This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role is crucial for shaping the product direction and economic governance within the Individual Life Division. As the head of product, you will influence key strategic decisions and leverage enterprise-level economic judgment to foster long-term growth. Your leadership will guide senior functional product leaders to ensure effective execution and alignment with the division's goals. This position engages with executive leadership regularly, making it pivotal for navigating the landscape of life insurance offerings and optimizing product strategies through robust market insights and analytics. - Lead the product strategy and governance for life insurance offerings. - Establish decision criteria and priorities for product initiatives. - Own product oversight and manage the Product Committee for disciplined evaluations. - Shape division strategy through rigorous economic analysis and recommendations. - Integrate product direction with strategic goals across various departments. - Provide economic judgment on product profitability and risk assessments. - Oversee market intelligence activities to inform product actions. - Align product strategies with distribution needs through collaboration. - Strengthen the use of data and analytics for informed decision-making. - Communicate complex product strategies clearly to executive teams. Qualifications - 15+ years in the life insurance industry with leadership roles in product management. - In-depth knowledge of life insurance product economics and trade-offs. - Experience influencing senior leaders and executing complex initiatives. - Strong executive presence with the ability to convey complex concepts. - Comfortable engaging external partners and negotiating strategically. - Background in actuarial science or corporate strategy is a plus. - Ability to travel as needed. Benefits - Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting options. - 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and matching up to 6%. - Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays. - Community engagement programs with company matching. - Opportunities for professional development and training.

American Forests is a national non-profit organization committed to creating healthy and resilient forests from cities to wilderness that deliver essential benefits for climate, people, water, and wildlife. We advance our mission through forestry innovation, place-based partnerships to plant and restore forests, and policy innovation and movement building. We envision a world in which the significant environmental, societal, and economic benefits of forests are fully realized and equitably available to all people. Established in 1875, American Forests is the oldest national non-profit conservation organization in the U.S., working to restore urban forests and forested landscapes for 150 years. American Forests is proud to be a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace. These are our shared values. We welcome individuals who bring a variety of backgrounds and experiences to be a part of our team to help make a difference individually and collectively as we work toward achieving our mission. We are committed to fostering an environment that is welcoming and respectful and provides opportunities for advancement and professional growth for every team member. POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Chief Program Officer (CPO) for Resilient Forests, the Vice President (VP) of Science & Innovation leads the Science and Innovation vertical within the Resilient Forests program. This portfolio spans forest climate science and analytics, forest restoration science, program impact tracking, and programmatic innovations that advance new partnership models and restoration funding/finance. The VP leads a team of scientists and programmatic innovators to deliver analysis, tools, applied/operational forestry research, transformative partnerships, and scalable approaches that increase Resilient Forests’ impact. The role balances day-to-day leadership of a high-performing team with strategic leadership that strengthens cohesion and integration across the broader Resilient Forests program. In close collaboration with the VP of Resilient Reforestation (who oversees regional restoration programs), the VP of Science and Innovation leads matrixed workstreams across regions, including regional restoration plans and strategies, impact estimation and quantification, and outcome-based restoration funding and finance solutions. Together with the CPO, VP of Resilient Reforestation, and the Director of Strategy & Program Delivery, the VP helps guide the Resilient Forests Senior Program Leadership Team and drive progress toward annual goals aligned with long-range strategic plans. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Partnerships, Fundraising, Communications (40%) - Support program development and fundraising in partnership with the CPO, Philanthropy and Development teams, and Science and Innovation staff, including proposals and pitches. - Advance funding partnerships based on science-based estimations of the ecological benefits of forest restoration projects of the Resilient Forests program. - Serve as a public-facing leader at meetings, conferences, webinars, and on social media, delivering presentations, moderating discussions, and speaking publicly to share program stories, research findings, and the theories of change and interventions underpinning our Science & Innovation work. - Represent American Forests in major projects and partnerships advancing climate-adapted forestry leadership, such as the Forest Innovation Platform. - Collaborate on the development of science publications, reports, and tools. - Help develop and shape compelling messaging and communications products in collaboration with Resilient Forests’ leadership, the Marketing & Communications Department, and the GIS & Data Science Department, that deliver core products from our Science & Innovation vertical to key audiences. - Build and/or maintain strategic external partnerships that advance American Forests’ mission and Resilient Forests’ strategic objectives. Management and Leadership (40%) - Attract, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing staff; empower team members to grow in their responsibility and impact. - Support a collaborative and creative culture within Resilient Forests and across American Forests, promoting science as foundational to our programs. - Lead Resilient Forests’ Science & Innovation vertical’s annual work planning, performance management, and long-range program planning in coordination with Senior Directors. - Ensure staff work plans and time allocations align with Resilient Forests’ priorities and budgets; coordinate with Finance and Operations to maintain accurate staff time allocations and budget execution. - Work with Senior Directors within the Science & Innovation vertical to develop and update program strategies aligned with American Forests’ strategic plan, including prioritization frameworks, goals, and key performance indicators. - Ensure program delivery is grounded in sound science and supported by clear, consistent impact metrics that are measured and reported in alignment with programmatic strategies. - Working with the CPO and VP of Resilient Reforestation, co-lead departmental budgeting and annual goal setting with the Senior Program Leadership Team. - Support staff developing and implementing systems for estimating and measuring ecological benefits of American Forests-funded and/or staff-implemented restoration projects. Administration (20%) - Promote strong financial stewardship by partnering with Finance & Operations in the review of program/project financials and facilitating effective decision-making in projects under the Science & Innovation vertical. - Support excellent administration of grants and agreements; identify and support implementation of efficiencies for grants management and reporting. - Support the rollout and adoption of organizational policies, procedures, and systems in coordination with Finance & Operations and program leadership. - Promote accountability and consistency in the use of organization-wide budgeting, forecasting, and operational tools and processes. EDUCATION - Master’s degree required, in environmental science, environmental management, forestry, environmental policy, restoration ecology, and/or nonprofit or public administration, with relevant nonprofit or business management coursework. QUALIFICATIONS - Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in a conservation-related field and at least 5 years in senior program management/leadership; strong preference for science program leadership and/or ecosystem markets experience. - Expertise in forest ecosystems, natural resource management, and/or ecological restoration is strongly preferred. (A combination of education and experience will be considered.) - Collaborative, empowering leadership style with strong attention to detail; able to mentor and support staff, build high-functioning teams, strengthen existing programs, and develop new initiatives. - Demonstrated success in technical program design and execution, with strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills. - Significant experience leading, fundraising for, and managing complex portfolios; familiarity with nonprofit management and comfort working across diverse program areas (e.g., outcome-based funding and restoration finance; threatened and endangered species conservation; forest landscape restoration; climate change adaptation). - Excellent written and verbal communication skills; effective spokesperson able to convey technical work, strategy, and impact clearly and concisely. - Demonstrated experience working with diverse public- and private-sector partners. - Awareness and understanding of Indigenous Knowledge systems. - Working knowledge of concepts, datasets, and tools related to forest adaptation to climate change. - Experience authoring, co-authoring, and/or reviewing peer-reviewed scientific or technical publications. - Familiarity with modeling and analysis of forest ecosystems, wildfire, watershed hydrology, forest carbon dynamics, and climate change impacts; and ecosystem service quantification tools/methods. - Knowledge of social science (including natural resource economics) is desired. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. The budgeted salary range is between $160,000 - 180,000. Our benefits are designed to support your whole self at work and at home. We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness resources, disability insurance, and life and AD&D protection to give you peace of mind. You’ll enjoy generous paid time off, holidays, and leave programs, including parental bonding, bereavement, and military leave, so you can take care of what matters most. We invest in your future with a 401(k) plan that includes an employer match, flexible spending accounts, and a technology stipend to keep you connected. From work‑life balance to financial security, our benefits ensure you feel supported every step of the way. LOCATION & WORKING CONDITIONS This position is a remote position that will work with staff from all time zones within the U.S. American Forests’ headquarters is in downtown Washington, DC. TRAVEL Up to 25% of travel is required to engage in meetings and events that are both internal to American Forests and external. SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS American Forests is committed to effective staff management, so all team members can excel. The Vice President for Science & Innovation will directly supervise a team of Senior Directors within the Resilient Forest program, who each supervise program staff and diverse program areas. REPORTS TO The VP, Science & Innovation within the Resilient Forests program reports to the Chief Program Officer, Resilient Forests. WHY AMERICAN FORESTS American Forests is a national nonprofit conservation organization with a bold vision for restoring forests at the scale needed to address climate change, support biodiversity, and strengthen communities. Our work is driven by cutting‑edge forest science, strong policy engagement, and movement‑building efforts in collaboration with federal agencies, corporate partners, and local community leaders. We lead transformative, science‑based initiatives across the country, from advancing Tree Equity to ensure every neighborhood has the trees needed for health, safety, and climate resilience, to restoring forest ecosystems so they can adapt to climate change, store more carbon, protect water resources, and support wildlife. American Forests is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to provide access to all individuals along the continuum of human ability and experience.

This description is a summary of our understanding of the job description. Click on 'Apply' button to find out more. Role Description This role is crucial for shaping the product direction and economic governance within the Individual Life Division. As the head of product, you will influence key strategic decisions and leverage enterprise-level economic judgment to foster long-term growth. Your leadership will guide senior functional product leaders to ensure effective execution and alignment with the division's goals. This position engages with executive leadership regularly, making it pivotal for navigating the landscape of life insurance offerings and optimizing product strategies through robust market insights and analytics. - Lead the product strategy and governance for life insurance offerings. - Establish decision criteria and priorities for product initiatives. - Own product oversight and manage the Product Committee for disciplined evaluations. - Shape division strategy through rigorous economic analysis and recommendations. - Integrate product direction with strategic goals across various departments. - Provide economic judgment on product profitability and risk assessments. - Oversee market intelligence activities to inform product actions. - Align product strategies with distribution needs through collaboration. - Strengthen the use of data and analytics for informed decision-making. - Communicate complex product strategies clearly to executive teams. Qualifications - 15+ years in the life insurance industry with leadership roles in product management. - In-depth knowledge of life insurance product economics and trade-offs. - Experience influencing senior leaders and executing complex initiatives. - Strong executive presence with the ability to convey complex concepts. - Comfortable engaging external partners and negotiating strategically. - Background in actuarial science or corporate strategy is a plus. - Ability to travel as needed. Benefits - Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting options. - 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and matching up to 6%. - Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays. - Community engagement programs with company matching. - Opportunities for professional development and training.

Company Details Berkley Human Services, a Berkley Company, is devoted to meeting the needs of Human Services Organizations. Our insurance policies are written through our Berkley affiliates, each of which is rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best Company with a Financial Category of XV. We offer property and casualty coverage designed for the unique operational aspects of social service organizations. Our Human Services Program dates back to 1989 and has continuously evolved to meet the unique needs of the market we serve. We insure both nonprofit and for-profit social service organizations, such as child daycare, sheltered workshops, group homes, senior citizen centers, senior independent living, schools, counseling services, YMCAs, YWCAs, and Boys & Girls Clubs. Responsibilities To develop, grow and maintain a profitable book of Human Services business within an assigned territory through marketing and underwriting processes; demonstrate functional technical knowledge of underwriting concepts, practices, procedures and techniques to include coverage issues, product lines, marketing, relevant systems and competition in the marketplace. Manages relationship with assigned producers to manage submission, quote and bind activity and deliver on service commitments established by the designated Service Level Agreement (SLA). - Risk Selection: evaluate/assess submitted applications for appetite acceptability; assess risk and determine premium, terms and conditions in accordance with Letter of Authority (LOA) for new and renewal business; generate quote proposals and deliver to producers; negotiate final terms leading to binding. - Producer Relationships: develop and maintain relationships through regular visits and phone contact; review pipeline and prospect lists; develop leads; review Producer Score Card and provide ongoing feedback toward goal commitments. - Complete underwriting checklists outlining underwriting thought process, loss analysis, pricing theory and risk characteristics. - Maintain records and prepare required reports as necessary, including Salesforce, Clearance, BPMi and any other systems involved. - Meet or communicate with marketing personnel as warranted, including sharing competitive information, requesting support/assistance with the relationships, and seeking assistance in marketing strategy. - Maintain contact with and function as liaison between independent agents, claims adjusters, finance team members, actuarial team members, Risk Control team members and other concerned parties in administering accounts where necessary. - Maintain and update files for underwriting reviews. - Provide instructions for policy issuance. - Handle endorsement requests to ensure timely processing. May perform other functions as assigned. Remote candidates outside the Minneapolis and Chicago metro areas will be considered for this role, provided they are well qualified and willing to travel frequently. Qualifications - Minimum of 3 years of multi-line underwriting and marketing experience. - Knowledge of insurance rating, structure, forms, and coverages. - Ability to maintain confidential information. - Strong interpersonal, presentation and negotiation skills to include the ability to affirmatively close sales. - Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. - Strong decision-making skills. - Strong PC and keyboarding skills, including working with MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. - Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required. Education - Four-year college degree or equivalent experience Additional Company Details The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees including: • Base Salary Range: $75k-$125k • Benefits include Health, dental, vision, dental, life, disability, wellness, paid time off, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Additional Requirements Travel: Required Sponsorship Details Sponsorship not Offered for this Role