Strategic Portfolio Management System Analyst

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Job Description

About the Institutional Portfolio Management (IPM) Department

The IPM department is part of the CFO org and is responsible for driving strategic execution and transformation across the WGU System. We manage portfolios of enterprise initiatives that align with WGU's 5-Year Strategic Plan-connecting strategy to action. Our work enables leaders to execute bold, system-wide change by:

• Designing innovative business processes that improve productivity and scale.
• Building enterprise capabilities in Agile Innovation, Portfolio Management, and Rapid Technology Development.
• Identifying and mitigating enterprise risks while driving cost efficiency and waste reduction.

We're not just a tactical function-we're strategic enablers, trusted advisors and transformation partners.

The Role: Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) System Analyst

The Strategic Portfolio Management System Analyst supports the systems, data, and processes that enable WGU's enterprise portfolio management function. This role ensures that portfolio data is accurate, reliable, and actionable, and that the tools and workflows used across the university effectively support strategic decisionmaking.
You will partner closely with portfolio managers, business leaders, analysts, and technology teams to enhance WGU's enterprise portfolio management platform, maintain highquality information, develop reporting and insights, and continuously improve the user experience.

What You'll Do

• Maintain, configure, and optimize the Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) system to support enterprise portfolio processes, reporting, and governance
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity across portfolios, programs, initiatives, and dashboards; identify gaps and implement corrective actions
• Partner with IPM leaders and crossfunctional teams to develop enhancements, streamline workflows, and improve system usability
• Build and maintain reporting, metrics, and portfolio insights that support institutional decisionmaking
• Support training, documentation, change management, and adoption efforts for SPM tools and processes

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Information Systems or a related field
• 4 years of experience in operational analysis for strategic portfolio management, enterprise planning, PMO, or finance
• Hands on experience with enterprise portfolio management systems, such as ServiceNow (user, system implementation)

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in online higher education or other large-scale, service-oriented organizations.

Work Location

• This is afull-time, in-office positionat WGU's headquarters inSalt Lake City, UT.

What to Expect
At WGU, our mission drives everything we do-including how we hire. Our interview experience is designed to give qualified candidates the opportunity to show their best work through meaningful conversations, practical problem-solving, and authentic collaboration.

We thoughtfully review every application and invite forward the candidates whose experience and potential best align with the role and our mission. If selected, you'll hear from a recruiter or hiring manager who will guide you through the process and help you know what to expect at each stage. We aim to communicate decisions promptly and respectfully.

Here's what that typically looks like:

• Introductory call (~30 minutes): We'll walk you through who we are at WGU and learn about your relevant experience.
• Hiring manager interview (~45 minutes)
• Onsite interview (2+ hours)

We're looking forward to getting to know you and seeing how you think, collaborate and build. Welcome to WGU.

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Position & Application Details

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It's not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.