Tufts University

Research university in Medford, MA

Team Lead Systems Analyst

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Full-timeMedford, MA, USA$108.2k - $162.4k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent knowledge and experience typically acquired through such a degree.
At least 3 years of progressive information technology experience.
At least 3 years of experience successfully leading technical teams or projects while remaining hands-on with complex systems.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and operational priorities.
Experience collaborating across large, complex organizations.
Ability to engage effectively with vendors, partners, and non-technical stakeholders at all organizational levels.
A solid understanding of system administration, networking, and application support.
Ability to deliver professional customer service and consultations.
Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills to maintain and build relationships with university partners.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of systems analysts responsible for configuring, integrating, implementing, and supporting information systems across the Operations Division.
Ensure analysts deliver high-quality technical support, system administration, and process improvement initiatives.
Prioritize workloads, mentor staff, and coordinate projects to improve operational efficiency and the end-user experience.
Lead and mentor direct reports, and build and support high-performing teams that meet service-level agreements and complete work effectively, on time, and on budget.
Develop, coach, and mentor staff in adopting department-wide shared practices; provide professional development, goal setting, feedback, and clear communication of plans and priorities.
Manage staff performance, including setting goals, tracking progress, preparing performance reviews, and resolving performance issues.
Manage leave requests, professional development opportunities, the PDP planning process, and staff-resource allocation.
Develop and manage assigned capital and operating budgets in accordance with university financial practices and protocols.
Ensure recruitment efforts identify and select qualified staff.
Ensure the information security and privacy team follows group, department, and university administrative, operating, collaboration, and technical practices.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture and participate in leadership and supervisor workshops, trainings, and meetings.
Collaborate with internal technology teams, the Operations Division, and university functional departments.
Serve as a technical partner to faculty, staff, and administrators, translating business needs into technology solutions.
Liaise with vendors, consultants, and external partners on requirements, implementation oversight, and issue resolution.
Communicate with technical and non-technical audiences, adapting messaging to stakeholder needs.
Incorporate user feedback, service metrics, and stakeholder input into service improvements.
Provide senior technical oversight and Tier 3 escalation support for complex, high-impact incidents and system issues.
Oversee application and system administration, integrations, data flows, and user access management in accordance with security, compliance, and operational standards.
Review and approve system configuration changes, testing plans, releases, documentation, and technical procedures.
Partner with infrastructure, security, identity, and application teams to align system architecture and support with university standards.
Assess current and emerging technologies and recommend improvements to system reliability, scalability, and end-user experience.
Lead and coordinate medium- to large-scale technical projects, including implementations, integrations, upgrades, and process improvements.
Act as the technical and operational point of contact for projects, collaborating with project managers, functional leads, and stakeholders.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, resource estimates, risk assessments, and dependencies.
Deliver projects on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with operational requirements and technology best practices.
Improve project-management practices and service-delivery processes.
Ensure technical documentation, support procedures, and system knowledge bases are developed and maintained.
Promote training and knowledge sharing for team members and end users.
Drive adoption of shared practices, standards, and new technologies.
Follow departmental shared administrative practices, including planning and communicating around time off, attending required trainings, and setting professional goals through the PDP process; work in alignment with the department vision and shared practices.

Desired Qualifications

Experience building or supporting building management systems, physical security technology, dining or food management systems, and public safety systems.
Familiarity with compliance and security regulations.
Experience in a higher education environment.
Project management certification.

Overview

Tufts Technology Services (TTS) is Tufts' trusted leader in technology partnership, support, and enablement, delivering solutions in service of the university’s mission. TTS works closely with school and central division partners to meet the technology needs of the Tufts community across our three campuses and throughout our global networks. Our holistic understanding of the Tufts landscape, our dedicated multidisciplinary team, and our IT Service Desk position TTS to provide practical solutions to current challenges and creative, sustainable new approaches as technologies and university priorities evolve.

We are a community of problem-solvers, innovators, and stewards of trust who take pride in building technology foundations that are reliable, secure, and designed for the future. We bring together technology expertise across academic, clinical, infrastructure, operations, research, and student domains, applying our knowledge of digital transformation and effective user experiences. Guided by our core values of innovation, integrity, collaboration, optimism, supporting success, and community-centered service, we’re not just maintaining technology—we’re shaping how it enables discovery, connection, and impact across the university and beyond.

What You'll Do

The Team Lead oversees a team of systems analysts responsible for the configuration, integration, implementation, and support of information systems across the Operations Division. This role ensures that analysts deliver high-quality technical support, system administration, and process improvement initiatives. The Team Lead manages workload prioritization, mentors staff, and coordinates projects to enhance operational efficiency and end-user experience. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and collaboration with TTS, vendors, and Operations stakeholders. This position actively participates in TTS extended leadership activities.

Personnel Management and Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor direct reports.
- Build and support high-performing teams that meet service level agreements, collaborate effectively, and complete work effectively, on time and on budget.
- Develop, coach and mentor staff in the adoption of TTS department-wide shared practices.
- Provide coaching, professional development, collaborative goal setting, targeted and timely feedback, and clear, consistent communication of plans and priorities.
- Conduct proactive and comprehensive performance management of staff, including development of goals and tracking goal progress, preparing performance reviews, and resolving any performance related issues in a timely fashion.
- Manage leave requests, professional development opportunities, PDP planning process, and allocation of staff resources.
- Develop and manage assigned capital and operating budgets, working within TTS and university financial management practices and protocols.
- Ensure that recruitment efforts identify and select highly qualified staff who can deliver immediate impact and contribute to the longer-term success of the organization.
- Ensure that the information security and privacy team works within group, TTS and/or university administrative, operating, collaboration, and technical management practices.
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and inclusive culture that empowers cross-functional teamwork, and supports ongoing professional growth.
- Actively participate in ELT and Supervisor related workshops, trainings, and meetings.
Partnerships and Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with internal TTS teams, Operations division, and functional departments across the university.
- Serve as a trusted technical partner to faculty, staff, and administrators, translating business needs into effective technology solutions.
- Act as a primary liaison with vendors, consultants, and external partners, including requirements definition, implementation oversight, and issue resolution.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with technical and non-technical audiences, adjusting messaging to meet stakeholder needs.
- Ensure user feedback, service performance metrics, and stakeholder input are incorporated into ongoing service improvements.
Technical Oversight
- Serve as a senior technical authority for Operations technology systems, providing Tier 3 escalation support for complex, high-impact incidents and system issues.
- Oversee application and system administration, integrations, data flows, and user access management, ensuring adherence to security, compliance, and operational standards.
- Review and approve system configuration changes, testing plans, releases, documentation, and technical procedures.
- Partner with TTS infrastructure, security, identity, and application teams to ensure systems are architected and supported in alignment with university standards.
- Assess current and emerging technologies and recommend improvements that enhance system reliability, scalability, and end-user experience.
Project & Program Management
- Lead and coordinate medium to large-scale technical projects, including system implementations, integrations, upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
- Serve as the technical and operational point of contact for projects, working closely with project managers, functional leads, and stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, resource estimates, risks, and dependencies.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, and in alignment with operational requirements and TTS best practices.
- Support continuous improvement of project management practices and service delivery processes.
Training, Documentation, and Continuous Improvement
- Ensure the development and maintenance of high-quality technical documentation, support procedures, and system knowledge bases.
- Promote training and knowledge sharing for team members and end users.
- Drive adoption of shared and established TTS practices, standards, and new technologies.
- Encourage innovation, continuous learning, and operational excellence within the team.
Successful TTS staff are known for effectively applied expertise, continuous learning, thoughtful attention to detail, timely and appropriately calibrated follow-up, proactive and constructive problem solving, openness to new approaches, and for building effective partnerships and trust within TTS, across the university, and (where relevant) with external partners. All TTS staff are expected to follow departmental shared administrative practices, including effective planning and communication around time off, attending required TTS and university trainings, and developing professional goals as part of the PDP planning process. TTS staff are also responsible for working in ways that align with the TTS vision statement and for being aware of and following individual group and department-wide shared practices

What We're Looking For

Basic Requirements:
Knowledge and experience typically acquired by:

Knowledge and experience typically acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
3+ years of progressive experience with IT
3+ years of experience successfully leading technical teams or projects while remaining hands-on with complex systems.
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and operational priorities.
Experience collaborating across large, complex organizations.
Ability to engage effectively with vendors, partners, and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Solid understanding of system administration, networking, and application support.
Demonstrated ability to deliver professional customer service and consultations.
Strong interpersonal communication and leadership skills are necessary to maintain and build relationships with partners across the University.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with building management systems, physical security technology, dining/food management systems, and public safety systems.
Familiarity with compliance and security regulations.
Experience in a higher education environment.
Project management certification

Pay Range

Minimum $108,200.00, Midpoint $135,300.00, Maximum $162,400.00

Salary is based on related experience, expertise, and internal equity; generally, new hires can expect pay between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

About the Company

Tufts University

Research university in Medford, MA

Tufts University is a private research university headquartered in Medford, Massachusetts. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through schools in the Boston area and beyond.

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