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Senior Process Improvement Specialist
Kennesaw State University —Kennesaw, GA
- $69,280 - $83,400 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
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- Research
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Process Improvement Specialist

Kennesaw State University -
Kennesaw, GA

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Job Details

Full-time
$69,280 - $83,400 a year
22 hours ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Managing projects

Full Job Description

About Us

Are you ready to transform lives through academic excellence, innovative research, strong community partnerships and economic opportunity? Kennesaw State University is one of the 50 largest public institutions in the country. With growing enrollment and global reach, we continue to expand our institutional influence and prominence beyond the state of Georgia. We offer more than 190 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees to empower over 50,000 students to become thought leaders, lifelong learners, and informed global citizens. Our entrepreneurial spirit, high-impact research, and Division I athletics draw students from throughout the region and from more than 100 countries across the globe. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. We are part of the University System of Georgia. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. Come Take Flight at KSU!

Location

(Primary Location for Job Responsibilities) Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.

Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Job Summary

Serves as a subject matter expert, collaborating with leaders and cross-functional teams to foster the university's culture of operational improvement. Collaborates with senior leadership to oversee projects, validate outcomes, coordinate cross-functional teams, and implement new or revised processes for stakeholders. Responsibilities also encompass managing improvement projects and supervising team members as necessary. Facilitates the creation and documentation of policies and procedures related to process improvement. Advocates for Organizational Effectiveness services within the campus community.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Collaborates with campus leaders to identify process improvement opportunities and develop responsive plans.
2. Leads cross-functional teams through the process of improvement journey, balancing interests and resources.
3. Provides consultation on other OE team projects as needed, offering guidance on process improvement elements.
4. Conducts comprehensive business process reviews to pinpoint areas for improvement and develop plans using process improvement frameworks like DMAIC.
5. Tailors process improvement approaches to align with client needs and available resources.
6. Creates and delivers documentation of new or revised processes at the conclusion of projects.
7. Supports the implementation of processes by providing or developing training on new or revised procedures as needed.
8. Identifies metrics to measure process efficacy and provides evidence of improvements or additional needs.
9. Promotes Organizational Effectiveness services through ad hoc presentations, general public training, and process improvement and documentation workshops.
10. Proposes innovative business and technical solutions to enhance operational efficiency, effectiveness, and overall customer or student experience.
11. Investigates and identifies opportunities to establish standard procedures and best practices within the industry.
12. Acts as a subject matter expert, sharing industry and trade best practices.
13. Oversees all process improvement projects, tracks project plans, collaborates with project leads to ensure timely completion, and provides monthly reports to senior management.
14. Ensures the success of process improvement projects, intervening as necessary to adjust.
15. Supports the creation of policies and procedures that foster continuous improvement.
16. Educates and trains in process management methodologies, problem-solving, and prevention techniques.
17. Conducts special studies and coordinates projects to improve processes and practices at Kennesaw State University

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education in business or related field or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Other Required Qualifications

At least one of the following certifications or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
Yellow Belt in Lean, Six Sigma, Process Management Professional Certification
Project Management Certification

Required Experience
Three (3) years of experience in process improvement, encompassing managing large-scale projects, applying lean quality improvement methodologies, and collecting and analyzing project data

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications
An advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in a related field

Proposed Salary

The budgeted salary range is $69,280 - $83,400 per year. Offers are based on relevant experience. Comprehensive benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, generous retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options, and more! Visit- https://hr.kennesaw.edu/benefits/index.php

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Ability to adopt a consultant mindset, providing expert advice and innovative solutions.
Able to handle multiple tasks or projects at one time, meeting assigned deadlines

KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of process improvement principles and tools
Strong knowledge of technology and its application in process improvements

SKILLS
Skilled in acting as a change agent, driving and facilitating organizational improvements.
Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills
Proficient with computer applications and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite)
Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, [email protected].

Other Information

This is a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel

Background Check

Standard Enhanced
Education

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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