Assistant Vice President – Programming

Position Summary

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Programming will lead the team of Programmer Analysts and Data Mining Specialists, driving innovation and efficiency in programming and data initiatives. This role involves overseeing system development, optimizing data-driven solutions, and ensuring seamless integration across platforms. The AVP will maintain detailed documentation, uphold best practices in coding and data management, and support strategic planning efforts to enhance technology solutions. Additionally, this role will facilitate collaboration between teams, track project budgets, and implement process improvements to streamline operations. The AVP will also develop and deliver training programs to ensure internal teams are equipped with the latest technical knowledge and best practices. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Essential Functions

• Team Leadership: Provide guidance and oversight to the Programmer Analysts and Data Mining Specialists, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and industry best practices.
• System Development Oversight: Manage the design, development, and implementation of programming solutions to enhance system functionality and performance.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Oversee data mining efforts to extract insights, support decision-making, and optimize processes.
• Project Management: Coordinate and track programming and data initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget alignment, and adherence to project requirements.
• Documentation Management: Maintain detailed documentation of system architecture, code repositories, and development processes for consistency and compliance.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Ensure coding standards, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Process Optimization: Improve workflows to enhance efficiency and drive innovation.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Align programming solutions with business needs and strategy.
• Budget & Resource Tracking: Manage budgets and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver training programs for internal teams, ensuring continuous learning and proficiency in programming best practices.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Strong leadership and team management skills to guide Programmer Analysts and Data Mining Specialists effectively.
• Proficiency in programming languages, development frameworks, and data analysis tools to extract insights and support decision-making.
• Attention to detail in maintaining comprehensive documentation, coding standards, and regulatory compliance.
• Commitment to continuous learning and technical innovation to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills to optimize system performance and workflows.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across teams and articulate complex technical concepts.
• Process improvement mindset to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs to ensure internal teams are proficient in programming and data management best practices.

Core Values

Integrity

Strive for truthfulness and honesty in all things, living the values of the Enterprise in relationships with coworkers, customers, and stakeholders. Be committed to leading by example with civility, humbleness, and transparent communication.

Service

Actively promote a positive image of the Enterprise while providing high-quality internal and external service. Consistently meet and manage organizational and client expectations, and respond in a positive and professional manner to changes in departmental needs.

Respect

Treat everyone as they would want to be treated. Recognize the importance of other opinions, and focus on listening to first put yourself in the other person’s shoes. Support everyone's worth and dignity, regardless of background, abilities, or beliefs. Be considerate and demonstrate concern for the growth and development of all others.

Operational Excellence

Encourage a culture of collaboration and mutual support that is open and inclusive of all ideas to consistently improve, innovate, simplify, and grow. It is with this focus on excellence that we execute the Enterprise strategic plan more consistently than our competitors.

Teamwork

Work and cooperate with others to accomplish team goals, treat others with dignity, and value the contributions of others. Be open to change and able to adapt behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions. Be accountable for, and committed to, building bridges across departmental lines and for establishing mutually beneficial work relationships.

Financial Stewardship

Be accountable for managing the organization’s resources as if they were your own. Be committed to being moral and ethical, while taking ownership and accountability for decisions you make regarding the resources of the Enterprise.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Westbrook, Maine 04092