Senior AI & Business Enablement Partner

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Information Strategy and Services

Job Title: Senior AI & Business Enablement Partner

Position #: 00853247 – Requisition #: 41160

Job Summary:

Are you passionate about improving how people work through AI, process innovation, and organizational change? Do you enjoy partnering with stakeholders to solve complex business challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver meaningful transformation? Join Information Strategy and Services (ISS) and help shape the future of administrative operations through AI-enabled innovation and business enablement. This is a unique opportunity to help define how AI and emerging technologies are applied across a world-class academic medical campus. You'll work at the intersection of people, processes, and technology, partnering with stakeholders to modernize operations, improve efficiency, and create lasting organizational impact. From research administration to financial services and beyond, you'll help shape the future of work at CU Anschutz.

About the Role

The Senior AI & Business Enablement Partner, will collaborate with campus partners to identify opportunities, lead initiatives, and implement solutions that improve business processes, enhance decision-making, and advance operational excellence. This unique role combines technical project leadership, business analysis, process improvement, and organizational change management to help drive AI adoption and business transformation across the CU Anschutz campus. You'll serve as a trusted partner who bridges business and technology teams to deliver meaningful, sustainable outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Partner with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI-enabled process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of AI-enabled initiatives, including project planning, stakeholder communications, risk management, and progress tracking.
• Facilitate requirements gathering, stakeholder workshops, business process analysis, and future-state design to define solutions and drive organizational outcomes.
• Analyze current and future-state workflows to identify opportunities for optimization, automation, and operational improvement.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate operational needs into technology-enabled solutions and actionable project outcomes.
• Assess organizational impacts and develop change management, communication, training, and adoption strategies that support successful implementation.
• Build strong partnerships with faculty, staff, vendors, and technology teams to advance transformational initiatives across campus.
• Promote the responsible and effective use of AI and emerging technologies to deliver measurable business value.

What You'll Bring

• Strong relationship-building, stakeholder engagement, and partnership skills.
• Experience leading projects or initiatives that involve multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and organizational change.
• The ability to analyze business challenges and develop practical, value-driven solutions.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and requirements-gathering skills.
• Experience supporting process improvement, workflow optimization, or business transformation efforts.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for innovation, emerging technologies, and continuous improvement.

Join Us

If you're excited about helping people work smarter, improving business processes, and unlocking the potential of AI and emerging technologies, we'd love to hear from you. Join ISS and help drive the future of business transformation at CU Anschutz.

Work Location:

Hybrid – This position is eligible for a hybrid work environment. AMC ISS strives for a high-flex work environment, meaning although this role may predominately be executed effectively with a remote schedule, there may be instances where in-person meetings and/or activities are needed. There is no minimum or prescribed in-person requirement. The work schedule will be based around core working hours in Colorado Mountain Time.

Why Join Us:

Information Strategy and Services (ISS) partners across the campus to deliver information technology services that empower teaching, learning, research, and patient care. ISS is organized into four core functions: Technology & Infrastructure, Security & Compliance, and Business Strategy. Together, we connect service and technology.

Our work is guided by six shared principles that connect our teams and shape how we serve our customers:

• Curiosity- Explore beyond one’s own experience and environment.
• Compassion- Demonstrates empathy, understanding, and respect for all people.
• Collaboration- Partner well beyond our space and build partnerships to achieve organizational results.
• Commitment- Dedication and engagement one has to their job, team, organization and university.
• Competence- Know our craft and be committed to continuous improvement and learning.
• Confidence- Be empowered and assured to represent our customers and their needs.

Active investment in our culture and our people is foundational in developing and delivering service excellence. ​To cultivate a people centric workplace, we do the following:

• Growth & Development: Our Workforce Development Program builds critical skills and supports career advancement.
• Empowered Managers: Leaders are trained in coaching and team effectiveness to drive success.
• Open Communication: Stay connected through monthly town halls and annual summits.
• Wellness Focus: We prioritize employee well-being with supportive wellness initiatives.
• Coaching Culture: Continuous learning and feedback are part of how we grow together.
• Flexible Work: We offer flexible arrangements whenever possible to support work-life balance.

Click here to find out more about ISS’s Culture

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Education, or a closely related field. Substitution: 4 years of professional or high-level technical work experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree. An associate’s degree with two years of relevant work experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree.

Experience:

2+ years of experience leading projects and initiatives as a project manager, project lead, or similar role. 1-2 years of experience supporting business analysis efforts through requirements gathering, process mapping, stakeholder engagement, and workflow analysis. 1-2 years of experience working with or supporting AI technologies, workflow automation platforms, and digital solutions that enhance business processes and operational efficiency. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in or supporting higher education, research administration, grants management, financial compliance, or technology-focused organizations. Experience leading complex projects involving business transformation, process improvement, organizational change, and technology implementation. Experience with business analysis techniques, including requirements gathering, process mapping, workflow analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, workflow automation platforms, enterprise applications, data governance, APIs, integration platforms, cloud services, and related technologies. Professional certification in project management, Agile methodologies, business analysis, or change management (e.g., PMP, CAPM, CSM, CSPO, CBAP, CCBA, Prosci).

Conditions of Employment:

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including faculty, administrators, and technical teams. Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible language for non-technical audiences. Strong facilitation skills for leading meetings, workshops, and cross-functional working sessions. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a data-informed mindset. Proven ability to manage projects successfully under various constraints using established project management methodologies and tools. Ability to gather, analyze, and document business requirements and translate them into functional specifications, including current and future state process mapping. Knowledge of change management principles and the ability to develop and execute change plans that drive user adoption. Understanding of AI/ML concepts, automation technologies, and data architectures, with the ability to apply that knowledge to evaluating, scoping, and implementing AI-driven solutions for administrative business processes.

How to Apply:

We value the thoughts you put into a Cover Letter and would like to see your Resume, and List of References. For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position, Resume, Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address. Questions should be directed to: ISS Human Resources iss-humanresources@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by September 25, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $95,000 - $120,000. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.