Hospital for Special Surgery

Assistant Vice President Application Development

Hospital for Special Surgery$228K — $348K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in enterprise application management and strategic technology planning.
  • Proven track record in evaluating technologies for build-vs.-buy decisions.
  • Expertise in managing integrated enterprise applications like Workday and financial systems.
  • Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring teams of technical professionals.
  • Excellent communication skills for liaising with stakeholders and vendors.
  • Ability to oversee and manage complex operational budgets.

Responsibilities

  • Define the long-term corporate applications strategy and technology roadmap.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and vendor capabilities for strategic decisions.
  • Manage the design, implementation, and upkeep of enterprise applications.
  • Oversee system upgrades, patches, and ensure operational readiness.
  • Establish KPIs and operational metrics for performance improvement.
  • Implement ITIL-based processes for service and incident management.
  • Mentor and develop a technical team, driving continuous learning.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible work hours to maintain work-life balance.
Full Job Description

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $228,500.00 - $348,125.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development

  • Define andarticulatethe long-term corporate applications strategy and technology roadmap in alignment with organizationalobjectivesand IT governance standards.
  • Evaluate emerging technologies, vendor capabilities, and platform enhancements to inform build-vs.-buy decisions and integration strategies.
  • Participate in enterprise IT strategic planning, contributing to short-term and long-term technology roadmaps.

Application Portfolio Management

  • Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance, and evolution of enterprise applications (e.g., Workday,UKG Dimensions/Kronos,financial systems, supply chain, workforce management).
  • Ensure full and consistent implementation of system upgrades, patches, and enhancements across all corporate platforms.
  • Manage application testing, deployment, and release management processes to ensure reliability and quality.
  • Ensures 24/7 operational readiness andmaintenanceof downtime procedures.

Operational Leadership

  • Lead day-to-day operations of corporate application systems, ensuring high availability, performance, and service-level compliance.
  • Establish andmonitorkey performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics toidentifyareas for improvement and drive continuous process optimization.
  • Implement ITIL-based quality processes, incident management, and problem management methodologies.

Team Leadership & Talent Development

  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team ofdirectors,managers, technical leads, and application analysts.Conduct annual performance evaluations, set goals, and foster professional growth and a culture of continuous learning.Drive talent management strategies,maintaininga clear view of upcoming advancements in digitaltechnologies,and buildingexpertisewithin the team.Stakeholder & Vendor ManagementManage relationships with technology vendors, negotiate softwarepurchases,and support agreements, and oversee Statements of Work (SOWs).Serve as a key liaison between senior IT leadership and departmental teams to ensure clear communication and effective implementation of enterprise policiesFinancial & Budget ManagementManage annual operational and capital budgets for the corporate applications portfolio.Monitor fiscal operations, control expenditures, and ensure cost-effectiveness of application investments.Manage a portfolio of technology investments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with quality.Corporate Application Role Only: Establish executive-level relationships with business stakeholders across departments; gather requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions.

About Hospital for Special Surgery

Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) is a hospital in New York City that specializes in orthopedic surgery and the treatment of rheumatologic conditions. Founded in 1863 by James Knight, HSS is the oldest orthopedic hospital in the United States. The hospital has been ranked the top orthopedic hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years. HSS has a staff of over 4000 employees, including more than 200 physicians and surgeons, and treats over 32,000 inpatients and 300,000 outpatients annually.
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