Strong preference for EdTech/Education industry experience
Willingness to relocate to Dallas, Texas
Responsibilities
Plan and direct operations for assigned departments
Communicate and implement strategic direction
Collaborate with executive leadership to achieve company goals
Identify and recommend new processes and technologies
Ensure alignment of departmental decisions with company vision
Establish and implement policies and standards
Review and approve project cost-control reports
Present performance metrics to executive leadership
Maintain knowledge of emerging trends and technologies
Benefits
Competitive compensation based on experience
Paid time off with a sliding scale
Generous paid holiday schedule
Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental
401(k) plan with 5% employer matching after 90 days
Full Job Description
The Vice President of Operations will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations activities for assigned departments, ensuring that UWorld continues to grow as the leading education company worldwide. This leadership position will have a direct impact on UWorld fulfilling its mission to improve learning while helping both students and professionals reach their full potential.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
In conjunction with department managers and directors, ensures that assigned departments are fully staffed with top performers
Provides mentoring and identifies professional development needs for direct reports
Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
Oversees the daily workflow of assigned departments
Duties/Responsibilities:
Communicates and implements the strategic direction of assigned departments
Collaborates with COO and other executive leadership to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on assigned departments and projects
Collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out company goals and objectives
Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline processes and resources
Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans, such as those for staffing, development, organization, efficiency, and resource focus, are in line with the company vision
Establishes, communicates, and implements policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution
Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects
Establishes and administers assigned budgets
Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the COO and other executive leadership
Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends that may impact the company
Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is provided
Performs other related duties as assigned
Proficiency in current business and productivity software and applications
Required Skills/Abilities: Education and Experience:
MBA or equivalent required
At least 15 years of industry-related experience, including 5 years in upper management
EdTech/Education Industry experience strongly preferred
This position is based in Dallas, Texas and will require relocation
Benefits
Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive compensation (contingent on experience)
Paid time off (based on sliding scale according to hire date and work hours)
