Director Employee Experience Technology

<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h1><b><span class="emphasis">Please reference the schedule and minimum qualifications listed below before applying.</span></b></h1><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><span class="emphasis-3">If you need assistance with filling out our application form or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process, please notify our Human Resources Team at 801-366-6947 option 1 or email <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">macurecruiting@macu.com</span> and every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate your needs in a timely manner.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h1><b><u>Job Summary</u></b></h1>The Director of Employee Experience (HR) Technology is responsible for shaping the future of how work gets done at Mountain America Credit Union by defining and advancing an enterprise HR technology and AI vision that elevates the employee experience and positions the organization for long-term innovation. Reporting to the VP of Human Resources, this leader leads and develops a strategic, forward-thinking HR technology team, partnering across data, operations, and the business to align priorities and deliver integrated, scalable solutions that advance the digital employee experience. The role blends strategy, innovation, and product leadership to ensure HR technology is not only effective today but leading into the evolving future of work.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><h1><b><u>Job Description</u></b></h1><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Remote & Hybrid-Remote Options Available</p><p></p><p><b>Mountain America Center</b></p><p>9800 S Monroe St</p><p>Sandy, Utah</p><p></p><p><b>SCHEDULE</b></p><p>Full-Time</p><p></p><div><div><p><span><span>To be effective, an individual must be able to perform each job duty successfully:</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Own and<span> </span></span><span>advance</span><span><span> </span>HR’s technology and AI strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, governance standards, and risk management expectations.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Shape and lead<span> </span></span><span>AI governance for HR, including ethical use, data security, compliance, approval processes, and ongoing oversight.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Architect</span><span><span> </span>a<span> </span></span><span>cohesive<span> </span></span><span>digital employee experience across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring solutions are intuitive, scalable, and effective.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop</span><span>,</span><span><span> </span></span><span>evolve</span><span><span> </span>and maintain</span><span><span> </span>an integrated HR technology</span><span>/AI</span><span><span> </span>roadmap prioritiz</span><span>ing</span><span><span> </span>initiatives based on business value, employee experience, and operational impact.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Lead and manage the HR product management and system analyst<span> </span></span><span>team</span><span>(</span><span>s</span><span>)</span><span>,</span><span><span> </span>setting clear priorities, expectations, and performance outcomes.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop and coach well-trained, motivated, and professional staff while<span> </span></span><span>establishing</span><span><span> </span>credibility as an effective and responsive technology partner.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Define, implement, and drive best practices for product management and systems analysis, ensuring consistent standards, methodologies, and high</span></span><span>‑</span><span><span>quality execution across the team.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Drive enterprise integration and orchestration across HR Technology</span><span>, partnering with<span> </span></span><span>data, operations, technology, and process owners to ensure<span> </span></span><span>intuitive end-to-end experiences</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Serve as a strategic advisor to HR leadership on technology capabilities, emerging trends, and opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Evaluate the current landscape and recommend and apply best practices related to processes, workflows, tools, and internal and external resource alignment to increase consistency and reliability.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Oversee vendor relationships, system performance, and lifecycle management to ensure reliability, value, and alignment with business needs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ensure consistent execution, change management, and adoption of HR technology solutions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ensure HR technology</span><span>/AI</span><span><span> </span>initiatives support strong employee experiences while enabling leaders and team members to make informed, data</span></span><span>‑</span><span><span>driven decisions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Monitor outcomes and success metrics related to employee experience, system<span> </span></span><span>utilization</span><span>, and operational efficiency, adjusting strategy as needed.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Perform other duties as assigned.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div></div><div><div><p><b><span>KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities<span> </span></span><span>required</span><span>.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Experience</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>8+ years of<span> </span></span><span>experience</span><span><span> </span></span><span>in leading technology initiatives</span><span>,<span> </span></span><span>preferably</span><span><span> </span>HR Technology solutions. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years<span> </span></span><span>Product Management, with a focus on enterprise scale technology solutions. </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years’ leadership experience in a management role, overseeing technology product teams</span><span><span> </span>and system analysts.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Education</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in business, information<span> </span></span><span>systems</span><span><span> </span>or related<span> </span></span><span>field</span><span>.  OR 3 combined years of progressive equivalent experience relevant to functional area</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Master’s degree preferred</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Licenses, Certificates, Registrations</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br><span><span>n/a</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Computer/Office Equipment Skills</span></b><span><span> </span></span><br><span><span>Demonstrated proficient skills with Microsoft 365 for corporate use, including<span> </span></span><span>CoPilot,<span> </span></span><span>Teams, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Other Skills and Abilities</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Results driven and proactive, with<span> </span></span><span>a strong sense</span><span><span> </span>urgency and accountability</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate your team</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Able to promote and<span> </span></span><span>maintain</span><span><span> </span></span><span>high standards</span><span><span> </span>of customer service at all times improving outcomes for employees and Credit Union members.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong organizational and management skills promoting cross functional collaboration and mutual desire for results.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Excellent communication skills, both written and oral<span> </span></span><span>demonstrated</span><span><span> </span>through all levels within the organization, from end-user to senior management<span> </span></span><span>regarding</span><span><span> </span>business and IT needs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Adaptive to change, responds positively to altered circumstances or conditions.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Leadership and Organization Development</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Creates a sense of urgency and accountability in delivering<span> </span></span><span>objectives</span><span><span> </span>and a culture which fosters innovation and creativity</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develops multifunctional leadership</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Coaches</span><span><span> </span>individuals to reach full potential, builds coaching capability in others</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Helps orchestrate talent development & movement across the business unit or function</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Leads<span> </span></span><span>w</span><span>ork effectively & regularly across functions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for effectiveness of team(s) and performance results</span></span>  <span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><b><span>Scope and Strategic Impact</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Responsible for a<span> </span></span><span>business process</span><span><span> </span>in a function of notable risk and complexity</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Directs multiple related teams or function with significant and critical organization-wide impact </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Operates with autonomy on operational matters, accountable to BU Leadership</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Limited to no revenue generation responsibilities (except for sales)</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Has budget responsibility</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Actively develops strategic plan for the function or business processes with VP</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Sets<span> </span></span><span>objectives</span><span><span> </span>for<span> </span></span><span>self and/or</span><span><span> </span>a team/project<span> </span></span><span>members</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Delivers the results that have a tangible impact for function or business process</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Adapts strategy to changing conditions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Identifies</span><span><span> </span>external threats and opportunities and adapts strategy to changing conditions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strategic planning horizon<span> </span></span><span>generally 1</span><span><span> </span>- 3 years</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Actively<span> </span></span><span>participates</span><span><span> </span>in building BU plan</span></span><span>  </span></p></li></ul><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Applies company level financial and economic perspectives to decision making and problem solving</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Uses substantial intuition and experience to complement data</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Gathers and analyzes information at an expert level</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Manages the resolution of complex or unusual business problems</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Applies analytical thinking, problem identification and solving and decision making</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Implementation of solutions requires a medium-term view</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><p></p><p><span><i>***This Job is not eligible to be performed in Colorado or Connecticut, either remotely or in-person.***</i></span></p><p></p><p>#INDGEN</p><p><span>#LI-BH1</span></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>Mountain America Credit Union is an EEO/AA/ADA/Veterans employer. </span></p>

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