Project Manager/business Analyst - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University

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Halifax, Canada

1 week ago

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Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Salary
- $66,445 - $89,012 per annum

Classification

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role._

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading researchintensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purposedriven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

The Enterprise Application Services (EAS) department in ITS provides services to support and improve university administration by implementing, upgrading and maintaining a variety of administrative systems and information technology platforms. Reporting to the Associate Director, Project & Portfolio Management, the Project Manager & Business Process Analyst will be responsible for undertaking project assignments in support of Enterprise Software Systems used at Dalhousie University.

Key Responsibilities

Fosters innovative strategic approaches to analysis and solutions delivery, performing systems analysis at the highest technical level.
Researches, on a technical basis, the best methods for accommodating current business when implementing/developing new systems.
Works within established timeframes to design and develop software solutions that meet functional and technical specifications, ensuring that all development integrates well with the longterm needs of the university's Enterprise Application Services.
Develops detailed project planning schedules on assigned projects and provides management with ongoing project status information, and provides leadership and direction to the IT staff assigned to the projects.
Investigates new initiatives and best practices in the IT and Higher Ed industries. Effectively shares this knowledge with others in the unit and teams.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of inperson work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

University degree in a related field (Computer Science, Business Administration, Information Management, etc), plus five years' experience in a similar role (or equivalent combination of training and experience).
Experience in business analysis and project management in a technical / IT environment.
Familiarity with Ellucian Banner or similar ERP system.
Experience in process improvement and change management methodology and practices.
Highly motivated and innovative thinking ability with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Assets

Certifications in areas such as Lean Six Sigma, Organizational Change Management, Project Management, Business Analysis or Process Management.

Job Competencies
Respect & Inclusion

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program._

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