Operations Director (Remote Opportunity)

First American • Santa Ana, CA

2d • Remote

About The Position

Provides strategic oversight for a major area of operations, setting direction, policies, and performance standards. Balance day-to-day performance with transformation, managing a large team through subordinate leaders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree of equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years progressive management experience
• Experience with having a minimum of 2-4 mid to high-level exempt direct reports
• Demonstrated competency in executing strategic plans
• Ability to learn the needs of a wide range of employees while driving team performance, monitoring results and appropriately allocating resources
• Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of particular field of specialization to the completion of complex projects
• Experience and knowledge of functional tools and infrastructure
• Understanding of metrics/dashboards that drive an environment and culture of continuous improvement
• Progressive experience in leading employees in multiple locations, and significant experience developing and implementing solutions
• Possesses problem solving, collaboration, critical thinking, team building and presentation skills
• Results oriented and solution thinking with time management and project management skills
• Displays leadership skills, leading by example, driving employee commitment through actions, and empowering employees to reach their full potential

Responsibilities

• Implements goals, objectives, and work standards for the department.
• Applies policies and procedures that comply with regulatory and statutory guidelines, rules, and standards.
• Plans, organizes, administers, reviews, and evaluates the activities of professional, technical, and office support staff.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing, recommending, and implementing improved policies and procedures.
• Directs the selection of staff and provides for their training and professional development to maintain effective morale, productivity, and discipline.

Benefits

• First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

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