IWU Job Openings

Duties and Responsibilities

• Foster effective communication between IT and external clients 
• Effectively scope the resources, including cost, duration, and personnel, as well as business requirements/dependencies necessary to complete a project 
• As needed, assist in the guidance of client projects through the portfolio prioritization process 
• Assist with strategic oversight to ensure IT delivers an effective solution 
• Follow-up complex problems using tools and resources available 
• Develop and execute project plans with the objective of maintaining client satisfaction 
• Complete projects and address issues in an accurate, timely manner 
• Recommend project improvements to clients related to desired outcomes 
• Ensure timely completion and follow-up on action items, client requests and vendor requirements
• Set realistic and accurate expectations with clients on IIT’s ability to deliver on project objectives and timelines 
• Keep up-to-date on new trends and technology related to client projects 
• Make recommendations and provide insights on resources needed to complete client projects 
• Assist in ensuring effective project updates and communication is occurring between the Project Management Office and IT as a whole 
• Working with the Director of Project Management, produce and disseminate dashboards and reports to ensure the project status is visible to all clients. This includes reports on budget, timeline, milestones, and all deliverables 
• Act as a Project Management resource when requested 
• Other duties may be assigned 

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, IT, or related field

Experience

• Minimum four (4+) years’ work experience in a fast paced professional environment
• Preferred: Experience in higher education
• Proven ability to onboard and facilitate the execution of complex business projects
• Customer-facing experience in scoping and analyzing business requirements and objectives
• Proven customer engagement experience
• Experience with change management processes

Required Skills

• Proven work experience in business analysis or an equivalent combination of training and experience necessary to complete the responsibilities of the position
• Knowledge of business analysis methodologies (BABOK, Agile, Design Thinking, etc.)
• Experience with requirements elicitation techniques and management tools
• Proficiency in process modeling and documentation
• Knowledge of higher education business processes and systems
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools
• Knowledge of project management principles
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to facilitate meetings and workshops effectively
• Agile certification (such as CSPO or CSM) preferred
• IIBA certification (ECBA, CCBA, or CBAP) preferred
• Broad knowledge of business practices and IT systems

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity.  We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.  Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth.  We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.