IT Business Analyst

To be successful in the role you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business and five years relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of computer system capabilities, business processes, and work flow.
• Experience with enterprise applications and understanding of database driven applications.
• Strong understanding of the software development life cycle.
• Knowledge of principles and techniques used in conducting management studies and in systems analysis.
• Current knowledge of rapidly changing computer technology.
• Skill in conducting interviews and facilitating group meetings.
• Skill in developing and conducting training programs.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to bridge functional and technical resources by communicating effectively with individuals of varying systems expertise and business needs.
• Strong listening, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to design and document complex business systems.
• Proven problem solving and analytical thinking and ability to approach problems logically and systematically.

In addition, our preferred requirements include:

• Proven experience with Agile and 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 user stories and acceptance criteria under Agile methodology strongly desired.
• Proven ability in writing test cases and test scenarios strongly desired.
• 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) strongly desired.
• Experience with Salesforce (SFDC) and/or Oracle desired.
• Experience with running SQLs and data queries on relational databases (Oracle) desired.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and testing practices desired.
• Knowledge and understanding of University operations, administration and community desired.
• Experience with University Advancement systems 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 Ted Talk, 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!

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 résumé 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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