Strategic Lead, Core Business Applications

The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.),; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Defined benefit pension plan

Tuition assistance

22 days personal leave

Job summary

The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) seeks an Assistant Director, Core Business Applications to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Core Business Applications team. You will guide development and support, while actively contributing to hands‑on coding and setting best‑practice standards to ensure reliable, scalable solutions aligned with organizational priorities.

You will partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, oversee SDLC processes, and help

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, MIS or related field.
• Strong SQL proficiency and familiarity with SaaS-based solutions.
• Extensive experience designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise application systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership for the Core Business Applications team, including mentoring, performance management, and ongoing skill development.
• Lead the analysis, design, development, testing, and implementation of application solutions based on defined timelines and business requirements.
• Present prototypes and solution recommendations to IT and Board stakeholders as appropriate.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Tools

SaaS platforms

Job description

The Board of Pensions of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) seeks an Assistant Director, Core Business Applications to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Core Business Applications team. You will guide development and support, while actively contributing to hands‑on coding and setting best‑practice standards to ensure reliable, scalable solutions aligned with organizational priorities.

You will partner with stakeholders to gather requirements, oversee SDLC processes, and help