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Job ID:13VPInternal Posting Date:6/27/2012
Department:Information SystemsExternal Posting Date:6/27/2012
TitleVice President-Information ManagementExpiration Date:7/30/2012
Location:West Des Moines, IA
 
Summary:This position is responsible for creating, maintaining and carrying out the company’s information management strategies and tactical planning. Establishes enterprise wide policies and procedures to safeguard and stabilize information resources, electronic or otherwise. Oversees planning and implementation of all business information systems including software and hardware. Reviews and recommends emerging technologies and technology tools. Manages and maintains the enterprise computing infrastructure including but not limited to software, servers, networks, laptops, and desktop PC’s. Works with other department heads to determine system needs and process improvements that can be addressed with technology resources. Establishes methods and procedures for software and hardware changes that meet business unit’s needs while maintaining a stable computing environment. Contributes to overall company management by serving on committees, teams and task forces as requested. Manages company spending on information resources including but not limited to computing devices, employee costs, software and telephone equipment as authorized. Serves as primary corporate spokesperson for information management. Negotiates contracts as necessary with proper authorization. Creates, maintains and manages IT department structures to carry out company information objectives. Interfaces with industry on information management and information technology matters.
 
Qualifications: Degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field, or 8-10 years related experience or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires an advanced understanding of financial products, preferably Annuity and Life Insurance products. Must have strong communication and project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
 
Salary:Salary commensurate with experience
 
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American Equity Contact Information

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 71216
Des Moines, IA 50325

Office Address
6000 Westown Parkway
West Des Moines, IA 50266

Main Office Number: (515) 221-0002
Toll Free Number: (888) 221-1234
Email: info@american-equity.com

American Equity Useful Resources
  • AM Best
  • The American Council of Life Insurers
  • Indexed Annuity Insights
  • Insured Retirement Institute
  • National Association for Fixed Annuities
  • National Association of Insurance Commissioners
  • Standard & Poor’s