Director, Operations

Director Of Operations

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility : Black Hills Surg Hosp

Location : Rapid City, SD

Address : 216 Anamaria Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA

Shift : 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule : Full time

Weekly Hours : 40.00

This Director role supports a healthcare organization serving the Rapid City region. The position centers on strengthening operations, guiding teams through change, and supporting a culture of accountability and patient-focused care. Ideal for a steady, collaborative leader who values practical improvement and meaningful impact in a community-based healthcare setting.

Job Summary

The Director of Operations is responsible for providing overall guidance, administrative leadership, direction, development, coordination, integration, planning and control of operations of designated Sanford facilities. Accountable for the creation and development of an environment that encourages the application of Sanford Health mission and values to maximize long-range plans and strategies. Provides administrative leadership, support, and expertise across designated focus areas, potentially including marketing, documentation review of contracts, clinical operations, education, and research. Develops and monitors appropriate indicators for quality and continuous improvement. Manages the operations of the departments including human resources, budget and finance, short and long-range planning, legal and regulatory compliance. Effectively interview, hire, counsel, and discipline employees. Develops and administers operational procedures, safety and communication program. Lead key initiatives to help realize the strategic goals set by administrative leaders. May also participate in and responsible for community events, revenue generation, expense control, and general public engagement functions / events. Lead operational efforts to promote services as part of a broader programs as well as demographic groups.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Nursing or related field required. Master's degree preferred. Minimum five years of experience in a health care or business related field required.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work / life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

Req Number : R-0242220

Job Function : General Administration