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We are seeking a highly motivated leader to step into the DO Producer Management Information Services Manager (ISM) role. This role is key to advancing our distribution modernization strategy by delivering innovative solutions that support marketers and producers across all business segments. You will help optimize the distribution experience by improving communication, fostering experimentation, and expanding associates' skill sets-while balancing enterprise priorities.

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in complexity, excels at building partnerships, and is passionate about driving enterprise outcomes through disciplined execution. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• Estimated Salary (Levels have variable responsibilities and qualifications) 
  • • Info Services Manager: $150,000 - $165,000, plus annual bonus opportunity
• 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
• Work-life balance with vacation, personal time and paid holidays. See our benefits and perks page for details.
• Applicants for this position must not now, nor at any point in the future, require sponsorship for employment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Broad Enterprise Exposure: Work across multiple ARTs, platforms, and IS teams  
• Direct Business Impact: Drive solutions that improve producer experience and enable distribution growth  
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Engage with diverse stakeholders and drive alignment at scale  
• Strategic Visibility: Operate in a role closely connected to enterprise priorities and outcomes
• Influence and Unite as One Team: Build consensus and align efforts to meet strategic objectives  
• Drive Team Engagement: Bring people together around a shared vision and purpose  
• Drive Technology Modernization: Ensure alignment with Enterprise Architecture and corporate standards  
• Deliver Technology Solutions: Lead decision-making, problem-solving, and risk mitigation  
• Foster Learning & Growth: Multiply impact through development of others  
• Build Partnerships: Cultivate relationships, support SDLC best practices, and remove obstacles to enable sustainable delivery 

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• 5+ years of leadership or people management experience leading engineering and platform teams and initiatives.  
• Proven experience delivering complex teams within a SAFe Agile environment, including PI planning, backlog prioritization, and cross-ART coordination.  
• Strong technical acumen and AI fluency with the ability to define and execute legacy modernization strategies, balancing architectural transformation with business priorities, risk, and owning solution outcomes.  
• Experience in the financial services industry, with an understanding of regulatory, security, and operational constraints.  
• Solid foundation in process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) with demonstrated ability to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.  
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to influence senior leaders and drive alignment across diverse teams.  
• Experience managing third-party/vendor partnerships and distributed delivery teams.  
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).  
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, encouraging diverse perspectives, active listening, and continuous learning.  
• Ability to work remotely with reliable high-speed internet and be based in the United States or Puerto Rico; quarterly travel to Omaha, NE required. 

PREFERRED:

• Experience working in the insurance and/or financial services industry.  
• Hands on experience with Mainframe and/or Java
• Certifications
  • Project Management (PMP, Agile, or Scrum certifications) 
  • Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt
  • Insurance-related certifications (e.g., AINS, CPCU) 

This role is classified as remote; however, periodic in-person attendance will be required at times for activities such as quarterly or project planning, training, or other business-critical meetings.

We value diverse experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply! 

If you have questions about your application or the hiring process, email our Talent Acquisition area at careers@mutualofomaha.com. Please allow at least one week from time of applying if you are checking on the status.

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