Director of Business Architecture

Company Description

Sigma Zeta Eta at-Large (ZEAL) Chapter is a collaborative chapter supported by the schools of nursing at California State University–Sacramento and the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC Davis. As part of Sigma, an international community of nursing professionals, the chapter focuses on advancing knowledge, teaching, learning, and service in nursing and healthcare. ZEAL fosters communities of practice that connect students, educators, and practitioners to share evidence-based insights. The chapter’s activities emphasize education and research, supporting members in professional growth and leadership development. Joining ZEAL provides opportunities to contribute to innovative initiatives that strengthen nursing practice and health systems. Role Description The Director of Business Architecture is a full-time remote role responsible for shaping and overseeing the chapter’s business and operational architecture to support its mission and strategic goals. This role designs and maintains enterprise-wide frameworks, processes, and data structures that align programs, technology, and resources with organizational priorities. Day-to-day responsibilities include defining business capabilities, mapping current and future-state architectures, and collaborating with chapter leaders to ensure initiatives are coherent, scalable, and measurable. The Director partners with cross-functional teams to plan and manage projects, optimize workflows, and develop models that inform decision-making and resource allocation. The position also includes mentoring team members, establishing standards and best practices, and monitoring performance metrics to continuously improve chapter operations.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Architecture and Enterprise Architecture skills to design and align business structures, processes, and systems with strategic goals. Candidates should possess Data Modeling skills to develop and maintain models that support reporting, planning, and evidence-based decision-making. Candidates should possess Team Leadership and Project Management skills to guide cross-functional initiatives, coordinate stakeholders, and deliver outcomes on time and within scope. Candidates should possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities, with the capacity to translate complex concepts into clear recommendations. Candidates should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience collaborating in remote environments and engaging diverse stakeholders. Relevant experience in healthcare, nursing education, non-profit, or academic settings is beneficial, as is familiarity with organizational governance and change management. A bachelor’s degree in business, information systems, healthcare administration, or a related field is preferred; advanced degrees or professional certifications in architecture or project management are advantageous.