USAA

Executive Director, Regional Site Leader (Plano)

USAA$147K — $265K *
Plano, TX 75025In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree
  • 10+ years experience as a Site Leader or GM managing large teams (500+ employees)
  • Strong collaborative communication skills influencing senior-level decisions
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels
  • Extensive local knowledge and connections in Plano, particularly with military organizations

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary liaison between site operations and senior leadership, providing performance reports
  • Serve as USAA's brand ambassador by engaging with community stakeholders and enhancing the company’s reputation
  • Oversee strategic direction for site operations, ensuring exceptional service and issue resolution
  • Lead development and maintenance of site Business Continuity plans with regular risk assessments
  • Manage the site's corporate budget, tracking expenditures and providing financial reports
  • Empower leadership teams to operate autonomously while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
  • Monitor key performance indicators to drive site performance and continuous improvement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • 401(k) and pension plans
  • Life insurance and parental benefits
  • Adoption assistance and paid time off with holidays
  • 16 paid volunteer hours and various wellness programs
  • Career path planning and continuing education support
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

The General Manager/Site Leader is responsible for ensuring consistent experience for employees and leaders across the USAA Plano campus. Cultivates robust communication between each of the GM/Site Leaders to broaden visibility and increase consistency in approach to geographical operations. Ensures facilities are maintained and operated in accordance with USAA standards.

What You Will Do:
  • Acts as the key liaison for the Plano site, facilitating communication between site operations and senior leadership. This involves proactively reporting on site performance relative to strategic objectives, highlighting critical issues with recommended solutions, and celebrating achievements to ensure cohesive strategy and effective decision-making.
  • Acts as USAA's brand ambassador at the Plano site, actively engaging at member and employee events, and cultivating strategic relationships with key community stakeholders to enhance USAA's reputation and fostering goodwill within the local area.
  • Provides strategic direction and oversight to all Plano site support functions (e.g., facilities, security, IT support), ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and proactive issue resolution to maintain a safe, productive, and well-maintained work environment. Establishes and monitors service level agreements (SLAs) with these support functions.
  • Leads the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive Plano site Business Continuity (BC) plans, conducting regular risk assessments and simulations to ensure operational resilience and minimizing disruption during emergencies and unforeseen events. Partners with corporate security and IT to ensure alignment with enterprise-wide BC standards. USAA emphasizes robust business continuity planning to ensure operational resilience.
  • Manages and oversees the Plano site's corporate contribution budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources and adherence to budgetary guidelines. Tracks expenditures, analyzes budget variances, and provides regular financial reports to senior leadership.
  • Empowers Plano site leadership and teams to operate with autonomy while ensuring adherence to USAA's strategic objectives and established directives. Fosters a culture of accountability and ownership while providing necessary guidance and support.
  • Drives Plano site performance by rigorously monitoring and analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs). Identify areas for improvement, implement data-driven solutions, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement through the proactive sharing of best practices and lessons learned within the site.
  • Oversee the successful execution and integration of association-wide projects within the Plano region/site, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations. Collaborate with project managers to mitigate risks and ensure stakeholder alignment.
  • Builds and oversees the Plano site's team of professionals through ongoing execution of recruiting, development, retention, coaching and support, performance management, and managerial activities.
  • Ensure risks associated with business activities at the Plano site are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with USAA's enterprise-wide risk and compliance policies and procedures. USAA places a significant emphasis on robust risk and compliance management across all its operations.


Minimum Education:
  • Bachelor's degree: OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.


Minimum Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience as a Site Leader or GM overseeing a large workforce of approximately 500+ employees and contractors at a major site, preferably in Plano.
  • Proven collaborative communication skills and ability to influence decisions at senior levels within USAA's complex organizational structure, specifically as applied to the Plano site.
  • Proven capability to communicate effectively across all levels of the Plano site, from junior representatives to executive management, both within the site and across the broader organization.


What Sets You Apart:
  • As a resident of Plano for over 10 years, possesses extensive local knowledge and established deep connections with key officials, providing a strategic advantage for community engagement and government relations.
  • Proven deep connections with key Plano officials and local military organizations and leadership, leveraging a 10+ year residency in the area.
  • Strong understanding of the unique needs and challenges of the military community in the Plano area, and a passion for advocating on their behalf within local government and community relations. USAA has a long-standing commitment to serving and supporting the military community.
  • Experience collaborating with key Plano resources, local government officials, and partners, influencing local political decisions and strategy, and supervising work to achieve strategic goals for the site.
  • Executive-level business acumen in government relations, policy development, and strategic alliances, specifically as they impact the Plano site's operations and community engagement.
  • Validated ability to work with local Plano government officials, including senior administration officials, members of the Texas state Legislature, and state agency officials relevant to the site's operations.
  • Consistent track record of working with and earning the trust and confidence of high-profile local government leaders in the Plano area, serving as a trusted advisor/counselor on matters pertinent to the site.
  • Strong understanding of the unique needs and challenges of the military community in the Plano area, and a passion for advocating on their behalf in community and government relations.
  • Seek out opportunities for expansion and growth within the Plano market by developing new business relationships and partnerships for USAA.
  • Adhere to USAA standards for excellence, quality, and customer satisfaction at the Plano site.
  • Recommend measures to improve operational practices and the quality of customer care within the Plano site.
  • Analyze and report on sales and operational activities at the Plano site to meet objectives and profitability goals.
  • Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and safety-centric work environment at the Plano site, characterized by mutual respect, open communication, and collaboration.
  • Undertake any additional duties and responsibilities as assigned at the Plano site, demonstrating adaptability and versatility in addressing evolving organizational needs and priorities.
  • Perform other duties assigned to support the success of the Plano site and USAA.


** The compensation range for this position is: $147,750 - $265,850

USAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

Long Term Incentive Plan: Cash payment for Executive level roles only, representing a cash payment which is both time and performance based.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Applications for this position are accepted on an ongoing basis, this posting will remain open until the position is filled. Thus, interested candidates are encouraged to apply the same day they view this posting.

About USAA

United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) was incorporated on March 2, 1989 in Miami Gardens, FL to provide a high quality and low cost insurance product to the non-standard automobile insurance market. The company is family owned and it is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States.UAIC has a world class information technology department. Their web technology is rated year after year as the easiest to use and most dependable by our agents.

USAA Careers

Joining USAA means becoming part of a family that welcomes diversity and is built on a culture of service and innovation. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our members, and we are always looking for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow professionally, USAA offers a range of job opportunities across various fields. Work You'll Do At USAA, we offer more than just jobs; we offer careers that make a difference. With a variety of positions available, from customer service to IT, you can find the perfect fit for your skills and interests. Our commitment to professional growth means we support your journey through leadership development programs, professional networking opportunities, and diverse career paths. USAA's commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial services industry makes it the ideal place to advance your career. We empower our employees to lead projects and initiatives that transform our services and operations. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with a USAA internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to see what a career at USAA really looks like. Interns at USAA gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals on real projects that affect our members' lives. Benefits and Culture USAA recognizes that job satisfaction extends beyond the office. That's why we offer competitive benefits packages that support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Benefits include comprehensive health care, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Moreover, our inclusive culture is one of our greatest strengths. We are committed to diversity training and creating an environment where all employees can thrive. USAA's culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the employment opportunities at USAA today. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to make a difference. Check out our open positions, tailor your resume, and prepare for an interview where you can showcase your unique skills. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights—all from the people who work at USAA. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your subscription to receive job alerts and the latest news tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding career opportunities awaiting you at USAA. Join a company that values leadership, innovation, and commitment to service. Start your journey with USAA today, where your future is waiting to be written.
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