Why USAA?

The Opportunity

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated intermediate Military Affairs Representative that lives in or will be willing to relocate to within 25 miles of Gulfport-Biloxi, MS.

Assists in the development and execution of the Military Affairs Operational Plan that supports the Enterprise in attaining business goals and objectives. Under minimal supervision, performs moderately complex work that builds relationships with outside organizations, increases USAA Branding opportunities, enhances relations with members and prospects, and develops and implements outreach programs to select market segments. Incumbents may be required to travel both locally and on extended overnight trips at a minimum of 120 days per year, which may include weekends. Develops solutions that improve the favorable image of USAA.

What you’ll do:

• Meets with military installation senior leadership to build relationships and develop business opportunity events in support of military members and their families. Utilizes maturing knowledge of USAA's full range of business products, services, and programs available to improve relationships with leaders, members, and prospects.
• Identifies and understands the intended goals of Military Affairs and USAA. Works as a military subject matter expert with USAA lines of business and staff agencies when access to military installations is required or when military expertise is essential to project success.
• Negotiates contracts and agreements as part of the business development to conduct USAA business at a wide range of face-to-face marketing and informational events. Leads cross functional teams in face-to-face marketing events both on and off military installations.
• Contributes to employee understanding of critical aspects of military life and culture.
• Represents all USAA lines of business and their products and services. Dialogues with members and provides feedback to senior management on issues, accolades, and competitive intelligence.
• Manages assigned program expenses within annual budget.

What you’ll have: (Minimums)

• Bachelor's degree OR 4 additional years (6 Total) of related experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 2 or more years of experience engaging the military community.
• Demonstrated understanding of tactical, operational, and strategic planning, program development and project tracking, with the ability to create and understand business metrics.
• Developing knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word and PowerPoint and other software to develop analyses, charts and supporting documentation.
• Meets and maintains all USAA safety driving requirements.

What sets you apart:

• Military assignment within the last two years serving in a senior military leadership position.
• Staff and leadership experience serving at a major military command or higher headquarters.
• Extensive knowledge of military leadership structure and military installation functions.
• Extensive knowledge of active duty, National Guard, military Reserve Forces programs and services.
• Ability to work weekends in support of active-duty, National Guard and Reserve Force activities as necessary.
• Ability to work long hours and travel a minimum of 120 days per year to include extended overnight trips to include weekends.
• 10-years or more experience engaging the military community.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds, including lifting boxes, tent, and display in and out of a car.
• Ability to spend long hours, up to 10 hours a day, on feet either indoors or outdoors.
• Currently reside in Gulfport/Biloxi, MS or able to relocate to within 25 miles of this location.

The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

What we offer:

Compensation: USAA has an effective process for assessing market data and establishing ranges to ensure we remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range based on your experience and market data of the position. The actual salary for this role may vary by location. The salary range for this position is: $55,580 - $99,570.

Employees may be eligible for pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance and at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors.

Benefits: At USAA our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. These benefits include comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), pension, life insurance, parental benefits, adoption assistance, paid time off program with paid holidays plus 16 paid volunteer hours, and various wellness programs. Additionally, our career path planning and continuing education assists employees with their professional goals.

For more details on our outstanding benefits, please visit our benefits page on USAAjobs.com.

Relocation assistance IS available for this position.

USAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.