Director of Corporate and Governance Affairs

Omni Family Health

Bakersfield, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Board Meeting, C-Level Management, Communication Skills, Corporate Planning, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Federal Laws and Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Information Technology & Information Systems, Leadership, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Meal Plans, Medical Record System, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Support, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, The Joint Commission (TJC), Time Management, Travel Planning, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Bakersfield, CA
POSTED
5 days ago

Title: Director of Corporate and Governance Affairs

Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Of Staff (COS), the Director of Corporate and Governance Affairs (DCGA) of Omni Family Health (Omni) provides leadership and administrative support to a growing network of state-of-the-art health centers serving California's Central Valley. As a member of the Administration Department, the DCGA provides leadership and oversight to the Executive Office, corporate administration, and governance staff, ensuring effective execution of related functions and administrative operations in support of organizational objectives. This role serves as a key liaison to the Board of Directors, regulatory agencies, and community partners, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant communications, and supporting governance processes, documentation, and regulatory requirements.

Job Duties:

  • As part of the Executive Office, ensures the appropriate management of the CEO's calendar so that all priorities are met and proactively planned; Oversees travel and other logistical arrangements as directed and appropriate.
  • Leads projects; Provides project leadership; Prioritizes simultaneous or conflicting needs; Handles matters expeditiously, proactively and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
  • Provides a bridge for smooth and productive communication between the Executive Office and internal departments, demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with executive management and staff.
  • Conserves Executive Office time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence and answering inquiries appropriately; Ensures the Executive Office remains well informed.
  • Responsible for drafting internal memorandums and correspondence on behalf of the Executive Office as directed.
  • Creates and maintains Executive Office reports and presentations as directed.
  • Selects and evaluates staff in conjunction with department Directors, Chiefs, or his/her appointees; Develops professional growth opportunities.
  • Directs the efforts of corporate and governance personnel, ensuring effective project management aligned with the goals of the Executive Office and Strategic Plan.
  • Remains abreast of best practice corporate and governance initiatives; Ensures organizational compliance with applicable rules and regulations set forth in bylaws regarding board matters.
  • Provides oversight and direction to corporate, board, and committee calendars and agendas, including the organization, planning, and execution of board and committee meetings, retreats, and other corporate or governance related meetings or events.
  • Attends administrative, board, and committee meetings; Oversees development of minutes, actions, and timely completion of tasks.
  • Oversees planning of corporate or board trips; Directs necessary travel arrangements, lodging, meal planning, and other logistics as needed.
  • Maintains discretion and confidentiality in relationships with all board members.
  • Tracks vacation schedules of corporate employees for the purpose of use by the Executive Office.
  • Ensures all corporate and Executive Office mail and correspondence is routed as necessary.
  • Oversees all administrative and executive ordering of supplies and keeps up inventory of supplies.
  • Ensures the department provides cohesive support to the mission, vision, and core values while delivering superior customer service.
  • Works closely with all corporate branches, divisions, and/or departments in accordance with Omni's policies and procedures.
  • Other duties and/or responsibilities as the DCGA may be assigned from time to time.
  • Some travel may be required.

Additional Duties:

  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance: Responsible for maintaining abreast of and in compliance with all HIPAA regulations and requirements.
  • Compliance: Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement (QA/QI): Participates as required in QA/QI activities and contribute towards the overall quality improvement initiatives of the organization.
  • Information Technology (IT): May be required to learn and use the electronic health record and its components as required by the job functions and highlighted in the policies and procedures. These components include NextGen, Practice Management System (PMS), Quality Systems In. (QSI), and other electronic features as they are developed and implemented, as applicable to work environment.
  • Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH): All employees will participate in PCMH at Omni Family Health.
  • Audits: Contributes to required Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), Operational Site Visit (OSV), The Joint Commission (JC), and other audit events.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
  • Eight (8) years of administrative experience supporting C-level executives, with five (5) years in a management position.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Proven experience in project management preferred.

Skills/Competencies:

  • Demonstrates sound judgment and proactive problem‑solving, with the ability to assess complex situations, anticipate risks, and make well‑informed decisions aligned with organizational goals.
  • Handles sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of professionalism, exercising sound judgment, discretion, and ethical integrity at all times.
  • Communicates effectively at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership and external stakeholders, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically.
  • Manages multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with a high degree of accuracy and responsiveness. Demonstrates strong organizational skills, accountability, and the ability to operate effectively both independently and collaboratively.
  • Acts as a forward‑thinking leader who identifies opportunities for improvement, drives initiatives, and supports organizational success through innovation, training, and process enhancement.

Service Commitments:

  • Must be alert and respect confidentiality of information of all types "general personnel, and/or patient related information."
  • Promotes and believes in Omni's mission statement.
  • Ability to relate to the public regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, disability, or economic status.

Responsible To: Chief Of Staff

Classification: Exempt

About the Company

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Omni Family Health

Discover Omni Family Health

Omni Family Health is a growing network of state-of-the-art health centers located throughout Kern, Kings, Tulare, and Fresno counties. Since 1978, Omni has provided high-quality primary and preventative healthcare to individuals and families in our community, including comprehensive medical, dental, and behavioral health services.

As a mission-driven organization, Omni’s team of committed providers and staff promote regular and continuous care regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. Each year, nearly 135,000 patients are cared for by Omni’s exceptional team of board-certified providers, who specialize in a broad range of primary and specialty care services.

Omni Family Health is the proud recipient of two national awards honoring the outstanding achievements and contributions of the organization in the community. Omni’s best-practice healthcare delivery system is demonstrated by the Joint Commission and Patient-Centered Health Home accreditation.

Core Values

Helpful – We pride ourselves on being helpful to our patients, listening to their needs and doing everything we can to aid their concerns. 

Excellence –  We demand more from ourselves than our patients do from us. 

Accessibility –  We provide access to quality health care for everyone who seeks it. 

Leadership- We lead our patients, families, and community in being passionate about their health. 

Teamwork –  We work together to meet common goals by encouraging and supporting one another. 

Honesty–  We are committed to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating honesty and fairness in every action.  

COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Parking, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Events, Life Insurance
FOUNDED
1978
WEBSITE
http://OmniFamilyHealth.org