to fair, consistent, and objective application evaluations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and complete assignments with minimal supervision.

Assignment Details

• Work will be performed in-office.
• Contractors will work according to the Department's established schedule and operating hours. Work will not be performed on Department-designated holidays or during weather-related office closures.
• No schedule flexibility is available for this assignment.
• Candidates will be evaluated based on submitted resumes only; interviews will not be conducted.
• Contractors selected for the assignment must successfully complete all required background screening and verification requirements before beginning work.

Contract Term

• Approximately four (4) weeks, beginning in January.
• Assignment duration may vary depending on application volume and review completion timelines.

Schedule

• Days - Monday Yes Tuesday Yes Wednesday Yes Thursday Yes Friday Yes Saturday No Sunday No
• Hours/Day - 7.5
• Time Zone - CST
• Shifts - Shift 1
• Start Time - 8:00 AM
• End Time - 4:30 PM
• Active - Yes