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Enterprise IT Business Analyst II - Portfolio Management

Texas Tech University
United States, Texas, Lubbock
Feb 26, 2025
Lubbock Enterprise IT Business Analyst II - Portfolio Management 40290BR TTU Office of the CIO Position Description The Enterprise IT Business Analyst II is key in understanding and documenting business processes within Texas Tech University departments. This position is a liaison between IT and functional departments, ensuring that technology requests align with institutional needs. The analyst is responsible for conducting business analysis, documenting workflows, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. This position may interact with key IT leadership and functional leadership across Texas Tech University System institutions as part of the central IT Division. Enterprise IT Business Analyst II is expected to operate with a higher level of independence and analytical capability than an entry-level analyst. About the University Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world. About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories. Major/Essential Functions Maintain knowledge of institutional business processes. Performs business analysis in collaboration with stakeholders to identify and document business needs. Converts business use cases into technical requirements to ensure successful IT work initiatives. Collaborates with stakeholders to identify and document project requirements, including business needs, desired outcomes, and resource requirements. Collaborates with the project team to review strategies, options and issues mitigations to ensure successful project completions. Update and maintain project information in project management software. Identify opportunities for improvements and recommending changes to enhance efficiency and efficacy of processes. Adheres to all appropriate Institutional policies (including IT OPs) and other relevant internal departmental policies. Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or the CIO. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to exercise judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities; plan and organize effectively, prioritize goals, use time efficiently, and stay on task; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective work relationships. Analytical skills, and process decomposition abilities. Documentation skills and the ability to refine scope. Superior communication skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. MS Office proficiency. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, Computer Science, MIS or similar field and 1 - 2 years of related experience. Additional job-related experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Applicants for this Security Sensitive Level II position will be subject to a criminal background check and must pass a drug and alcohol test after a conditional offer of employment has been extended, but before employment can be confirmed. Preferred Qualifications Experience in higher education with exposure to business processes, business analyst training, or work experience in functional departments. Safety Information Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees. Occasional Duties PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Experience in higher education with exposure to business processes; business analyst training or work experience in functional departments. Does this position work in a research laboratory? No Required Attachments Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV Optional Attachments Professional License/Certification, Recommendation/Referral Job Type Full Time Pay Basis Hourly Minimum Hire Rate 31.34 Pay Statement Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan. Travel Required Up to 25% Shift Day Schedule Details M-F 8am - 5pm Grant Funded? No Job Group Enterprise IT EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.