Business Architect 2
Stanford University

Job Info

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Business Architect 2🔍Dean of Research, Stanford, California, United StatesNew📁Research📅1 day ago Post Date📅105256 Requisition #

The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) at Stanford University supports and advances the teaching, learning and research activities at Stanford by promoting a safe and healthy campus environment. Comprised of over 10 technical groups who work in the field with top researchers, faculty, staff, and students, we focus on practical safety and environmental solutions by working with our campus partners in a process of shared learning to support the mission and research of Stanford University. The work environment is team-oriented, collaborative, deadline-driven, and vibrant.

Our VPDoR Diversity Journey:

• We create a hub of innovation through the power of diversity of disciplines and people.

• We provide equitable access and opportunity to all members of the community to do their best work, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• We listen to and value all colleagues who bring diverse perspectives to the advancement and development of a respectful community.

• We promote a culture of belonging, equity, and safety.

• We embed these values in excellence of education, research, and operation.

EH&S seeks a Business Architect to drive a systematic framework for aligning our organization's business strategy, processes, information, and technology.If you are seeking a very challenging career, this position may be just for you!

In this position you will:

• Define and implement an organizational level business architecture of major business operations that includes standards and policies related to maintaining critical support services, data governance, process change, strategic capabilities and programmatic updates.

• Collaborate with senior management, policy leaders, architects, analysts and IT leadership to provide business process analysis, share best practices and recommend business solutions.

• Lead a team of business and/or system analysts, functional managers and end users to develop and apply a structured business architecture approach and methodology.

• Review proposed or current projects for adherence to architecture standards. Contribute to requirements and design as an independent advisor.

• Lead projects focused on delivering significant improvement to the University's operational capabilities by strengthening the integration and alignment of people, process and system capabilities.

• Oversee design and related documentation supporting the development of central systems that align the University's business and technology strategies.

• Apply operational experience to build a reusable solution framework, leveraging the work of successful projects for new solutions.

• Collaborate with change management, communications and training teams to ensure business readiness for change and the adoption of new ways of working needed to realize the value of transformation programs and technology investments

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in a quantitative discipline such as computer science, accounting, operations, finance, statistics or engineering.

To be successful in this position, you need:

• Excellent organizational leadership, planning and change management skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Expert analytical and problem-solving skills

• Subject matter expertise for area(s) of responsibility.

• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, facilitation and political acumen skills. Able to influence people, solve problems, troubleshoot, think creatively and resolve conflicts.

• Proven presentation experience and comfort with senior management audiences

• Strong knowledge of industry standards, trends and/or regulatory requirements.

• Demonstrated expertise in business and management computer applications and databases

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:

• Sitting in place at computer for long periods of time with extensive keyboarding/dexterity; occasionally use a telephone; rarely writing by hand.

* Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Occasionally stand/walk; frequently sitting; frequently grasp lightly/fine manipulation; constantly use a computer; rarely writing by hand; rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

On-site/Hybrid positions:

The expected pay range for this position is $156,580 to $170,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate including but not limited to geographic location, knowledge, skills and abilities, relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, performance; as well as other business and organization needs such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the minimum qualifications, departmental budget availability, and market and internal equity across the unit, department and reporting relationships.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford's extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

• A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

• Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

• Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 4146
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: L
• Requisition ID: 105256
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible, On Site

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