AI Enablement Program Manager, FMS

Job Description This is a 2-year fixed term assignment. Stanford University seeks people committed to excellence and to improving our world and, in turn, is dedicated to supporting its employees as they develop their careers and enrich their lives. Stanford’s Business Affairs provides administrative policies, infrastructure, systems, services, and support for the benefit of the university community. Financial Management Services (FMS), a department within Business Affairs, is responsible for creating an ecosystem which promotes innovative and sound financial administration policies and practices that balance controls, compliance, and customer service. FMS is primarily responsible for financial policy oversight, quality assurance and financial services at Stanford University and its affiliated entities. It also serves as a liaison to the hospitals and the Stanford Linear Accelerator Center (SLAC). The FMS work environment is grounded by core values that include cultivating growth, celebration and appreciation, and collaborating with curiosity in order to nurture an inclusive environment where everyone is valued, respected, and can thrive. FMS is seeking a strategic and collaborative AI Enablement Program Manager to spearhead our department's adoption of artificial intelligence. This individual will support our department's AI strategy and be responsible for cultivating AI literacy and ensuring our organizational structure is prepared for the future. This is a unique opportunity to make a foundational impact by empowering our employees to leverage AI responsibly and effectively in their daily work. Core Responsibilities Learning and Development: Design and manage the department's end-to-end AI learning program, from defining learning pathways and curating training solutions to developing a central repository of best-practice guides and self-service resources. Center of Excellence & Community Enablement: Participate in the department's AI Center of Excellence (CoE) to develop practical frameworks and standards. You will also foster a vibrant AI community of practice by launching working groups, supporting a network of "AI Champions," and facilitating peer-learning showcases and forums. Organizational Strategy & Talent: Partner with departmental leadership and HR on AI-related talent strategy, advising on organizational design, competency modeling, and change management. You will directly support talent acquisition by helping to revise job descriptions and inform interview strategies. Measurement & Impact: Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for AI adoption. You will be responsible for synthesizing data into compelling narratives that inform leadership, demonstrate progress, and drive continuous improvement of the enablement program. Qualifications Minimum Requirements Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence and motivate constituencies which could span multiple organizational boundaries. Demonstrated excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to make sound business decisions using good business judgment and innovative and creative problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to manage financial, organizational and staff resources. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to cultivate professional and business partnerships. Relevant subject matter expertise. Certifications and Licenses: None Why Stanford Is For You Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak. A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time‑off, and family care resources. A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world‑class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits. Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums. Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more! Redwood City. Our new Stanford Redwood City campus, which opened in 2019, is the workplace for approximately 2,700 staff, including FMS, whose jobs are important to supporting the university’s mission. The campus will offer amenities such as onsite cafes and a dining pavilion, a high‑end fitness facility with an outdoor pool, and a childcare center for Stanford families. The expected pay range for this position is $162,809 to $175,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire . The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form. Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stanford University