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Foundational Level Performance:

  • Recognize and list opportunities for existing system improvements.
  • Stay abreast of higher education technologies via webinars, professional conferences, and vendor user groups.
  • Create visual process maps and data flow maps to document the current state and desired state of business processes.

Intermediate Level Performance:

  • Assess, implement, and integrate technology solutions to provide robust support for student services, with measurable performance indicators.
  • Evaluate enterprise systems and emerging technologies to design scalable, secure, and student-centered solutions that streamline operations and improve data-driven decision-making.
  • Collaborate with the information technology department and functional stakeholders to implement system solutions based on sound business process improvement, project management, and organizational change management methodologies.

Advanced Level Performance:

  • Lead strategic planning and drive innovation in the use of technology across enrollment and academic operations.
  • Operationalize best practices for system governance, advocate for user-centered design, and ensure compliance with data privacy and security standards.
  • Mentor staff and champion a culture of digital fluency to transform institutional capabilities and position technology as a catalyst for continuous improvement and student success.

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