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# Legislative Systems Analyst

- **Company:** South Dakota State Government
- **Location:** Pierre, SD, United States
- **Salary:** $75,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Mapping, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f82bcac41afbfe24

## About the Role

The Legislative Research Council, which is the nonpartisan research and support staff to the South Dakota State Legislature, is accepting applications for a permanent full-time Legislative Systems Analyst. An applicant must have an interest in technology, the legislative process, and legislative operations. This position will be based in and work from Pierre., * A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, management information systems, business administration, or a related field;

 * Experience working as a business analyst, systems analyst, in other IT roles, or in a legislative environment;

 * The ability to assess business needs and translate them into relevant solutions;

 * Proficient understanding of IT systems capabilities and functional design;

 * Strong documentation, record keeping, and organizational skills;

 * Thorough understanding of software development lifecycle in an agile environment;

 * Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, in a manner that clearly and efficiently conveys technical information to a non-technical audience of legislators and LRC staff;

 * Basic project management skills with the ability to coordinate and complete sustained, complex efforts; and

 * Familiarity with Lean, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

## Description

The Legislative Systems Analyst will seek, develop, and help implement initiatives and processes for improved efficiency and productivity. The significant duties include:

 * Analyze operational and legislative process issues and/or problems and provide consulting and technical assistance to stakeholders;

 * Facilitate meetings and coordinate with staff and legislators to gather user requirements, define business needs, and coordinate with IT team to create or update technology solutions based on those needs;

 * Create and maintain various documentation such as requirement specifications, data mapping, diagrams, process flowcharts, and user guides;

 * Provide quality control of custom developed technology solutions by assisting with testing;

 * Create and present tailored training for custom-developed applications and solutions; and

 * Monitor, maintain, upgrade, and support applicable technology systems in assigned areas of responsibility.


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