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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director of AI & Automation - **Company:** CAMPBELL STREET LLC - **Location:** Des Moines, IA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Business Systems, Information Systems, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Systems Integration, Application Enhancement Tool, AI Platforms, Information Technology, Low-code - **Published:** July 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=371a2392859dbe75 ## About the Role * Alignment with company mission, vision and values. * Bachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. * Five or more years of experience in automation, business transformation, technology strategy, process improvement, operations, or related disciplines. * Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and organizational change. * Experience implementing automation technologies, AI solutions, or digital transformation initiatives. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. * Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. * Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. Preferred * Experience with AI platforms, automation tools, workflow technologies, and low-code/no-code solutions. * Experience in healthcare, senior living, hospitality, retail, or other multi-site organizations. * Experience managing technology vendors and implementation partners. * Familiarity with workforce management, HRIS, financial systems, and operational platforms. * Experience working in highly regulated environments., * Bachelor's (Required), * technology strategy: 5 years (Required) * AI solutions: 1 year (Required) * business transformation: 5 years (Required) ## Description Healthcare is notoriously antiquated in terms of technological innovation. Seniors healthcare, as a subset to the industry is even worse. As an mission-oriented operator within the seniors healthcare industry, Campbell Street is on a mission to become one of the first AI-native organizations in the industry. We believe artificial intelligence and automation will fundamentally reshape how organizations operate over the next decade. Our goal is not simply to adopt new technology-we aim to transform how work gets done by reducing administrative burden, and empowering our teams to focus on the work that matters most - interacting and taking care of our people. To help lead this transformation, we are creating a new role: Director of AI & Automation. This is a unique opportunity to build something from the ground up. The Director of AI & Automation will be responsible for identifying, designing, implementing, and scaling AI and automation solutions across the enterprise. Working closely with executive leadership and operational teams, this individual will help redefine workflows, improve business processes, and unlock measurable value through practical applications of artificial intelligence and automation. Our list of projects is already growing. We need someone to prioritize and execute! Success in this role will be measured not by technology implementations alone, but by getting hours back into our team members hands to do the human work that actually drives value - building and maintaining relationships, strategy development and execution and complex problem solving., AI Strategy & Enterprise Transformation * Develop, prioritize and execute Campbell Street's AI and automation roadmap. Constant re-prioritization of projects based on human hours/resources we can reallocate to the most important work. * Identify opportunities to leverage AI and automation to improve business outcomes. * Promote adoption of AI across all business functions. * Build organizational awareness and understanding of emerging AI technologies. * Design and implement automation solutions that improve the experience of all stakeholders. We have a saying that we should all be operating at the top of our licenses/capabilities. This position is squarely intended to keep us there. Automation & Process Improvement * Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities to eliminate manual work. * No more manually pulling reports. Reduce aggregation / compilation tasks and accelerate to the last 10% - 20% of a project that really drives value. * Partner with operations, finance, clinical, and HR leaders to redesign processes. * Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation and productivity. * Measure and report on the impact of automation initiatives. Solution Development & Innovation * Design, prototype, and deploy AI-powered tools and solutions. * Lead proof-of-concept initiatives from idea through implementation. * Evaluate build-versus-buy opportunities and recommend the most effective approach. * Develop scalable solutions that can be deployed across multiple communities and departments. * Stay informed on emerging technologies and identify practical applications for Campbell Street. * Once corporate projects have been prioritized and executive, this leader will shadow our team members in our communities to identify other opportunities for automation or process improvement * Bring ideas! Potential Projects * Develop AI-powered solutions that improve recruiting effectiveness, candidate engagement, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning. * Partner with human resources and operations to identify opportunities to improve workforce outcomes through technology and automation. * Support initiatives aimed at reducing premium labor costs and agency utilization. * Explore predictive and AI-driven approaches to retention and workforce management. * Revenue cycle process overhaul * Reimbursement assessment and automation * Accelerating our monthly close. Reporting to various lender and investor stakeholders. Predictive monthly financials. * Family and resident engagement. Systems Integration & Technology Partnerships * Partner with internal and external technology resources to support automation initiatives. * Evaluate technology vendors, platforms, and solutions. * Support integration efforts between key business systems. * Ensure AI and automation initiatives align with enterprise technology strategy. Change Management & Adoption * Lead implementation and adoption efforts for new AI and automation solutions. * Develop training and communication plans that support successful adoption. * Build strong partnerships across the organization to drive engagement and utilization. * Help leaders identify and embrace new ways of working., During the first 12 months, this leader will: * Develop a 12-24 month AI and automation roadmap. * Prioritize and maintain all automation and general AI corporate projects * Identify and implement high-impact automation initiatives. * Launch AI-powered solutions that create measurable business value. * Improve efficiency and reduce administrative workload across key business functions. * Support workforce initiatives that improve recruiting, retention, and labor management. * Establish processes for evaluating, prioritizing, and scaling automation opportunities. * Deliver measurable return on investment through AI and automation initiatives. ## Related Videos - [Reimagining app development with Low-code and AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1651-reimagining-app-development-with-low-code-and-ai) - [This App Reached 10,000 Users in One Week. 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