Posting DateHere's what you can expect as a Special Projects Director at DaVita:
General Purpose & Role OverviewDaVita is seeking a strategic, analytical, and execution-focused leader to join our Operations team as Director, Special Projects. This high-visibility leadership role acts as a strategic partner, thought leader, and force multiplier across operational innovation and field execution lanes.
The Director, Special Projects will drive large-scale, high-impact operational projects, facilitate executive-level decision-making, and ensure tight alignment across corporate functions and field operating teams (Divisions, Groups, and Markets). The primary objective is to standardize operational processes, optimize clinical and field workflows, eliminate operational barriers, and design scalable programs that improve patient and teammate outcomes across the Village.
Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesIn order of significance, the core functions and responsibilities of this position include:
- Strategic Scoping & Special Projects (35%): Scope, structure, and drive complex, multi-workstream strategic initiatives across field operations. Identify operational bottlenecks, synthesize quantitative/qualitative data, develop alternative approaches, and present clear, fact-based recommendations to senior executives.
- Field Operations Strategy & Standardization (30%): Partner closely with field operations leaders (Division Vice Presidents, Regional Operations Directors, and Clinic Managers) to identify best practices, design operational playbooks, and scale standardized operating models across dialysis centers and operating markets.
- Implementation & Change Management (15%): Own end-to-end program governance from pilot concept through nationwide rollout. Indirectly guide local market resources using robust project management and change management frameworks to ensure high adoption, compliance, and long-term sustainability.
- Cross-Functional & Technology Integration (10%): Partner cross-functionally with IT, Clinical Transformation, People Services, Revenue Operations, and Finance to integrate new technology tools, digital workflows, and clinical care models into daily field operations.
- Executive Governance & Operational Rhythms (10%): Establish clear KPI tracking rhythms, inventory critical path milestones, and deliver executive-ready presentations and dashboards for operational reviews with executive leadership.
Qualifications & Experience- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, or related field required; Master's degree (MBA, MHA, MPH, or related graduate degree) strongly preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 4+ years of post-graduate experience in top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, or operational leadership (or 8-10+ years of total progressive professional experience in high-impact roles).
- Industry Background: Healthcare industry, clinical operations, or multi-site operational leadership experience strongly preferred.
- Analytical Agility: Proven mastery in structured problem-solving, financial/operational data modeling, and translating ambiguous business problems into clear execution plans.
- Leadership & Influence: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record of influencing senior executive stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams without direct authority.
- Methodologies: Deep expertise in project management and change management methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Agile).
Core Competencies & DaVita ValuesA successful Director, Special Projects demonstrates executive maturity, high discretion, and a deep commitment to DaVita's Core Values: Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun.
Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
- A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
- Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
- Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
- A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
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What We'll Provide:More than just pay, our DaVita Rewards package connects teammates to what matters most. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Below are some of our benefit offerings.
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
- Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
- Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita's online training platform StarLearning.
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This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
The Salary Range for the role is $115,000.00 - $183,000.00 per year.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. 
