Director Strategy and Growth

Company: CommonSpirit Health
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: March 27, 2026

Job Description:

As the Director Strategy and Growth for Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA, and Sequoia Hospital in Redwood City, CA, you will drive profitable growth and expansion of services for these hospitals by facilitating the planning, design, implementation and maintenance of strategy and growth functions including: strategic planning, program, service line and service development; capital planning and acquisition, and physician alignment strategy and development planning. You will provide objective research and analysis that enables leadership teams to make informed decisions and achieve strategic growth. This position is expected to have an on-site Monday-Friday schedule, with travel between the two hospitals, and could be primarily based at either facility. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and desire to work for a health system delivering care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us. Benefits and offerings for this position include (plus much more!): • Relocation assistance. • Annual performance-based bonus program. • Annual employer contribution to retirement program (no employee contribution needed). • Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction. • Paid time off. Job Requirements Required Education and Experience: • Bachelors degree in related field required, and/or additional job related experience may be substituted in lieu of the degree. • Minimum of 7 years of experience in healthcare strategy, business development or related field required and 3-5 years of management experience required. Required Special Skills and Training: • Strong understanding of healthcare trends, regulations, and best practices; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations. • Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities. Understanding of the importance of "big picture" thinking and planning and ability to apply organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to various audiences. Excellent presentation skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and leaders. • Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. • Excellent interpersonal skills and collaborative work style. • Ability to work in a large geographically diverse system. • Strategic Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term), tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan. • Ability to utilize the processes, tools and techniques for gathering, analyzing, and communicating information about the competitive environment. • Knowledge of business development tools, techniques and approaches. Ability to explore and develop potential areas of business growth for the organization.

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