Business Analyst and Technology Implementation Specialist - Casual

University of Lethbridge; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established institution in Canada is seeking a Business Analyst and Technology Implementation Specialist to enhance operational efficiency within the Dhillon School of Business. This casual position involves working closely with faculty to document and automate course timetabling processes, ensuring seamless communication and data management. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a background in technology, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in an academic environment. Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering innovation and excellence in education.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a computer science or business technology program.
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate study.

Responsibilities

• Document business processes for timetabling and staffing courses.
• Automate business processes using database and workflow technology.

Skills

Relational Databases

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Active Listening

Education

Post-Secondary Enrollment in Computer Science

Undergraduate Study (2 Years Completed)

Graduate Program (Master's or Ph.D.)

Tools

Airtable

Office Software

Job description

Business Analyst and Technology Implementation Specialist - Casual

Job Title Business Analyst and Technology Implementation Specialist - Casual

About the University

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We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions. With more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students, two campuses (Lethbridge and Calgary), seven faculties and schools, and more than 2,500 employees, ULethbridge is Lethbridge’s second largest employer. Faculty and staff come together to contribute, each in their own way, to establishing ULethbridge as Canada’s destination university. In 2022, Lethbridge was recognized as one of Canada’s top small cities.

The Dhillon School of Business Dean’s Office invites qualified applicants to apply to the 35-hour a week, 14-week, temporary Business Analyst and Technology Implementor position. This position will support the Dhillon School of Business Dean’s office by working with the Associate Dean and Director of Curriculum and Timetabling to understand and automate the work needed to determine the courses offered each term, provide information for timetabling, staffing of those courses, and related activities such as contracts, emails and textbook orders. Working remotely from Calgary or elsewhere in southern Alberta may be possible, if the candidate can come to Lethbridge campus at least every two weeks. Co-op students registered with the University of Lethbridge must notify the Co-op program if they are the successful candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with involved staff to identify the steps in and document the business processes involved in timetabling and staffing courses;
• Identification, cleaning, and loading of data needed for course timetabling and staffing into the appropriate software;
• Application of database and workflow automation technology to automate the related business processes, including loading of data into the database and development of communication;
• Testing of the resulting technology;
• Developing documentation and training materials to support use of the created systems

Hourly rate: $23.96/hr

Dhillon School of Business

The Dhillon School of Business is AACSB accredited and values both teaching and research excellence. We maintain close ties with the community through our experiential programs. Students can concentrate their undergraduate studies in a wide range of certificates, diplomas, degree majors and combined degrees. There are approximately 50 full-time faculty and 1800 undergraduates located on our Lethbridge and Calgary campuses, as well as graduate programming in the areas of management practice, health services management, management research, and business analytics. Dhillon supports cross-disciplinary research and encourages faculty to work with students in thesis and course-based graduate programs. Active international exchange programs are in place for both students and faculty. Please visit our website at http://www.uleth.ca/dhillon for more information, including our strategic plan at https://www.ulethbridge.ca/dhillon/about-school .

Position Qualifications

• You must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program, in a computer science, business technology, or related field.
• You must have completed at least two years of undergraduate post-secondary study with satisfactory academic performance, or be in a graduate (Master’s or Ph.D.) program.
• You must be able to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• You must have completed at least one post-secondary course in relational databases. Completion of courses in programming, systems analysis, and business process analysis is desirable. Prior familiarity with Airtable is desirable.
• Prior familiarity with an office environment and related software is desirable.
• You must have excellent spoken and written communication skills, good active listening skills, as well as good attention to detail, creativity, problem solving, and good time management abilities

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Starting Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE) Hiring Range indicated in Position Details

Full Salary Range (at 1.0 FTE)

Campus

Campus Lethbridge

Employment Group

Employment Group AUPE

Position Category

Open Date

Open Date 04/01/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date 05/05/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Position End Date (if temporary) 08/15/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Equity

The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Additional Documents

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