Operational Excellence Leader — Lean Six Sigma & AI

University of California Office of the President; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California Office of the President in Oakland is seeking an Organizational Consultant 4 to lead large-scale process improvements and strategic initiatives across multiple campuses. The role requires expertise in Lean Six Sigma, project management, and change management, with responsibility for coaching teams and delivering training.

You will work on-site three days per week (anchor days) and collaborate with senior leaders to drive efficiency, organizational development, and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of process improvement, project management and change management principles.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent facilitation, coaching and client-relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver Process Improvement training programs for UCOP staff (White/Yellow/Green/Black Belt).
• Lead cross-functional teams to solve complex organizational issues using Lean Six Sigma, Agile and Change Management.
• Organize and facilitate the OE Community of Practice meetings and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Identify high-impact improvement opportunities and communicate progress to leadership.

Skills

Process improvement

Project management

Change management

Facilitation

Training skills

Consulting

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Project Management Certification

Job description

University of California Office of the President in Oakland is seeking an Organizational Consultant 4 to lead large-scale process improvements and strategic initiatives across multiple campuses. The role requires expertise in Lean Six Sigma, project management, and change management, with responsibility for coaching teams and delivering training.

You will work on-site three days per week (anchor days) and collaborate with senior leaders to drive efficiency, organizational development, and