Director of Technology

Want to join a stable and bullet proof industry? (Insurance) Want a rewarding job without all the “red tape” of large corporations? Have you hit a ceiling in your present role? Do you live in the Greater Denver Metro Area? Are you a tech leader who thrives on innovation, data and impact? Join Premier Group Insurance (PGI) as our Director of Technology and help shape the digital backbone of a growing network of 500+ independent insurance agents. Company Overview With over 25 years in business, Premier Group Insurance is one of the largest and fastest growing Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance agencies in the United States. In fact, Insurance Journal has ranked Premier in the Top 12 in Personal Lines out of an independent agency universe of nearly 40,000 agencies, and #38 in total P&C. We are a team of dedicated professionals with a singular focus: to be the best in the industry for our agency owners and the staff who support them. We believe that a best-in-class insurance network should provide four key elements to insurance entrepreneurs: • Best-in-class contract options • Continuous training and support • Extensive portfolio of carrier and carrier alignment • Transparency between Premier and insurance agency owners We Are Looking For Someone Who Can • Architect and lead cutting-edge data and communication platforms • Connect systems and people through smart integrations and AI • Drive operational excellence across departments • Ensure compliance, security and performance at every level Position Summary Premier Group Insurance (PGI) is seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Technology to lead the strategic development and execution of technology solutions that empower our internal teams and 500+ independent agents nationwide. This role will oversee the full spectrum of PGI’s technology ecosystem; from data infrastructure and visualization to workflow optimization, compliance, and performance management. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Strategic Leadership: Define and execute PGI’s technology roadmap aligned with business goals and agent needs • Data Management: Oversee data extraction, storage, transformation, and visualization to drive actionable insights • Systems Integration: Lead API development and cross-platform connectivity to streamline operations and enhance user experience • Workflow Optimization: Collaborate across departments to identify bottlenecks and implement AI-driven solutions that improve efficiency • Communication Tools: Develop and maintain interactive platforms for seamless communication between PGI staff and agents • Infrastructure Oversight: manage hardware and software systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness • Security & Compliance: Ensure adherence to technology compliance standards, including licensing and data security protocols • Team Leadership: Evaluate and manage technology staff performance, fostering a culture of innovation and accountability Key Qualifications • Proven experience in leading enterprise-level technology initiatives • Deep understanding of: • Data extraction, storage, and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python). • APIs and software integrations • AI applications in business process automation • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to understand and solve departmental workflow challenges • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Resident of Greater Denver Metro area Preferred Qualifications • Experience in the insurance industry, particularly with: • Agency Management Systems (AMS) • Multi-rating tools • Carrier download/data delivery • CRM and commissions processing • Familiarity with carrier licensing procedures and compliance requirements • Bonus points if you’ve worked with insurance tech like AMS, rating tools, Azure or CRM systems and understand the nuances of licensing compliance What We Offer • A base salary plus a generous bonus structure that rewards high performance without any limits on your earnings • Access to cutting-edge tools, CRM software, and resources to enhance productivity • Continuous training and support to ensure you have the skills and tools to succeed • Access to a wide range of carriers to provide the insurance agencies with the best options • Professional support staff to help you succeed in your goals Industry: Insurance Employment Type: Full-time Hours: Mon- Fri 9- 5:30 (Flexible) Travel: Some Compensation Information • Pay Range: $125,000 - $175,000 base (commensurate with experience) with bonus opportunities (additional $25,000 - $50,000) based on performance. • Total Compensation = Pay + Performance Bonus + Benefits • Exempt • Local, in-office/hybrid • E-Verify Employer Benefits Include • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision Insurance • Life insurance • Short-Term Disability • Long-Term Disability • Retirement - 401k • Paid Time Off • Sick Leave • Holiday pay • Birthday Off • Anniversary Day Off • Floating Day off • Onsite fitness room • Free parking • Flex Time • Great location (DTC) Apply today for the opportunity to work with one of the largest, fastest growing, award winning, independent insurance agencies in the US! WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically require touching, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sedentary Work - Depending on assignment, positions in this class typically exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. Premier Group Insurance, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations. E-Verify Program Legal Disclaimer: This document is intended for informational purposes only and by no means should replace or substitute other legal documents (governmental or non-governmental) reflecting similar content or advice. If you have legal questions concerning your situation or the information provided, you should consult with an attorney.