Divisional Field Manager

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Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for developing people and driving performance? As a Divisional Field Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of our growth strategy: coaching, mentoring, and inspiring field managers across multiple regions. You’ll lead by example, delivering hands‑on training and strategic guidance to Regional Directors and Managing Partners. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our distribution network and will directly impact the success of our financial representatives and the communities they serve.

If you’re ready to make a difference and grow with a purpose‑driven organization, we’d love to hear from you.

Modern Woodmen of America is one of the nation’s largest fraternal benefit societies, with over $18 billion assets. Fraternals are unique membership organizations that pair the “member‑owned” characteristic of a mutual insurance company with the “social mission” characteristic of a service organization. They unite individuals with common bonds, provide a variety of life insurance and investment products, and form one of the nation’s most effective volunteer networks.

• Develop and deliver systems, tools, and training to help field managers grow assigned regions.
• Provide hands‑on training to Regional Directors and Managing Partners in their local areas or during new territory start‑ups.
• Supervise, monitor, and influence performance of Managing Partners, Regional Directors, and Financial Representatives in a results‑driven environment.
• Offer feedback and coaching to field managers to enhance performance.
• Travel occasionally to assigned regions for recruiting, training, supervision, and accountability.
• Screen field management candidates and implement pre‑management development programs for proper selection and preparation.
• Recommend appointments and terminations of field managers to the Chief Distribution and Marketing Officer.
• Serve as liaison between Home Office and field, fostering productive relationships and addressing concerns.
• Be available beyond traditional hours to support field needs.
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years related work experience; sales experience preferred.
• Ability to pass FINRA Series 6, 63, and 26; we provide study time during work hours.
• FIC, LUTC, CLU, CLF, or other industry credentials preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain relationships across the home office and field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills to engage both virtual and in‑person audiences.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Previous experience with recruiting and onboarding is a plus.

• Pay: Annual salary range $103 000–$114 000, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Work Arrangements: Full‑time, office‑focused, salaried position with limited remote days; approximately 15 % travel, including weekends.
• Stability: Modern Woodmen’s long‑term decisions provide stability for employees, representatives, and members.
• Respect for personal time: Vacation, sick leave and 11 paid holidays; career blend for work and life.
• Professional growth: Commitment to employee development with educational offerings.
• Great culture: Collaborative work and volunteer opportunities.
• A beautiful office: Downtown Rock Island, IL, with plaza overlooking Mississippi River.
• On‑site Café: Breakfast, lunch, and beverage options at Café 1883.
• Exceptional benefits: Company‑paid retirement plan, matching 401(k), employee impact bonus, medical, dental and prescription drug insurance (100 % employees, 50 % dependents), group term life insurance, long‑term and short‑term disability, voluntary vision, FSA, accident insurance.

Modern Woodmen is an equal opportunity employer.
Modern Woodmen is committed to providing a respectful environment where each person’s diverse opinions, attitudes, attributes, and feelings are respected.