IT Director -Chief of Staff, AI2 Compute

$120,100 - $251,600/Yr

Oracle - Boston, MA

Full-time - Director

Boston, MA

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Director of Business Operations at OCI will serve as the Chief of Staff to the VP of AI2 Infrastructure Compute & Software, responsible for implementing strategic priorities, managing key initiatives, and overseeing a team of Technical Project Managers (TPMs). This role is crucial in ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery while fostering strong relationships within a rapidly growing and complex environment. The ideal candidate will be an inclusive leader with excellent communication skills, capable of driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the VP to develop and drive strategic initiatives that align with the organization's goals.
• Establish and maintain the rhythm of the business, including executive team meetings and staff meetings.
• Safeguard the health and effectiveness of the organization, addressing culture and communication issues.
• Lead and mentor a team of TPMs to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Facilitate collaboration across various departments to drive efficiencies and improve results.
• Develop a robust organization performance monitoring framework and provide regular reports to the VP.
• Lead special projects and strategic initiatives from conception to successful completion.

Requirements

• BS in Business Administration or related field; MS preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in strategy, operations, and project management.
• Strong leadership skills to drive change and influence decision-making practices.
• Exceptional strategic thinking capabilities with a proven track record of translating strategy into actionable plans.
• Experience in building and leading high-performing teams with a focus on mentorship and development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Adaptable and flexible, managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and exceptional time management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and data analysis tools is advantageous.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in AI or cloud computing industries.
• Familiarity with data visualization techniques.
• Knowledge of employee engagement surveys and performance metrics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion.
• Short term and long term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and AD&D.
• Supplemental life insurance for employee, spouse, and child.
• Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits.
• 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match.
• Flexible vacation and paid time off policies.
• 11 paid holidays and paid sick leave.
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Financial planning and group legal services.
• Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner, and pet insurance.