AI Governance Manager

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

We are seeking an AI Governance Manager to join Zions Bancorporation. The AI Governance Manager will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and enforcing policies and frameworks to ensure the responsible, ethical, and compliant use of Artificial Intelligence across the organization. This individual will work closely with data science, architecture, engineering, legal, and business teams to embed governance principles into the entire AI lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the company's AI governance program, including standards and best practices for the safe use of AI, leveraging industry standards such as the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Manage the AI Use Case intake process, including the completion of risk assessments, identifying risk mitigation requirements, inventory management, and routing for approval.
• Identify and maintain AI-related risk statements and correspondent controls to help govern AI use at an enterprise level.
• Stay current with emerging AI regulations and ensure the company's adherence to compliance requirements.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate review, oversight, and enforcement of expectations for AI solutions.
• Monitor and audit AI systems for performance, bias, and compliance with internal policies.
• Develop and deliver training and educational materials to promote awareness of AI governance best practices across the company.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on AI governance for internal stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; a combination of education and experience may meet requirements.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in a governance, risk, or compliance role, with a strong preference for experience in AI or technology policy.
• Experience with the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI) is preferred.
• Familiarity with GRC tooling, AI model inventory platforms, or automated risk assessment workflows.
• Familiarity with data science and machine learning concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and mitigate risks.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical and policy concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with project management and working with cross-functional teams.

Location:

This position is fully in office (5 days a week) at the Zions Technology Center - 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

• Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.
• At least 75%25 of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.
• Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes and locker rooms.
• Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.
• Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.
• LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE! 
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

Apply now if you have a passion for impactful outcomes, enjoy working collaboratively with co-workers, and want to make a difference for the clients and communities we serve.