AI Specialist

Extraco Banks is seeking an experienced strategic and forwardthinking AI Specialist (Enterprise AI Adoption & Strategy) to lead the responsible adoption and optimization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the organization. This onsite role based daily at our Waco Texas location partners closely with business leaders technology teams and risk partners to identify highvalue AI opportunities guide implementation and ensure alignment with business objectives regulatory expectations and ethical standards.

The ideal candidate is analytically strong technologically fluent and comfortable serving as both a subject matter expert and a change leader in a regulated financial environment.

What Youll Do

Enterprise AI Strategy & Governance

• Develop and execute the banks enterprise AI adoption strategy aligned with business goals and risk appetite.
• Identify evaluate and prioritize AI use cases across lines of business including fraud detection credit risk operations and customer experience.
• Define success metrics KPIs and maturity indicators to measure AI performance and value realization.
• Serve as the internal subject matter expert on AI capabilities trends limitations and financial services applications.
• Ensure AI initiatives comply with regulatory ethical data governance and model risk management standards.

Change Leadership & Enablement

• Lead change management efforts related to AI adoption including stakeholder engagement communication and education.
• Translate complex AI concepts into clear actionable guidance for executive and nontechnical audiences.
• Partner with HR and Learning & Development to build enterprise AI awareness and skills.
• Promote a culture of responsible AI use innovation and continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Vendor Management

• Serve as a bridge between business teams Data Intelligence Information Systems Audit Compliance and thirdparty vendors.
• Guide intake evaluation and implementation of AI tools platforms and vendor solutions.
• Monitor emerging AI technologies regulatory guidance and industry best practices; recommend strategic adjustments as needed.

Process Improvement Support

• Serve as backup support for Process Improvement Specialists when necessary including:
  • Workflow creation and management
  • Leading process improvement initiatives
  • Implementing workflow enhancements
  • Creating and maintaining SQL databases
  • Providing technical and analytical support for Lean 2 Green process improvement submissions

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Data Science Information Systems Business Finance or a related field required
• Masters degree preferred
• 5 years of experience in technology data analytics automation or related roles
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing AI machine learning analytics or automation initiatives
• Experience working within financial institutions fintechs or other highly regulated industries
• Strong understanding of AI concepts limitations and risks in a regulated environment
• Familiarity with model risk management data governance and regulatory expectations related to AI
• Experience working with vendors and thirdparty AI solutions
• Certifications or formal training in AI data science cloud platforms or change management preferred

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong AI and data literacy with a practical businessfocused mindset
• Proven ability to influence across teams and lead organizational change
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problemsolving skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• High level of governance risk and compliance awareness
• Selfdirected learner capable of mastering new technologies quickly
• Effective collaborator with accountability and initiative
• Commitment to longterm career development and organizational success

Why Extraco

Extraco Banks is committed to innovation responsible growth and employee development. Youll join a collaborative organization that values thoughtful technology adoption sound risk management and meaningful contributions to enterprise success. We empower our employees with growth opportunities modern tools and a culture grounded in integrity and continuous improvement.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Onsite officebased role at the Waco Texas location
• Extended periods of sitting or standing
• Frequent use of standard office equipment (computer phone copier)
• Local and regional travel for meetings training and business functions
• Visual acuity required for data review analytics and documentation
• Occasional lifting of 1015 pounds (equipment or materials)
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Additional Employment Requirement

Must open and maintain a checking or savings account with Extraco Banks as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Extraco Banks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace.