Executive Director Strategy and Business Development

Providence; Everett (WA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence in Everett, WA seeks an Executive Director, Strategy and Business Development to lead strategic planning, capital planning, and growth initiatives across the North Puget Sound service area. Based in Everett, you will guide business plans and partnerships with healthcare leaders to advance patient care.

The role blends strategic vision with execution, requiring deep healthcare experience, stakeholder collaboration, and a track record in capital planning and cross‑functional leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field; MBA/MPH/MHA preferred.
• 7 years in strategy, business development, or complex programs in healthcare.
• 5 years Washington State healthcare landscape experience with executives (preferred).
• Strong leadership, strategic agility, and collaboration skills.
• Customer-centric, quality-focused, and change-adaptive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead strategy and vision for NPS and growth initiatives.
• Oversee strategic capital requests and governance presentations.
• Develop service line growth and outreach programs to improve NOI.
• Conduct service area portfolio reviews and growth recommendations.
• Establish annual budgets and multi-year growth goals with stakeholders.
• Engage in Division/System projects, sharing best practices.
• Coordinate service line partnerships and contract development.
• Advise medical/operational leaders on growth initiatives.
• Champion consistent service line plans and implementation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Healthcare strategy

Business development

Capital planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/related field

MBA or MPH/MHA preferred

Job description

Calling all Esteemed Leaders! Are you a visionary leader with a knack for strategic planning in healthcare? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and have a passion for improving patient care through innovative strategies? If so, we invite you to explore this unique opportunity!

This position will work onsite in Everett, WA.

The Role

As the Executive Director, Strategy and Business Development for the North Puget Sound (NPS) service area, you will be based in Everett, WA to lead the charge in strategic planning, including capital planning, strategic growth, and collaborative ventures with other healthcare providers and partners. You'll craft business plans and strategic planning materials to guide critical business decisions and program implementations. Your leadership will be pivotal in steering strategic capital projects and aligning annual goals with Providence's overarching strategic directions.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Visionary: Spearhead strategy and vision for NPS using data‑driven insights to craft business plans and evaluate program potential. Lead growth strategies like physician ventures and joint ventures, ensuring seamless integration with executives.
• Capital Planning Leader: Manage strategic capital requests, overseeing the identification, planning, and presentation of proposals to Service Area, Division, and System governance bodies.
• Service Line Champion: Develop effective service line growth and outreach programs to optimize evolution and achieve NOI performance goals. Participate in committees to coordinate market and program development across Service Area.
• Portfolio Strategist: Conduct service area portfolio reviews and provide strategic recommendations for annual growth aspirations and market performance.
• Budget and Growth Architect: Collaborate with Service Area stakeholders to establish annual budget and multiyear strategic growth goals.
• Committee Contributor: Engage in Division and System projects and committees, ensuring best practices are shared and implemented at the Service Area level.
• Merger and Partnership Facilitator: Coordinate service line level partnerships and affiliations, overseeing contract development and operational setup.
• Business Development Consultant: Provide strategic guidance to medical and operational leaders on growth initiatives, ensuring project timeline goals are met.
• Best Practices Advocate: Ensure service line plans are developed and executed consistently, sharing and implementing best practices across all lines.

What You’ll Bring

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; Master’s Degree preferred (MBA or MHA/MPH).
• Experience: 7 years in strategy, business development, or complex business project management, preferably in the healthcare industry.
• Washington State Expertise: 5 years of experience in the Washington State healthcare landscape and direct collaboration with healthcare executives (Preferred).
• Leadership Agility: Proven administrative or leadership experience, with strategic agility in managing complex organizational priorities.
• Customer‑Centric Approach: Anticipates customer needs, ensuring satisfaction with proactive support.
• Quality‑Oriented: Performs efficiently, anticipates problems, and strives for excellence.
• Collaborative Spirit: Demonstrates management skills, builds strong relationships, and adapts to change.
• Communication Mastery: Communicates effectively with emotional intelligence, building trust with all stakeholders.
• Personal Characteristics: A charismatic, detail‑oriented leader with a strategic and project management mindset, embodying servant leadership and driven by mission.

Why Join Us

• Make a Real Difference: Be part of an organization transforming healthcare and improving countless lives.
• Unleash Your Potential: Enjoy autonomy and support for your innovative ideas.
• Work with the Best: Collaborate with dedicated professionals passionate about their work.
• Thrive in a Dynamic Environment: Embrace challenges in a fast‑paced industry.
• Live in a Vibrant City: Experience the natural beauty and cultural scene of Everett.

Ready to Shape the Future of Healthcare? If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for healthcare innovation, we invite you to apply and join our team in creating a healthier future for all.

At Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the impact of in‑person collaboration towards team cohesion and caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this role will be required to work a hybrid schedule, which consists of three days onsite, two days remote and live within a reasonable commuting distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.