Senior Business Process Analyst

Overview:

Work for a first-class institution that is innovative, multi-dimensional, and dynamic by joining AIR as a Senior Business Process Analyst.

We hire talented and forward-thinking professionals to build our cross-functional teams and support our clients in solving complex problems. Our people—problem-solvers, changemakers, and creative thinkers—are experts in their craft who rise to meet today’s challenges.

The Senior Business Process Analyst will play an integral role in delivering on some of the most meaningful projects in communities across the United States and the world. You’ll collaborate with our teams of motivated and passionate visionaries, where your input will be valued and your contributions vital to our success.

We value the experiences of every member of our institution, from entry level to executive. As part of our collaborative, learning-oriented team, you’ll be encouraged to grow in your career, develop additional skills, and progress professionally.

AIR’s Information Technology (IT) team is seeking a Senior Business Process Analyst focused on IT Service Desk process improvements. This will be a hybrid role bridging IT support and business process optimization. The Information Technology team provides a secure technology environment that allows AIR to become more efficient (quantity) and effective(quality). This position reports to the Business Process Architect.

You will work with a dynamic team and have opportunities to pursue mutual, long-term career development goals. If you are excited to be part of a dynamic team and want to roll up your sleeves, this role is for you.

Candidates hired for the position may work remotely within the United States (U.S.) or from one of our U.S. office locations. This does not include U.S. territories. 

About AIR:

Established in 1946, with headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, AIR is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit institution that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We advance evidence in the areas of education, health, the workforce, human services, and international development to create a better, more equitable world.

AIR’s commitment to diversity goes beyond legal compliance to its full integration in our strategy, operations, and work environment. At AIR, we define diversity broadly, considering everyone’s unique life and community experiences. We believe that embracing diverse perspectives, abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, styles, ages, genders, gender identities and expressions, education backgrounds, and life stories drives innovation and employee engagement. Learn more about AIR's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategy and hear from our staff by clicking here.

Essential job functions include but are not limited to-

• Collaborate with the Technical Support Services Managers to understand current processes and manage IT help desk process improvement projects from initiation to completion.
• Work in conjunction with the Technical Support Services team members to experience the daily operational practices in providing IT support to our institution.
• Provide training and support to IT Technical Support Services staff on new processes and tools.
• Continuously evaluate and refine help desk processes to ensure ongoing improvement and alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage multiple process improvements, and projects of various sizes utilizing a standard project management methodology.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the defined project quality standards.
• Manage client and stakeholder expectations via status reports, meetings, and formal and ad hoc communications.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time based on business needs.

Education, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in MIS, Business Management, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of project management experience or a Bachelor's degree in the above fields with a minimum of 7 years of project management experience.
• Prior experience leading or managing an IT Helpdesk or IT Service Desk.
• Knowledge of contemporary information technologies and cloud-based services.
• Project management certification (PMP, CAPM) is desired but not required.
• Business analysis and structured systems analysis certifications are a plus but not required.

 Skills:

• Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to communicate with and understand the needs of both technical and non-technical internal and external clients.
• Ability to effectively collaborate in a virtual, cross-functional diverse team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work well independently, and collaboratively as needed.
• Adept in a fast-paced environment to manage multiple concurrent deliveries.
• Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a focus on details and high quality.
• Strong business acumen, consultative, communication, organizational, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Experienced in change management across all levels of stakeholders.
• Proficient in utilizing standard Microsoft 365 tools, including OneDrive, SharePoint, Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Disclosures:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis. Employment-based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Depending on project work, qualified candidates may need to meet certain residency requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

AIR adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo reference and background checks.

AIR’s Total Rewards Program, is designed to reward our staff competitively and motivate them to achieve our critical mission. This position offers an anticipated annual salary of $136,500 to $141,500. Salary offers are made based on internal equity within the institution and external equity with competitive markets. Please note this is the annual salary range for candidates that are based in the United States.

AIR maintains a drug-free work environment.

Fraudulent Job Scams Warning & Disclaimer:

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