Mortgage Strategic Initiatives Director - MedStar Health : Job Details

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution with 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets says that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?

Our people helping people philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

While we're proud of our history, we're even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there's never been a better time to be part of BECU.

The Target Pay Range for this position is $184,300.00-$225,000.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $143,000.00 - $266,300.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance-based and targets vary by role.

Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) per pay period (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.

As the Mortgage Strategic Initiatives Director, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mortgage services at BECU. You'll lead major mortgage initiatives from conception to completion, connecting cross-functional teams, removing roadblocks, and creating clarity and momentum. This is your opportunity to drive innovation, elevate operational excellence, and ensure our projects deliver meaningful impact to our members and communities.

• Lead Strategic Mortgage Initiatives: Oversee large-scale, cross-functional mortgage project portfolios, ensuring they stay on track, on time, and within scope.
• Build and Deliver Annual Plans: Partner with leaders to develop and execute plans aligning projects with organizational priorities.
• Standardize Project Management Excellence: Establish frameworks, governance models, and methodologies to elevate consistency, quality, and speed.
• Orchestrate Roadmap Planning: Drive planning for project roadmaps, intake, resourcing, and prioritization. Track risks, complexity, and value delivery.
• Solve Cross-Functional Challenges: Identify dependencies and risks, influence resolution, and minimize disruptions.
• Develop and Inspire Talent: Mentor project managers to improve communication, performance, and delivery capabilities.
• Ensure Audit Readiness: Prepare projects for audits with proper documentation, controls, and compliance.
• Foster Stakeholder Transparency: Build relationships and communicate goals and progress clearly.
• Manage Budgets with Precision: Oversee financial tracking and reconciliation for projects.
• Support Change and Adoption: Plan for transitions by identifying training needs and support strategies.

This isn't just about ticking tasks off a list. It's about making a positive change in BECU's journey, where your contributions are valued and your growth is fostered.

• Strategic Influence: Shape the future of mortgage operations at a purpose-driven organization.
• People-First Culture: A collaborative environment valuing innovation, inclusion, and learning.
• Executive Visibility: Exposure to senior leaders and decision-makers.
• Meaningful Impact: Drive change and see real-world outcomes.
• Professional Growth: Support for leadership development, tools, and career pathways.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of relevant experience in program, project, or portfolio management
• Experience in the financial industry with operations and strategy execution
• Leading project management efforts for system conversions or integrations
• Mortgage industry experience

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a relevant field
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies (e.g., PMP, Green Belt)
• Proven leadership of large project teams
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Strategic planning skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership, planning, and negotiation skills

Ready to make an impact? Join a collaborative, innovative team where your ideas fuel growth. This is more than a job—it's a chance to elevate your career and contribute to BECU's success. Apply now and start your journey of influence, innovation, and impact.

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EEO Statement: BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or protected status.