Vice President of Operations, Degree Programs

The Company is seeking a VP, Operations (Degree Programs) to lead the strategy and operations for its degree programs, including nursing, imaging, and respiratory programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for owning the operating model that ensures the scalability of these programs while maintaining high standards of quality, student satisfaction, and compliance. This role demands a leader with a strong background in operations or program leadership, particularly in regulated, licensure-track education programs. The VP will be tasked with setting the strategic direction, managing the budget, and designing the organizational structure to support the growth of the degree programs. Executive communication skills, a data-driven approach, and the ability to drive workflows across multiple domains are essential. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading multi-layered organizations, experience with state boards and accreditors, and a genuine curiosity about AI. Candidates for the VP, Operations (Degree Programs) role at the company should have at least 12 years of experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position. A background in a high-growth startup or venture-backed healthcare or EdTech company is a plus, as is a clinical background or an advanced degree. The role requires a mission-driven individual who can thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and is adept at building and leading teams. The VP will work closely with various departments, including learning, product, legal, growth, and workforce solutions, to ensure the success of the degree programs and meet the needs of healthcare employer partners. The company values a culture of care, quick learning, collaboration, and ownership, and the ideal candidate will embody these values.