Director of AI & Innovation Strategy

RADaR Analytics; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Insurance coverage (medical, dental, V

401(k) with 4% match

Paid holidays

Flexible Time Off

Paid leave options

Mental health support

Career development opportunities

Job summary

RADaR Analytics seeks a Director of Innovation & Technology to connect agencies through thoughtful use of AI and emerging tech. You will shape MTP's technology stance, identify opportunities to improve workflows, and turn ideas into practical solutions.

You will develop education around AI, lead the AI Council, and collaborate with ten agencies to align priorities while maintaining cross-agency consistency and pragmatism.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with AI tools and platforms.
• Track record of driving adoption beyond tool selection.
• Curious, creative, and practical approach to solving problems.
• Strong stakeholder management across diverse agency cultures.
• Familiarity with AI in marketing, data, and operations; product/platform mgmt a plus.
• Comfortable leading a small team while being a hands-on builder.
• Ability to translate business challenges into technology, AI, automation, or process solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the President of RADaR to develop MTP's AI and innovation approach.
• Evaluate new tech and AI tools for fit, recommending adoption when beneficial.
• Establish MTP-wide AI guidance and education.
• Build and lead a small Technology Solutions Consultants team.
• Support the MTP AI Council and share best practices across agencies.
• Identify cross-agency opportunities and scale successful solutions.
• Track adoption, outcomes, and efficiency gains to guide investments.
• Stay current on AI and tech capabilities and assess value for MTP.
• Represent technology perspectives in cross-agency planning discussions.

Skills

AI tools evaluation

Adoption leadership

Change management

Curiosity and creativity

Stakeholder management

Cross-agency collaboration

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

RADaR Analytics seeks a Director of Innovation & Technology to connect agencies through thoughtful use of AI and emerging tech. You will shape MTP's technology stance, identify opportunities to improve workflows, and turn ideas into practical solutions.

You will develop education around AI, lead the AI Council, and collaborate with ten agencies to align priorities while maintaining cross-agency consistency and pragmatism.