Mutual of Omaha is seeking a part time Senior Project Director to join our Policyowner Services team. This position is 30 hours per week. In this role, you will be at the helm of shaping the future of our enterprise/operation by spearheading strategic projects of substantial magnitude. Your ability to craft solutions from undefined objectives, manage project scope and objectives, and strategically oversee all facets of large initiatives will be pivotal in our continued success. If you thrive in a high-stakes environment, excel at identifying opportunities, and possess the expertise to navigate complex negotiations and risk mitigation, we invite you to embark on this exciting journey with us. Join our team and be a driving force behind our mission-critical projects, making a lasting impact on our organization’s success.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
- Estimated Salary: Minimum: $120,000 MidPoint: $162,000 Maximum: $204,000, plus annual bonus opportunity.
- 401(k) plan with a 2% company contribution and 6% company match.
- Regular associates working 40 hours a week can earn up to 15 days of vacation each year.
- Regular associates receive 9 paid holidays in 2023.
- Regular associates are provided sick leave through the use of personal time. Associates working 40 hours a week can receive up to 56 hours of personal time in 2023, prorated based on the start date.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- You’ll develop and execute strategic projects aligned with enterprise objectives, ensuring excellence in solutions, schedule, cost, quality, and benefit realization.
- You’ll oversee large project strategy, encompassing scope definition, contract negotiations, risk identification, critical success factors, and resource management.
- Consult with senior management, analyzing strategic objectives and recommending solutions to enhance competitiveness.
- You’ll maintain expertise in various customer business environments, supporting process change within business areas.
- Champion operational excellence, transformational strategies, and continuous process improvement. You’ll partner with leadership and serve as an internal expert in business transformation activities.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- 5+ years of successful experience managing business transformation projects with implementation costs exceeding $5 million.
- 10+ years of combined project management and project director experience in roles of increasing scale, scope, complexity, and risk, with expertise in various project management methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of Policyowner Services
- Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including the ability to collaborate effectively with senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional project teams.
- Proficient in identifying and managing cross-portfolio dependencies, leveraging extensive experience and judgment to achieve project goals.
- Strong critical thinking and influencing skills, with a deep understanding of data analysis and design, as well as the ability to convey enterprise-level objectives and program impact to stakeholders.
- You promote a culture of diversity and inclusion, value different ideas and opinions, and listen courageously, remaining curious in all that you do
We value diverse experience, skills, and passion for innovation. If your experience aligns with the listed requirements, please apply!
After applying, for inquiries about your application or the , please email our Talent Acquisition area at careers@mutualofomaha.com.
Advertised: Oct 4, 2023 09:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Applications close: Oct 8, 2023 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time