VCS Region Director- Sacramento CA

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs in Sacramento seeks a VCS Region Director to lead operations across VA medical centers and clinics. You will oversee mission delivery, financial planning, performance, and initiatives to improve efficiency and service while aligning with VHA goals.

You will set short- and long-term strategies, provide supervisory and technical guidance, and promote consistent performance across the region through multi-unit leadership and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Retail Management, Food Service Management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience in food service or retail management.
• Multi-Unit Leadership: 5+ years of multi-unit management in food service, hardline or soft line retail with national chains.
• Operational Knowledge: Familiarity with policies, procedures, and programs in a structured retail/restaurant org.
• Financial Analysis: Ability to analyze operating budgets and financial statements, identify trends, and implement solutions.
• Program & Initiative Management: Experience planning and executing programs across multiple locations.
• Leadership & Team Management: Leadership across multiple or remote locations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations across VA medical centers and outpatient clinics within the region.
• Oversee mission delivery, financial planning and performance, and efficiency initiatives.
• Set short- and long-term strategies aligned with VHA goals and VCS priorities.
• Provide supervisory and technical guidance to promote consistent performance across the region.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operations management

Team management

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree (business administration / Retail Management / Food Service Management)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The VCS Region Director leads operations across a designated region of VA medical centers and outpatient clinics. The director oversees mission delivery, financial planning and performance, and initiatives to improve efficiency and service. The role also sets short- and long-term strategies aligned with VHA goals and VCS priorities and provides supervisory and technical guidance to promote consistent performance across the region.

• Education & Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Retail Management, Food Service Management, or an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience in food service or retail management.
• Multi-Unit Leadership Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of multi-unit management experience in food service, hardline or soft line retail, such as experience with big box or national chain retailers.
• Operational Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of operational policies, procedures, and programs within a structured retail or restaurant organization.
• Financial Analysis: Proven ability to analyze operating budgets and financial statements, identify trends, and implement effective solutions.
• Program & Initiative Management: Experience planning, developing, and executing retail, food service, or vending programs and initiatives across multiple locations.
• Leadership & Team Management: Effective leadership skills, including experience managing teams across multiple or remote locations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint with a minimum of two (2) years of regular professional use.
• Food Safety & Compliance: ServSafe certification required (or must be obtained within 90 days of hire).