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Director, Executive Projects

University of Utah Health · Salt Lake City, Utah, US

Overview The Director, Executive Projects within the System Associate Chief Operating Officer (COO) Office serves as a senior-level strategic and operational...

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Overview The Director, Executive Projects within the System Associate Chief Operating Officer (COO) Office serves as a senior-level strategic and operational leader, providing enterprise-wide support to the System Associate COO and designated executive leadership. This role functions as a highly trusted partner responsible for advancing priority initiatives, shaping executive decision-making, and driving complex, cross-functional projects that impact system performance and operations. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, the Director leads the development of executive-level insights, strategic analyses, and operational frameworks that inform critical decisions across the organization. This role serves as a central integrator—translating complex data, external benchmarking, and system priorities into clear, actionable recommendations and executive communications. The Director is accountable for leading high-impact initiatives, conducting advanced research and environmental scanning, developing executive-ready presentations and dashboards, and supporting policy and operational assessments. While this role does not have direct reports, it exercises significant influence across ca...