Enablement Strategist II, Innovation
Position Information
Position Title: Enablement Strategist II, Innovation
Department: Innovation
Posting Link: https://apptrkr.com/9740465"">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 24×7 environment, therefore, working extended hours, holidays, or varied hours may be required.
Learn More:
- 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
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