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Enablement Strategist II, Innovation

Position Number: 9740469
Location: Buffalo, United States
Position Type: Computing - Support and Training

Enablement Strategist II, Innovation

Position Information

Position Title: Enablement Strategist II, Innovation
Department: Innovation
Posting Link: <a href=""https://apptrkr.com/9740469"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/63644
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Enablement Strategist II serves as a senior delivery and enablement professional within the Innovation Unit, translating strategic innovation initiatives into executable programs, projects, and services. This role partners closely with campus stakeholders, Innovation Engineers, and cross-functional IT teams to break down complex problems, define implementation plans, coordinate delivery activities, and ensure successful adoption of innovative solutions.

Operating as a bridge between vision and execution, the Enablement Strategist II focuses on tactical implementation, stakeholder engagement, documentation, and delivery coordination, ensuring that Innovation initiatives are well-scoped, effectively communicated, and sustainably supported once deployed. This position requires strong program and project leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work hands-on with customers and technical teams to move ideas from concept to operational reality.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the tactical implementation of Innovation initiatives by translating strategic vision into actionable plans, deliverables, and execution roadmaps
Partner with campus stakeholders to understand needs, decompose complex problems, and define clear requirements and success criteria
Coordinate closely with Innovation Engineers and technical teams to support solution development, provide feedback, and ensure alignment with stakeholder expectations
Design, configure, and deploy innovative solutions using no-code and low-code platforms (e.g., workflow automation tools, AI-assisted configuration, and configurable SaaS capabilities) to rapidly address campus needs without traditional software development
Evaluate use cases for "clicks-not-code" approaches, determine feasibility and limitations, and guide stakeholders toward appropriate solution patterns. Partner with Innovation Engineers to identify when no-code/low-code solutions are sufficient versus when custom development is required. Promote responsible, secure, and scalable use of no-code tools in alignment with enterprise standards and AI governance principles.
Develop training materials and lead hands-on workshops and effective, multimodal training sessions to enable campus partners to confidently use new services and solutions
Manage program and project-level activities including planning, documentation, stakeholder communication, and delivery tracking
Support adoption and sustainability through documentation, training coordination, and transition planning
Serve as a trusted point of contact for customers throughout the lifecycle of Innovation initiatives, from project initiation through delivery and support

Additional Information:

It is a great time to join UB Information Technology (UBIT)! Our staff are highly skilled and motivated to succeed and have cutting-edge training and technical resources at their disposal. For more information about UBIT visit our website. All the duties and responsibilities listed above continue to occur in a 247 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required.

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Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life
Being part of the University at Buffalo community

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience or master's degree with 1 year of experience with information systems, instructional design, educational technology, or related field; Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Demonstrated experience planning and leading trainings, workshops, or enablement sessions with successful learning outcomes
High level of comfort working with technology, including modern digital tools and platforms
Strong interpersonal skills, including patience, adaptability, and the ability to support learners with varying levels of technical confidence
Demonstrated advanced technical proficiency; proven ability to independently design and implement technical solutions
Strong communication skills with ability to patiently and clearly explain technical concepts to diverse audiences including non-technical stakeholders
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.
This is a campus-based position with the possibility of hybrid work.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree
6+ years of experience in a higher education or complex organizational environment
Advanced familiarity with AI concepts and applications strongly preferred
Experience with a multitude of software applications and demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adopt new technologies
Experience serving as technical lead on significant projects or initiatives
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve software-related technology-related issues in real time or through guided support

Physical Demands

N/A

Salary Range
$85,000 - $95,000

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Kevin Eye
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Director, Innovation
Contact's Email: eye@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-4579

Posting Dates

Posted: 07/29/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 09/10/2026