Director of Innovation and Project Management

Cornerstone Holding

Bismarck (ND)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 195,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Competitive Pay

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Job summary

Cornerstone Bank in Bismarck, ND seeks a Director of Innovation and Project Management to lead the bank's innovation and PM initiatives in person across ND/SD locations. You will drive process improvements, ownership clarity, and change management while leveraging data to guide projects and team velocity.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Business, Accounting, or Finance and 10+ years in banking with strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

Strong leadership and program management capabilities within banking.
Experience guiding change initiatives and cross-functional teams.
Solid understanding of bank products, services, and regulatory environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication with independent judgment.

Responsibilities

Lead the bank's efforts around Innovation and Project Management.
Own process improvement, efficiency and effectiveness recommendations, ownership clarity, change management leadership, clear roles and responsibilities.
Maximize use of data and lead projects and innovation/project management teams.
Partner with bank leadership to identify new growth opportunities and align goals.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Banking knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance

Job description

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Director of Innovation and Project Management

Executive Full Time Bismarck, ND, US

Job Title: Director of Innovation and Project Management

Location: This position must be located in-person only, at any of our Cornerstone Bank (ND/SD) locations.

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

At Cornerstone Bank, we do more than banking – we build relationships, embrace bold ideas, and empower our people. We value positivity, teamwork, continuous learning and the freedom to make smart decisions. We’re driven by innovation, honesty, and a deep respect for our customers’ time and trust.

What You’ll Do

This position is responsible for leading the bank's efforts around Innovation and Project Management. This includes process improvement, efficiency and effectiveness recommendations, ownership clarity, change management leadership, clear roles and responsibilities, maximizing our use of data, and leading projects and innovation/project management team. Partner with bank leadership to identify new ways to grow the bank, align goals and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

Critical thinking skills to review a process, understand it, develop options and recommend enhancements
Proven ability to influence and lead people through change
Thorough banking knowledge and knowledge of bank products and services
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and independent judgement with strong analytical skills

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance and 10+ years of banking experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. 10+ years of leading, coaching and mentoring people through change effectively is preferred.

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