VP/Core Operations & Development

Who We Are: At orsa credit union, we believe in more than just banking, we believe in people. We are looking to build a community of forward-thinking team members who share our values towards providing exceptional member experiences and financial empowerment through our best-in-class products. We've been recognized as one of the Regional Best and Brightest companies for the last 20 years and nationally recognized since 2018. We have been certified as a Great Place To Work since 2023 and as of 2024, we were also recognized as the Best and Brightest in Wellness, reflecting our deep commitment to our team members and the communities we serve. About the role: The VP/Core Operations & Development develops the Credit Union's core system infrastructure strategy with the Chief Digital & Information Officer, leads changes supporting the adoption of current and emerging technologies, plans core system infrastructure in alignment with credit union-wide business requirements, and ensures stability & compliance with regulatory mandates. This individual is responsible for budgeting, setting service standards, handling escalations, managing the core system & external core applications, overseeing the programming analysis, coding and testing functions. This position has a starting annual rate of $160,800, but your offer amount may be increased with relevant work experience and transferable skills. A Day in the life of a VP/Core Operations & Development can look like: Oversee annual budgets for the Core System Operations and Software Development teams in collaboration with the Chief Digital & Information Officer. Provide technical leadership for the Manager/Software Development and support for applications programming and software testing team members. Ensure capacity planning and vendor management of the core system and ancillary systems. Ensure core system backup infrastructure and support are delivered and proactively planned to avoid business disruption. Maintain technical specifications and related documentation to ensure ongoing full service operation of core system functions. Conduct ongoing evaluation of infrastructure and services to identify opportunities for improvement, cost effective solutions, migration to cloud, Artificial Intelligence, etc. Lead the planning and implementation of core system disaster recovery and business continuity efforts; ensuring that institutional data is managed, archived, and stored securely in both local and offsite repositories. This includes data at rest as well as data in transit. Execute technology projects, including working with multiple vendors, PMO and other resources to deliver projects on-time and within budget. Research current and new industry trends, technologies, and software development. Identify opportunities for improvements, expansion, and/or reduction of services that meet the needs of the enterprise. Provide vision, direction, and coaching to help the Core System Operations and the Software Development teams achieve results, while establishing clear accountability and ownership throughout both teams. Perform other duties as directed by leadership. What you bring to the table: High school diploma or equivalent. 8 years of programming experience. 10 years of experience managing developers and the development function. Minimum 6 years of experience working in an IT environment at a financial institution. Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex projects simultaneously. Demonstrated advanced logic and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated professional and interpersonal skills for leading, motivating, and communicating with team members. Extensive knowledge of computer, network, and security systems. You might also have:Bachelor's degree in a Computer Science-related field. 3 years of Symitar experience. We believe in creating a Culture of Belonging guided by our core values: Relentless Care, Hustle & Grind, Huzzah! and Curiosity.As a team member of orsa, you'll enjoy:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans Four weeks of PTO for all full-time team members Up to 12-weeks paid paternity/maternity leave Lifestyle Accounts to help with your personal wellbeing Family Health Benefits Paid time off to observe all Federal Holidays Flexible work options depending on position A generous 401k match Numerous employee engagement activities Community Resource Groups Paid time off for occasions such as volunteering, caregiving, and family events Contact/application information: If this description appeals to you, please submit an application! A member of orsa's talent acquisition team will be in contact with you shortly! Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: orsa credit union is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable Federal, State or local laws. Disclaimer: This job posting highlights some of the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the position. There may be additional duties and responsibilities that are not listed above. A Talent Acquisition Specialist will be sure to discuss the role in further detail should your application be selected to move forward. Please note that orsa credit union does not involve Artificial Intelligence (AI) when evaluating applications. Applications for this position are reviewed by a member within the Talent Acquisition team. We are dedicated to providing an equitable and thorough review of all submissions and look forward to additional connection as the recruitment process continues!

Created: 2026-03-10