Business Development and Regional Operations Director

Equus Workforce Solutions

. Oversee all center operations across the designated region .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $115,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational management, strategic development, and budget oversight while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and drive staff growth through mentorship and professional training.

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Operational ManagementStrategic DevelopmentBudget OversightWorkforce Services Industry ExperienceSupervisory Experience

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Hard Skills

Budget ManagementRFP ImplementationQuality Assurance FrameworksContract ManagementProject Design and ExecutionCompliance ManagementMetrics MonitoringStaff Training and DevelopmentPolicy Review and ApprovalBusiness Retention Strategies

Soft Skills

MentorshipRelationship BuildingLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Human ServicesMaster’s Degree PreferredRelevant Professional Licensure or Certification

Industry Keywords

Department of LaborJob CorpsCommunity-Based OrganizationsCorporate PoliciesEBITDA GoalsPolitical LeadersResidential ServicesTraining ServicesLocal, State, and Federal LawsContractual Obligations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee all center operations across the designated region
Ensure successful implementation of RFPs, Job Corps frameworks, corporate policies, and quality assurance frameworks
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
Monitor expenses to meet or exceed EBITDA goals
Support and mentor Center Directors
Ensure internal operational metrics and external contractual obligations are achieved
Build and maintain relationships with the Department of Labor, legislators, and political leaders
Cultivate alliances with employers, corporate partners, and Community-Based Organizations
Enhance Job Corps placement metrics and support expansion into proposed center locations
Drive staff growth and continuous professional training
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and corporate care standards
Review and approve location-specific policies to manage liability and protect the business
Design and execute projects for business retention, contract renewals, and new market opportunities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Human Services required
Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience managing at least 5 direct reports
Proven ability to effectively manage complex systems, processes, and people
Proven experience or demonstrated ability for strategic development and operational management at an executive level
Strong preference for professionals from the Workforce Services industry
Corporate-level experience and background overseeing multiple sites with residential and training services highly valued
Must maintain relevant professional licensure, registration, or certification in the state of practice, if applicable
Ability and willingness to travel both locally and out of state as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Extensive learning opportunities
Networking programs
Equal Opportunity Employer