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Systems Analyst roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving graduates with degrees in computer science, information systems, or related fields up to 24 additional months of work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
SUMMARY
CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Information Technology group. We are looking for a Senior Business Systems Analyst to provide support for our Energy Refineries, Pipelines and Terminals (RPT) business. You must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, be detail oriented, able to work in a team environment and independently, and have the ability to solve complex problems.
To be considered for this position, qualified candidates must currently reside in the McPherson/Wichita, KS metro area in order to work a hybrid structure (3-days per week) at the CHS McPherson Refinery offices.
Responsibilities
- Understand industry issues and trends, and present technical solutions that provide value to our business partners.
- Analyze business strategy and user needs, document specifications, and translate business objectives into proper system requirement specifications.
- Guide business customers through business case development for new applications/functionality, including cost/benefit analysis and risk/impact analysis.
- Deliver value through realization of benefits, avoidance of cost, identify new opportunities and modernizing the organization.
- Proactively maintain an understanding of the business processes.
- Focus on continuous improvement for both the business process and the underlying technologies and system support.
- Gather requirements into user stories to engage with teams for development, QA and implementation.
- Coordinate system development, QA and user acceptance testing of projects.
- Support, test, and enhance moderately complex information systems and develop adequate error management functionality within assigned applications.
- Provide new user training on supported applications as requested.
- Provide overall application support and ownership for the applications in the business portfolio.
- Provide end-to-end IT coordination for all IT related activities.
- Support activities for assigned applications and assure secondary resources are defined and are well trained to support the application.
- Minimize application support load by refining error management and moving initial triage to the first level support staff.
- Work closely with all IT organizations and drive projects to successful completion.
- Work closely with other Business Units to identify and deliver Enterprise value.
- Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required)
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field (or equivalent years of training, work experience and education)
- 4+ years of Information Technology and IT Business Systems Analysis experience to include the following:
- Requirements definition
- Business process definition
- Strong documentation
- Development and support of integrated business applications
- Implementation and support of applications
- End-to-end IT coordination and project support experience
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with Grain, Energy or Agronomy business applications
- General knowledge of system development methodologies
- Knowledge of importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts
- Experience with Microsoft development platforms including DevOps
- Understanding of the organization's goals and objectives and how technology solutions impact the organization
- Business Intelligence and Power Platform experience
- Experience working with GIS, COTS and EH&S applications
- Business Analysis and/or Project Management certification
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
INTRODUCTION
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
SUMMARY
CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Information Technology group. We are looking for a Senior Business Systems Analyst to provide support for our Energy Refineries, Pipelines and Terminals (RPT) business. You must have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, be detail oriented, able to work in a team environment and independently, and have the ability to solve complex problems.
To be considered for this position, qualified candidates must currently reside in the McPherson/Wichita, KS metro area in order to work a hybrid structure (3-days per week) at the CHS McPherson Refinery offices.
Responsibilities
- Understand industry issues and trends, and present technical solutions that provide value to our business partners.
- Analyze business strategy and user needs, document specifications, and translate business objectives into proper system requirement specifications.
- Guide business customers through business case development for new applications/functionality, including cost/benefit analysis and risk/impact analysis.
- Deliver value through realization of benefits, avoidance of cost, identify new opportunities and modernizing the organization.
- Proactively maintain an understanding of the business processes.
- Focus on continuous improvement for both the business process and the underlying technologies and system support.
- Gather requirements into user stories to engage with teams for development, QA and implementation.
- Coordinate system development, QA and user acceptance testing of projects.
- Support, test, and enhance moderately complex information systems and develop adequate error management functionality within assigned applications.
- Provide new user training on supported applications as requested.
- Provide overall application support and ownership for the applications in the business portfolio.
- Provide end-to-end IT coordination for all IT related activities.
- Support activities for assigned applications and assure secondary resources are defined and are well trained to support the application.
- Minimize application support load by refining error management and moving initial triage to the first level support staff.
- Work closely with all IT organizations and drive projects to successful completion.
- Work closely with other Business Units to identify and deliver Enterprise value.
- Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (required)
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Business, Information Systems, Computer Science or related field (or equivalent years of training, work experience and education)
- 4+ years of Information Technology and IT Business Systems Analysis experience to include the following:
- Requirements definition
- Business process definition
- Strong documentation
- Development and support of integrated business applications
- Implementation and support of applications
- End-to-end IT coordination and project support experience
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with Grain, Energy or Agronomy business applications
- General knowledge of system development methodologies
- Knowledge of importing data for use in report software, spreadsheets, graphs, and flow charts
- Experience with Microsoft development platforms including DevOps
- Understanding of the organization's goals and objectives and how technology solutions impact the organization
- Business Intelligence and Power Platform experience
- Experience working with GIS, COTS and EH&S applications
- Business Analysis and/or Project Management certification
Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications, minimum wage/salary requirements under local law.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.
Please note that any communication from a CHS recruiter would be sent using a chsinc.com email address. In addition, a CHS recruiter will not ask for confidential information over the phone or in an email, or request money from a candidate involved in an offer process. If you have questions regarding an employment opportunity, please reach out to chscareers@chsinc.com to verify that the communication is from CHS.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Systems Analyst
Verify your CIP code matches systems analysis
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. Computer and Information Systems (CIP 11) and Management Information Systems (CIP 52.1201) both qualify, but confirm with your DSO before applying.
Check E-Verify enrollment before every application
Only employers actively enrolled in E-Verify can legally hire you on STEM OPT. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name before submitting any application to avoid wasting time on ineligible employers.
Draft your I-983 training plan around specific systems deliverables
Generic training plans get rejected. List concrete learning objectives tied to the Systems Analyst role, such as requirements gathering, data modeling, or ERP implementation. Your employer's supervisor must co-sign and detail how each objective connects to your degree.
Target employers with active LCA filings for systems roles
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Systems Analyst positions through DOL already understand STEM OPT compliance. Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history in this occupation.
Apply 90 days before your OPT end date to avoid authorization gaps
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be filed no more than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Filing late leaves no buffer for processing delays and can create an unauthorized gap in your work authorization.
Negotiate your job title to align with your I-983 training objectives
If your offer letter says 'Business Analyst' but your degree is in Information Systems, ask HR to use 'Systems Analyst' or 'IT Business Analyst' so your title reflects the technical scope documented in your I-983 training plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Analyst role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, Systems Analyst positions typically qualify when your employer can demonstrate the role requires a STEM degree and when your own degree falls under an eligible CIP code, such as Computer and Information Systems or Management Information Systems. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your specific degree program before recommending the extension to USCIS.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
STEM OPT rules require your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. You can search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name or employer identification number before accepting an offer. E-Verify enrollment must be in place before your I-983 training plan is submitted and your extension begins.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a Systems Analyst position?
Your I-983 must list specific learning goals tied to your Systems Analyst duties, such as conducting requirements analysis, designing system specifications, or supporting software integration projects. Each goal must connect directly to your STEM degree field. Both you and your employer's designated supervisor must sign the plan, and it must be on file before your STEM OPT extension start date.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
If your employer's E-Verify participation is terminated while you're on STEM OPT, your authorization to work for that employer ends. You have 60 days to find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer, update your I-983, and notify your DSO. Failing to act within that window puts you out of status. Use Migrate Mate to identify Systems Analyst roles at employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment.
Does the cap-gap rule protect me if my H-1B is selected in the lottery while I'm on STEM OPT?
Yes. If your H-1B visa petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, the cap-gap provision automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Systems Analyst at the same employer during the cap-gap period without any break in authorization, provided your employer remains E-Verify enrolled.