WesleyLife is seeking an experienced and strategic Enterprise Applications Director to lead the planning, implementation, and management of enterprise-wide software applications. This role is responsible for ensuring that all application systems including Electronic Medical Records (EMR), CRM, HRIS, and Point-of-Sale (POS) platforms are aligned with organizational goals, optimized for performance, and scalable for future growth.
The Enterprise Applications Director will provide leadership to a team of Application Analysts and collaborate closely with cross-functional departments to drive innovation and continuous improvement in application use. This role requires proven experience managing Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) applications across diverse platforms.
Why work at WesleyLife?
For the past 78 years, WesleyLife has built a reputation of excellence and is known in the Midwest as a progressive and thought-leading organization in the senior living and services industry. As a health and well-being organization, WesleyLife’s networks provide a full continuum of services including traditional brick-and-mortar operations as well as home health, hospice, personal services, adult day services, and home-delivered meals.
WesleyLife has been recognized for its people and for the work experience that supports our mission.
As a Enterprise Application Director, you will:
Develop and execute the strategic roadmap for enterprise applications in alignment with business goals. Identify opportunities for system enhancements and new technologies to improve business processes and efficiency. Conduct thorough reviews of application contracts and documentation. Ensure compliance with Business Associate Agreements (BAA) and other regulatory requirements. Leverage expertise in SharePoint and MS 365 apps for deployment, optimization, and serving as a Subject Matter Expert (SME). Implement and optimize AI technologies within enterprise applications to enhance functionality and performance. Lead and manage enterprise application projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define project scope, and establish project timelines. Oversee the deployment and execution of new software applications across the organization. Manage the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) for all software systems. Drive the optimization of software portfolios to increase adoption rates and maximize Return on Investment (ROI). Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure interoperability between systems and data flow between systems is accurate and timely. Manage the integration of various systems, ensuring smooth information flow and interoperability. Negotiate with vendors to ensure proper data destruction and access during the cloud system sunset process. Develop and implement procedures for data retention and destruction. Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical solutions. Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization to ensure alignment and support for enterprise application initiatives. Cultivate a skilled team, encouraging continuous learning and professional development. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages professional growth and development. Establish and maintain relationships with software vendors and service providers. Negotiate contracts, manage vendor performance, and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs). Implement and enforce policies and procedures to ensure data security, privacy, and regulatory compliance are upheld within software systems Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and mitigate risks within software systems WesleyLife owns. Develop and manage the budget for enterprise applications, including forecasting and tracking expenditures. Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient use of resources.Benefits of working for WesleyLife:
Competitive and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K retirement Generous Time Away from Work Additional Voluntary Insurance Options Wellness membership to our on-site fitness centers FANTASTIC atmosphere and ability to work with a great team!
WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well-being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre-hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment.