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Emerging Technologies Specialist

We are seeking an innovative, analytical Emerging Technologies Specialist to research, evaluate, pilot, and support the adoption of new technologies that improve business operations, user experience, and organizational capabilities. This role is ideal for a forward-thinking professional who can translate emerging technology trends into practical opportunities, collaborate across teams, and help guide responsible implementation of solutions such as AI, automation, cloud tools, and other digital innovations.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, monitor, and assess emerging technologies, market trends, and vendor solutions to identify opportunities that align with organizational goals and operational needs.

• Evaluate potential use cases for technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, analytics, cloud platforms, collaboration tools, and other digital innovations.

• Support proof-of-concept efforts, pilot programs, and small-scale implementations to validate feasibility, value, user impact, and operational fit.

• Document findings, recommendations, business cases, workflows, and implementation considerations to support informed decision-making.

• Collaborate with IT, operations, leadership, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, assess risks, and coordinate rollout activities.

• Help develop adoption plans, user guidance, training materials, and internal communications to support successful technology implementation.

• Track pilot outcomes, performance metrics, user feedback, and lessons learned to refine recommendations and next steps.

• Maintain awareness of governance, compliance, security, privacy, and responsible-use considerations related to emerging technologies.

• Contribute to technology roadmaps, innovation planning, process improvement initiatives, and strategic discussions regarding future capabilities.

• Serve as a knowledgeable resource who can communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, practical way for business and technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, business technology, data science, or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience in technology analysis, digital transformation, innovation, IT, automation, systems implementation, business analysis, or a related role preferred.

• Strong understanding of emerging technology concepts, such as AI, automation, cloud solutions, analytics, workflow tools, collaboration platforms, and digital process improvement.

• Ability to evaluate technology solutions, assess business value, identify risks, and translate technical concepts into practical recommendations.

• Experience supporting pilots, proof-of-concept activities, vendor evaluations, process mapping, or implementation planning is preferred.

• Strong analytical, organizational, documentation, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.

• Familiarity with governance, security, privacy, change management, and responsible technology adoption principles is a plus.

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in a fast-changing environment.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is curious, strategic, and adaptable, with a strong interest in innovation and a practical mindset for implementation. They are comfortable researching new tools, working across teams, and balancing experimentation with business value, user needs, and operational considerations.

Work Environment

This role may support digital transformation, operational innovation, automation, analytics, AI adoption, or process improvement initiatives depending on organizational needs. Work is often performed in an office or hybrid environment and may involve collaboration with technical teams, business stakeholders, vendors, and leadership across multiple departments.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are made based on business needs, role requirements, and individual qualifications.

If your background aligns with this opportunity, we encourage you to submit an application for consideration. A member of our recruiting team may reach out to discuss next steps.