IT Director - Agentic AI
IT Director - Agentic AI
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$ 150000 - 200000
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Job Description
Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer professional services company consumer loan originator and servicer payments processor renewable energy solutions and K-12 and higher education expert. For over 40 years Nelnet has been serving its customers associates and communities.
The perks of working at Nelnet go beyond our benefits package. When you join the Nelnet team youre part of a community invested in the success of each individual. That support comes through in our work as we are united by our mission of creating opportunities for people where they live learn and work.
The Director of Agentic AI will lead the strategic vision integration and enablement of agentic AI across the organization. This role is responsible for aligning AI initiatives with business priorities fostering a culture of responsible innovation and ensuring that agentic AI capabilities are scalable auditable and impactful. As a key bridge between technical teams and business leaders this role will champion the agentic AI vision and help Nelnet stay in line with the AI transformation curve.Strategy & Integration: Define the roadmap for agentic AI adoption; align governance enablement and development with business goals
Enablement & Evangelism: Inspire and coach teams on AI readiness and responsible usage; scale frameworks and best practices
Governance & Compliance: Collaborate with audit compliance and IT to ensure secure traceable and compliant agentic workflows
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Agentic AI Architect CoEs and platform teams to drive adoption and continuous improvement
People & Culture: Attract and develop talent; foster innovation and inclusion; support sustainable work/life balance
Budget & Operations: Manage staffing plans budgets and vendor relationships
Salary range for this role: $150000-$200000
EDUCATION:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (MBA preferred) and/or commensurate experience.
EXPERIENCE:
10 years IT experience with 5 - 10 years in a management position. Experience should include IT planning governance and system development.
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
Proven leadership in AI strategy enablement or digital transformation
Strong understanding of LLMs and agentic AI principles
Excellent communication and influence across technical and business audiences
Experience with change management and AI governance
Must be flexible and motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
Background in internal consulting or enterprise transformation
Passion for helping teams grow and lead through change
Our benefits package includes medical dental vision HSA and FSA generous earned time off 401K/student loan repayment life insurance & AD&D insurance employee assistance program employee stock purchase program tuition reimbursement performance-based incentive pay short- and long-term disability and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.
Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
