Change Management Specialist

Qualifications
Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience in change management of projects of moderate size/complexity, including planning and managing change management plans, or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools (i.e., Prosci)
• Demonstrated ability to consult and work collaboratively with business partners, subject matter experts, technical resources, vendor partners, and business partners and diverse groups at any levels of an organization.
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to establish and maintain relationships.
• Ability to motivate and influence others to move toward a common vision or goal.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the creation of an environment that is service-oriented, supportive, engaging, and effective.
• Demonstrated excellence in client service skills and ability to learn business concepts quickly.
• Excellent project management skills and demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Outstanding writing, editing, critical reasoning, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate the effectiveness of change management plans and improve as needed.
• Experience interpreting business requirements, process flows, and functional spec documents would be beneficial.

Certifications and Licenses:

• Change management and/or project management certification desired.

Physical Requirements*:

• Office work generally performed in a sitting position.
• Frequently perform desk-based computer tasks, use telephone, writing by hand, sort/file paperwork.
• Occasionally stand/walk, lift/carry objects weighing 11-20 pounds.
• Rarely reach/work above shoulder.

Working Conditions:

Occasional extended working hours during peak cycles.

Work Standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

The expected pay range for this position is $111,000 to $120,000 per annum. 
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Why Stanford is for You:
Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and how it enriches 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 TedTalk, 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!
• Redwood City. Our new Stanford Redwood City campus, which opened in 2019, is the workplace for approximately 2,700 staff, including FMS, whose jobs are important to supporting the university’s mission.  The campus will offer amenities such as onsite cafes and a dining pavilion, a high-end fitness facility with an outdoor pool, and a childcare center for Stanford families.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources at stanfordelr@stanford.edu. For all other inquiries, please submit a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.