Assistant Vice President for Process Improvement and Project Design (Business Analysis Executive) at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



UNIV STRATEGIC INITIATIVES (UA-USI-IUBLA)



Job Summary



The Assistant Vice President for Process Improvement and Project Design will report to the Associate Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and lead unit and enterprise process improvement initiatives, leveraging (among other strategies) Lean Six Sigma methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and optimize project design. This individual establishes long-term improvement initiatives to meet long-term strategic objectives, through leadership and development of business relationships across the university. This leader drives innovation and excellence within the area of business analysis, process improvement, and optimal project design. The ideal candidate is both a strategic thinker and hands-on leader, capable of driving change through data-driven insights and continuous improvement initiatives.


Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Builds an enterprise process improvement team within University Strategic Initiatives to achieve the following:
  
  
  • Ensure enterprise-wide projects and initiatives are guided/informed by process improvement analysis
  
  
  • Conduct large-scale process improvement analyses and recommendations (i.e. a review of a major functional unit, or major functions, like web development, etc.)
  
  
  • Create a network of trained staff across key units on process improvement (yellow belts, green belts, etc.). Coordinate and integrate these staff in improvement objectives as relevant.
  
  
  • Establishes enterprise monitoring, reporting, and validation of ROI, savings, and resource efficiencies.
  
  
  
  


• Leads Process Improvement Team and Strategies to support the following university initiatives:
  
  
  • Leads the university's process improvement team.
  
  
  • Implements project management strategies and structures that foster Lean Six Sigma strategies across projects to ensure consistent application of process improvement methodologies.
  
  
  • Develops and implements metrics to track process performance and provide regular reports to senior leadership on the progress and outcomes of improvement initiatives.
  
  
  
  


• Provides comprehensive Project Design and Management:
  
  
  • Directs the implementation of best practices in project design, ensuring that all projects are efficiently planned, executed, and aligned with organizational goals.
  
  
  • Ensures standardization in project management methodologies across the organization, adopting recognized frameworks such as PMI or Agile where appropriate.
  
  
  • Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define project requirements, deliverables, and success metrics.
  
  
  
  


• Leads Training and Staff Development Programs:
  
  
  • Develops and delivers relevant training programs for staff on Lean Six Sigma methodologies and other process improvement tools.
  
  
  • Mentors and coaches staff in process improvement strategies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  
  
  • Serves as a subject matter expert and resource for all process improvement and project management-related queries and challenges.
  
  
  
  


• Upholds Governance and Best Practices:
  
  
  • Implements and upholds governance structures to support continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  
  • Ensures that processes improvement strategies align with broader organizational strategies and objectives.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications



EDUCATION



Required

• Master's degree in a related field

Preferred

• Terminal degree

WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• 7 years of relevant experience in project management and process improvement


• 3 years of management experience

Preferred

• 10 years of relevant experience


• 5 years of management experience, including leading complex, enterprise-wide projects

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES



Preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills


• Maintains a high degree of professionalism


• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality


• Excellent organizational skills


• Excellent collaboration and team building skills


• Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback


• Instills commitment to organizational goals


• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision-making skills


• Effective conflict management skills


• Builds and manages effective teams


• Effective leadership skills


• Demonstrates ability to train and clearly present information


• Ability to represent the company with external constituents


• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion

Work Location



Indianapolis, Indiana - OR - Bloomington, Indiana



Advertised Salary



$150,000 - $175,000 annually



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution


• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options


• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting


• Additional supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition benefit for IU classes


• 10 paid holidays per year


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Executive


FLSA: Exempt


Job Function: General Administration


Job Family: Business Analysis


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