Senior Business Consultant

Jenzabar

About The Position

The Senior Business Consultant will provide training and consulting services to Jenzabar clients on the implementation and use of Jenzabar’s software systems. This role involves learning Jenzabar software, gathering and reviewing client business practices, configuring software, training end users on the software, and documenting training/consulting engagements. The Consultant must be a proactive, self-starting professional and able to travel. This position requires a solid understanding of Student Information Systems, along with a general understanding of higher education regulations, requirements, and policies associated with key student-based offices.

Requirements

Solid understanding of Student Information Systems
General understanding of higher education regulations, requirements and policies associated with key student-based offices
BS, BA Degree, or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience (3 years must be in Higher Ed)
Experience working in one or more of the following functional areas: Admissions, Financial Aid, Registration, Advising, Student Life, Business Office, Advancement
Experience with Jenzabar’s EX/J1 Student Information System/ERP
Ability to work independently
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to communicate well with others
Ability to work in a team environment
Comfort level with evolving and ever-changing technology
Ability to translate technical complex concepts to functional end users
Strong problem-solving and software troubleshooting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven effective listening skills
Ability to follow a project plan with attention to detail and follow through

Responsibilities

Consult with and train end users on optimal configuration and use of Jenzabar’s J1 Student Information System
Ability to travel up to 25-50%
Perform assigned project tasks with minimal supervision
Follow established methodology to meet project deliverables for all assigned tasks
Work proactively and cooperatively in a team environment to accomplish project deliverables within defined schedule
Communicate information clearly, accurately, and timely to Jenzabar and client project team members
Gain a sound understanding and knowledge of the client's requirements
Understand the client’s business processes as they relate to the software
Exhibit excellent follow-up skills, including the development of detailed project documentation
Collaborate with Project Manager and other project team members in executing assigned projects
Stay abreast with industry trends and technologies
Solicit various viewpoints on potential implementation solutions
Share knowledge and insights
Other duties as assigned by management