Director, Transformation

Do you have a passion for children and education? Would you like to positively impact families in need of help? We want to speak with you!

Step Up For Students empowers families to pursue and engage in the most appropriate learning options for their children.

Step Up For Students offers an excellent benefits package:

SUFS Total Rewards

Medical - HSA/FSA - Dental - Vision
Company Paid Disability - Life Insurance
401K Match - Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Time off Policy - Professional Development


JOB SUMMARY
This position will be part of a dedicated team of specialists playing a key role in driving organizational change initiatives, ensuring the effective adoption of new processes, technologies, and strategies to enhance operational efficiency and overall business performance. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement and lead the execution of transformation strategies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
◦ Develop and implement transformation strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
◦ Identify technology trends and create roadmaps for digital adoption and IT modernization.
◦ Analyze business/technical trends and market conditions to guide strategic decision-making.
◦ Collaborate with leadership to define long-term vision and short-term objectives for transformation initiatives.
◦ Ensure alignment of technology initiatives with business objectives and compliance requirements.
◦ Monitor and adjust strategies based on performance metrics, and technological advancements.
◦ Track project milestones and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.
◦ Implement project management methodologies such as Agile, Lean, and Six Sigma.
◦ Coordinate cross-functional teams and facilitate effective communication.
◦ Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive change initiatives.
◦ Facilitate collaboration and alignment between departments to ensure project success.
◦ Conduct stakeholder analysis to identify concerns and develop engagement and risk mitigation strategies.
◦ Establish metrics to measure the success of strategic initiatives and projects.
◦ Analyze data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth.
◦ Identify opportunities for technology optimization and automation.
◦ Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting best practices and innovation.
◦ Evaluate existing IT workflows and recommend enhancements.
◦ Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness of transformation efforts.
◦ Utilize data-driven insights to support decision-making and identify improvement areas.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
◦ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Non-Profit Management, or related field. Demonstrated success and a proven track record in professional/life experience in specific job functions, projects, or industries, and military service can substitute for the formal education requirements.
◦ Minimum of 7 years of experience in strategic planning, digital transformation or a related role.
◦ Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
◦ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
◦ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
◦ Commitment to the mission and values of Step Up For Students.
PREFERRED:
◦ Master’s degree.

KEY COMPETENCIES
◦ Demonstrates critical Transformation and Leadership skills and abilities: True Collaboration; Focusing on Outcomes: Owning and effectively solving problems for today and the future; Empathetic Leadership; Adaptability and Resilience; Emotional Intelligence/CEM skills and Continuous Development/Continuous Improvement Mindsets.
◦ Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities in technology-driven environments.
◦ Strong leadership and change management skills, especially within IT Frameworks.
◦ Ability to drive innovation and foster a culture of adaptability.
◦ Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
◦ Effective decision-making under pressure.
◦ Deep understanding of organizational change management principles and IT.
◦ Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Lean, Six Sigma).
◦ Knowledge of business process optimization techniques.
◦ Awareness of emerging industry trends and digital transformation technologies.
◦ Proficiency in data analysis and performa