Operations Leader

Join to apply for the Operations Leader - AI Strategy role at U.S. Bank. At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. Job Description Define and continuously evolve the Operations AI strategy aligned with divisional objectives and enterprise goals. Partner with product, technology, and operational leaders to identify high value AI opportunities and ensure a balanced portfolio of near-term and long-term initiatives. Translate strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps with clear milestones, business outcomes, and success metrics. Facilitate prioritization and investment discussions across senior leadership to ensure alignment and transparency. Accountable for driving execution and building momentum to achieve and exceed Operational goals. Establish and operationalize a repeatable AI governance framework that balances innovation with risk, compliance, and ethical use of AI. Develop approval workflows and decision-making routines for AI use cases, including intake, review, and sign off processes. Partner closely with enterprise partners to align with emerging regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Basic Qualifications Typically a Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience. Typically 12 or more years of experience, including leadership of large, complex programs/initiatives with high impact with direct and indirect leadership responsibilities. Preferred Skills/Experience Ability to lead and execute on large initiatives spanning a line of business. Technically proficient in portfolio management, financial/budget management, roadmap planning. Executive communication and reporting skills. Areas of expertise include relationship management, executive communication, strong problem-solving and conflict resolution. Experience collaborating across teams and influencing outcomes. The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days. If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants. Benefits Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) Basic term and optional term life insurance Short-term and long-term disability Pregnancy disability and parental leave 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure) Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities Adoption assistance Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law. U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law. E-Verify U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program. The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170,255.00 - $200,300.00. U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures. Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies. Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr