Data Scientist

Horace Mann • Springfield, MO

12h

About The Position

Overall Objective: To drive actionable insights and inform corporate strategies through the use of analytics, GenAI, advanced modeling, data mining, and market intelligence. Horace Mann was founded in 1945 by two Springfield, Illinois, teachers who saw a need for quality, affordable auto insurance for teachers. Since then, we’ve broadened our mission to helping all educators protect what they have today and prepare for a successful tomorrow. And with our broadened mission has come corporate growth: We serve more than 4,100 school districts nationwide, we’re publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: HMN) and we have more than $12 billion in assets. We’re motivated by the fact that educators take care of our children’s future, and we believe they deserve someone to look after theirs. We help educators identify their financial goals and develop plans to achieve them. This includes insurance to protect what they have today and financial products to help them prepare for their future. Our tailored offerings include special rates and benefits for educators. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status For applicants that are California residents, please review our California Consumer Privacy Notice All applicants should review our Horace Mann Privacy Policy

Requirements

• Strong Communication: Demonstrates strong communication skills with a basic understanding of project management principles. Ability to share updates with team members and manager clearly and concisely, with flexibility in discussions around project scope and deliverables.
• Data Visualization: Ability to visualize data effectively to support clear insights and decision-making.
• Analysis: Proficiency in leveraging data and statistical modeling to identify, create, and solve business opportunities.
• GenAI and Machine Learning: Some proficiency in GenAI and machine learning techniques to identify, create, and solve business opportunities. Shows a strong desire to build foundational skills first and demonstrates flexibility in selecting appropriate methods.
• Technical Data Proficiency: Ability to work with data using programming languages (SQL, Python) and a solid understanding of relational data and data tools.
• Coding Skills: Demonstrates the ability to write production-ready code in Python that is modular, efficient, and well-documented.
• Project Drive: Demonstrates a desire to learn and own project workstreams with a GenAI/Data Science focus to positively impact business outcomes.
• Inquisitive Mindset: Possesses an inquisitive mindset and a desire to delve into the details while maintaining a focus on business impact and practical solutions.
• Collaboration: Capable of both independent work and collaboration within projects and cross-functional teams to achieve targeted outcomes and drive shared success.
• Master’s degree or higher in data science related areas (statistics, applied economics, data science)

Nice To Haves

• Experience developing dashboards preferred with Python-based tools (PowerBI experience is a plus).
• 2+ years of professional analytical experience preferred
• 2+ years of P&C or Life/Retirement experience preferred

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level