IT Business Analyst at Indiana Wesleyan University

Job Title: IT Business AnalystReporting Relationship: Director of Project ManagementUnit: Central AdministrationDepartment: IT Client Engagement ServicesCampus Location: Maxwell Center - Marion INSummary of Position: The Business Analyst serves as a vital bridge between business stakeholders and IT teams within the IT Project Management Office. This role is responsible for eliciting analyzing and documenting business requirements to ensure technology solutions align with organizational objectives and deliver measurable value.Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the institution the Business Analyst identifies business needs documents processes and recommends solutions that enhance operational efficiency. The position requires strong facilitation skills to lead requirements gathering sessions process mapping workshops and solution validation activities.The Business Analyst partners closely with the IT teams to ensure projects are properly scoped resourced and executed according to established timelines. This role contributes to the PMOs success by maintaining clear communication channels between IT and clients managing expectations and supporting the delivery of high-quality solutions that meet business needs.As a member of the Project Management Office the Business Analyst participates in establishing departmental goals strategies and performance indicators while embodying the universitys values and commitment to excellence.This position does not offer visa sponsorship. Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship either now or in the futureDuties and Responsibilities Foster effective communication between IT and external clientsEffectively scope the resources including cost duration and personnel as well as business requirements/dependencies necessary to complete a projectAs needed assist in the guidance of client projects through the portfolio prioritization processAssist with strategic oversight to ensure IT delivers an effective solutionFollow-up complex problems using tools and resources availableDevelop and execute project plans with the objective of maintaining client satisfactionComplete projects and address issues in an accurate timely mannerRecommend project improvements to clients related to desired outcomesEnsure timely completion and follow-up on action items client requests and vendor requirementsSet realistic and accurate expectations with clients on IITs ability to deliver on project objectives and timelinesKeep up-to-date on new trends and technology related to client projectsMake recommendations and provide insights on resources needed to complete client projectsAssist in ensuring effective project updates and communication is occurring between the Project Management Office and IT as a wholeWorking 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 deliverablesAct as a Project Management resource when requestedOther duties may be assignedQualifications: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.EducationBachelors degree in business communications IT or related fieldExperienceMinimum four (4) years work experience in a fast paced professional environmentPreferred: Experience in higher educationProven ability to onboard and facilitate the execution of complex business projectsCustomer-facing experience in scoping and analyzing business requirements and objectivesProven customer engagement experienceExperience with change management processesRequired SkillsProven work experience in business analysis or an equivalent combination of training and experience necessary to complete the responsibilities of the positionKnowledge of business analysis methodologies (BABOK Agile Design Thinking etc.)Experience with requirements elicitation techniques and management toolsProficiency in process modeling and documentationKnowledge of higher education business processes and systemsExperience with data analysis and visualization toolsKnowledge of project management principlesStrong analytical and critical thinking skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to facilitate meetings and workshops effectivelyAgile certification (such as CSPO or CSM) preferredIIBA certification (ECBA CCBA or CBAP) preferredBroad knowledge of business practices and IT systemsIWU Kingdom Diversity StatementIWU in covenant with Gods 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 members earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christs commandment to love all humankind.LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERAs 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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Accounting Software,Anti Money Laundering,Fashion Retail,Accounts Reconciliation,CMS,Design And Estimation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1