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Senior Business Analyst

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Senior Business Analyst

Stanford University

Job Number: 82120

Job Classification: IT Business Analyst 3
Job Family: Information Technology Services
Job Series: IT Business Analyst
Exemption: Exempt

Note: Not all unique aspects of the job are covered by this job description

Job Code: 4773
Job Grade: K

Please note: this position will be moving to the new Stanford Redwood City campus in Spring-2019.


This Senior Business Analyst will be part of IT Services' ADAPT Program (Alumni and Development Applications Platform Transition) at Stanford University and help to specify requirements and/or design solutions requirements for business information systems and incorporate new technical systems to improve work-flow, production, efficiency and effectiveness.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Lead efforts to gather requirements from business users to understand reporting and analytic requirements.
  • Lead efforts to ensure that information systems support the organizational mission and objectives and coordinate the process of defining, investigating and solving problems related to business systems and special projects.
  • Lead and coordinate projects to assist business owners in evaluating the potential for automating existing or proposed work functions or processes and assess the feasibility of creating or modifying systems to meet user requirements.
  • May plan, direct, coordinate, monitor and review the work of others during all phases of the project team's work and coordinate the planning, development and presentation of training for users of business systems.

    * Other duties may also be assigned

    To be successful in the role you will bring:

  • Bachelor's degree and eight years relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Experience using Oracle Business Intelligence (OBI) tools, strongly desired.
  • Experience analyzing finance data and reporting, strongly desired.
  • Experience with running SQL data queries on relational databases (Oracle).
  • Proven experience with project management methodologies.
  • Proven ability in writing business requirements documents.
  • Proven ability to build relationships to achieve results in a consensus driven environment strongly desired.
  • Solid negotiation, persuasion, and facilitation skills strongly desired.
  • Solid experience with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio).
  • Experience with Salesforce (SFDC) desired.

    In addition, our preferred requirements include:

  • Proven experience with Agile and/or Waterfall project management methodologies strongly desired.
  • Proven ability in writing business requirements documents, process flows (swim lanes) for current state and future state strongly desired.
  • Proven ability in writing test cases and test scenarios strongly desired.
  • Solid experience with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Visio).
  • Experience with Salesforce (SFDC) desired. * Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
    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, ride-sharing incentives, discounts and more!
    How to Apply
    We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit your resume and a one-page cover letter along with your online application.

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


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    Location: Office of Development, California, United States
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    To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

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







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