Fast Facts

Join Elevo as the Vice President of Continuous Improvement, where you'll lead transformative operational excellence initiatives. This leadership role is focused on enhancing quality and efficiency across the organization.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include designing standardized operating procedures, leading process optimization efforts, mentoring teams in continuous improvement, and analyzing performance metrics to drive accountability and excellence.

Skills: Required skills include expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, Agile methodologies, strong analytical abilities, and effective cross-functional leadership with a systems-thinking approach.

Qualifications: Candidates should have 10+ years of operations leadership experience, a proven track record in continuous improvement initiatives, and excellent communication skills.

Location: This is a hybrid position located in California, CA.

Compensation: $170000 - $200000 / Annually

Vice President of Continuous Improvement

Job Type: Full-Time, Hybrid

Location: Must be located in California

Pay: $170,000 - $200,000 based on experience level + annual bonus potential

Benefits:

• Health
• Dental & Vision
• No Cost, Short-Term Disability & Basic Life Insurance
• 401k Plan (Employer Match)
• Generous PTO

ABOUT US 

Elevo’s mission is to transform the well-being of students so they look forward to coming to school. Our WASC-accredited curriculum engages students and fosters social-emotional learning through fun, physically active games, sports, and enrichment activities focused on arts, humanities, and STEM. The services we provide include the Expanded Learning Opportunities Program, Before & After School Programs, Summer & Intersession Programs, and so much more. Our programs offer opportunities to learn, move, and thrive together beyond classroom walls while developing essential life skills. We continue to build our capacity as we expand our programs to more districts.

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a Vice President of Operational Excellence to lead the next chapter in continuous quality improvement. This role is responsible for driving enterprise-wide improvements in quality, efficiency, and scalability. This leadership role will establish and implement operational strategies, ensure process optimization, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The VP will partner closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation, reduce operational risks, and enhance overall business performance. They will build systems that don’t just sit on paper—they’re absorbed into daily behavior. They’ll connect teams, reduce friction, and empower others to lead change. 

Responsibilities

Process Design, Development & Execution:

• Establish, standardize, and scale comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures to drive consistency, efficiency, and repeatability across the organization.
• Lead comprehensive process mapping, value stream analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to identify inefficiencies, uncover bottlenecks, and align stakeholders around shared goals.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or Kaizen to solve root problems.
• Design and deliver scalable tools, templates, and process documentation to ensure ease of adoption, minimize variation, and support change management efforts.
• Embed a culture of operational excellence and process discipline into team rhythms through structured planning, data-informed decision making, and accountability practices

Cross-Functional Leadership & Strategy:

• Mentor operational leaders and teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
• Collaborate with leaders to optimize workflows and implement best practices.
• Ensure SOPs are maintained across functions.
• Act as a change agent to drive operational excellence.
• Mentor teams to build optimization capabilities.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks with the COO.
• Promote accountability and transparency in processes.
• Analyze cost structures and identify opportunities to reduce expenses while maintaining quality standards.

Measurement, Learning & Scaling:

• Monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) related to operational efficiency, cost control, and customer satisfaction, providing actionable insights to leadership teams.
• Provide visibility through dashboards and reports.
• Offer actionable insights through data analysis.
• Lead retrospectives to foster a learning culture.
• Establish resilient, transferable systems.

Skills, Knowledge, & Traits:

• Systems thinker with process design expertise and a bias for action.
• Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or similar frameworks.
• Experience in regulated or complex industries.
• PMP or Agile/Scrum certification preferred.
• Strong in managing enterprise-level change.
• Excellent cross-functional leadership and influencing skills.
• Data-driven decision-maker with a proven track record.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of operations leadership, including leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience managing large-scale, cross-functional projects.
• Familiarity with operational technologies and automation.
• Ability to travel within CA.

This position's target annual base pay range is $170,000 - $200,000 (+ annual bonus potential). Final pay determinations may depend on various factors, including but not limited to, experience level, education, geographical location, knowledge, and skills. Elevo also offers a full range of health insurance benefits, 401(k) company match, and paid time off benefits. Elevo is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Elevo is an e-verify employer. Read Elevo's Privacy Policy HERE.