We’re seeking an AI Innovation Specialist – Consultant (not a full‑time hire at this stage) to support Empowerists with our ongoing AI enablement initiatives . This role will be engaged on an as‑needed basis and requires a strong blend of hands‑on technical expertise, business acumen, and AI fluency . The ideal candidate is credible, curious, and action‑oriented capable of quickly prototyping, integrating, and evaluating AI‑driven enhancements across a variety of business workflows. Core Responsibilities AI Tool Literacy : Use/configure tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, LLM sandboxes. Apply prompt engineering, workflow design, and automation concepts. Evaluate AI tools for business fit, usability, and security. Prototyping & Experimentation : Build low‑fidelity prototypes with low/no‑code tools (Zapier, Make, Power Automate, Airtable). Develop proofs‑of‑concept and pilots without creating technical debt. Collaborate with developers for light integrations or scaling. AI/ML Fundamentals : Solid understanding of generative AI (RAG, embeddings, vector databases). Exposure to traditional ML (classification, clustering, forecasting). Familiarity with frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, and OpenAI APIs. Systems Integration : Work with APIs (REST, OpenAPI/Swagger, GraphQL) to enable secure, scalable connections. Integrate AI solutions into enterprise SaaS ecosystems without creating technical debt. Collaborate with IT for governance, compliance, and scalability. Measurement & Reporting : Define and track success metrics, adoption, and outcomes. Present findings clearly to stakeholders. Soft Skills & Mindset Strong communicator — able to explain AI concepts to non‑technical audiences. Problem‑oriented — solves real business pain points, not “AI for AI’s sake.” Agile thinker — works in short propose‑test‑learn cycles. Collaborative — bridges between business teams, IT, and leadership. Qualifications 2–3 years’ experience in business analysis, process improvement, digital transformation, or innovation. Exposure to automation workflows and AI‑enabled tools. Strong familiarity with SaaS ecosystems across CRM, collaboration, HR, and ERP domains. (Some experience with Salesforce, Microsoft DevOps, and 365 desirable.) Minimum scripting capabilities and Python knowledge. Comfort with low/no-code prototyping and developer collaboration. Awareness of compliance, security, and governance considerations in AI deployment. Our Culture and Core Values At Empowerists, we hire for character as much as capability. We want people who show up for the team and the client with care, commitment, and integrity. Our values shape how we lead, how we deliver, and how we grow.