Open position in RADaR office locations, including Kansas City, MO, Columbia, MO, St. Louis, MO, Minneapolis, MN, Dallas, TX, Portsmouth, NH, Torono, ON;
Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from homeVisa sponsorship
is not available for this position, now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without requiring employer sponsorship.MTP is made up of ten agencies, each with its own systems, workflows, and ways of working. The Director of Innovation & Technology will help connect those agencies through thoughtful use of technology, AI, and innovation.This role partners closely with the President of RADaR to establish MTP's point of view on emerging technology and AI, identify opportunities to improve how our teams work, and help turn those opportunities into practical solutions. This includes developing education and enablement around AI, facilitating the AI Council, and working directly with agencies to understand business challenges and determine where technology can make a meaningful difference.This is not an IT infrastructure or product development role. We are looking for someone who is curious, creative, tool-agnostic, and genuinely interested in solving problems. The right person will be comfortable exploring new technology, asking the right questions, and helping teams find practical solutions that improve the way they work.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities (Other Duties May Be Assigned)Partner with the President of RADaR to develop and advance MTP's approach to AI, emerging technology, and innovationEvaluate emerging technology and AI tools for genuine fit — recommending adoption where it augments how teams already work,



and saying no where it doesn'tHelp establish MTP-wide guidance and education around responsible and effective use of AIBuild and lead a small team of Technology Solutions Consultants who work directly with agencies on adoption, training, and supportFacilitate and support the MTP AI Council, helping identify, evaluate, and share promising ideas and practices across agenciesIdentify successful solutions within one agency that could benefit other agencies across MTPTrack adoption, outcomes, and efficiency gains to understand what is working and where to focus future investmentStay current on emerging AI and technology capabilities and evaluate where they may provide meaningful value to MTPRepresent the technology point of view in cross-agency planning conversations, balancing network-wide consistency against individual agency needsPartner with agency leaders and teams to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, repetitive work, errors, and other business challenges that may be addressed through technology or process improvementsEnsure solutions are selected based on the business problem rather than a specific technology, platform, or vendor. Track and report on adoption and efficiency gains — what's working, what isn't, and where to invest nextPartner with product and engineering teams when a solution requires custom development or technical expertise
Qualifications -Strong understanding of AI and emerging technology, with hands-on experience using and evaluating AI tools and platformsA track record of driving adoption, not just selecting tools — comfortable with the change-management side of the job,



not only the technical evaluation sideA curious, creative, and practical approach to problem-solvingStrong stakeholder management skills;
able to work credibly across ten distinct agency cultures without imposing a one-size-fits-all mandateFamiliarity with AI tools and platforms and how they apply to marketing, data, and operations work — product or platform management experience is a plusComfortable managing a small team and being a hands-on builder at the same timeExperience translating business challenges into technology, AI, automation, or process solutionsAbility to work independently, prioritize competing opportunities, and move projects forwardStrong communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to explain technology and AI concepts to non-technical audiencesAgency, marketing services, creative, or skilled services experience is a plus
Total Perks PackageThe chance to be a part of a growing company and the next success storyAmazing opportunities for career developmentRecognition programsEmployee referral bonusHybrid work schedule;
3 days in the office, 2days working from homeFun and collaborative work environmentCasual dress codeInsurance Coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)401(k) retirement plan, with employer 4% matchWork/life benefits, including mental health and wellbeing supportFlexible Time Off PolicyPaid holidays, including agency soft closing Christmas Eve-New Year's DayPaid leave options, including sick leave, medical leave for self and family, and parental leave
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📌 Director Of Innovation & Technology (Winnipeg)
🏢 RADaR Analytics
📍 Winnipeg