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Treasury Department

Office Manager

San Jose, CA · On-site

Develops ad hoc and routine statistical analyses and management status reports, along with recommendations, for the Area Manager and Associate Chief Counsel (FM), for procedural and other changes ...

Treasury Department

Office Manager

Sacramento, CA · On-site

Develops ad hoc and routine statistical analyses and management status reports, along with recommendations, for the Area Manager and Associate Chief Counsel (FM), for procedural and other changes ...

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What is an associate chief?

Associate Chiefs are senior leaders in an organization who assist the Chief Executive or Chief Officer in overseeing specific departments, programs, or functions. They often act as second-in-command and help implement strategies, manage teams, and ensure smooth operations. The role may vary by industry, but typically involves significant responsibility for leadership, decision-making, and communication between upper management and staff. Associate Chiefs may also step in for the Chief during absences or represent the organization in meetings and events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate chief, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Associate Chief, you need strong leadership abilities, strategic planning skills, and relevant experience in your field, often supported by an advanced degree or professional certification. Familiarity with management software, data analytics tools, and industry-specific systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills help you excel in overseeing teams and driving organizational goals. These competencies are crucial for ensuring effective operations, fostering collaboration, and achieving strategic success within the organization.

How does an associate chief typically balance strategic leadership with day-to-day operational responsibilities?

An Associate Chief often acts as a bridge between executive leadership and department teams, overseeing both long-term initiatives and daily operations. This role requires effective prioritization, as Associate Chiefs must ensure that immediate issues are addressed without losing sight of strategic goals. They frequently collaborate with managers, staff, and external partners to implement policies, resolve challenges, and drive department performance. Successful candidates are adaptable, able to shift between high-level planning and hands-on problem-solving, and skilled at communicating across various levels of the organization.

What is the difference between Associate Chief vs Department Head?

AspectAssociate ChiefDepartment Head
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees and relevant certificationsSimilar credentials, often with additional leadership experience
Work EnvironmentSupports senior leadership, involved in strategic planningManages daily operations of a department
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in healthcare, education, government sectorsWidely used across various industries including healthcare and education

The Associate Chief and Department Head roles both require relevant credentials and involve leadership within organizations. The Associate Chief usually supports senior executives and focuses on strategic initiatives, while the Department Head manages daily departmental operations. Both positions are integral to organizational structure but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

What are the most commonly searched types of Chief jobs in California? The most popular types of Chief jobs in California are:
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Chief Medical Officer job in Geyserville CA

PX3 Medical

Geyserville, CA

$290K - $350K/yr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Chief Medical Officer

About the Opportunity

A well-established Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Northern California has retained PX3 Medical to confidentially recruit its next Chief Medical Officer.

This is a senior clinical executive role partnering directly with the C-suite and leadership team to lead the medical staff through a multi-year period of growth, integration, and transformation.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide hands-on, visible, and consistent leadership to a team of MDs, DOs, NPs, and PAs
  • Partner with the CEO as a true clinical co-pilot
  • Drive provider accountability, peer review, and adherence to clinical protocols and best practices
  • Lead and mentor experienced providers and developing clinicians alike
  • Oversee provider productivity, recruitment, and retention in partnership with executive leadership
  • Co-design incentive and retention structures with the CEO and Board
  • Support behavioral health integration and broader service-line expansion
  • Maintain ~1–2 days of direct clinical care per week

Required Qualifications

  • MD or DO, board-certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics
  • Active or eligible California medical license
  • Minimum 3 years of physician leadership experience (Medical Director, Associate CMO, CMO, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated success leading provider groups, driving clinical accountability, and building cohesive teams
  • Strong consensus-building leadership style; high emotional intelligence; high integrity
  • Willingness to be on-site a minimum of 4 days per week

Preferred

  • Prior FQHC or community health center experience
  • Spanish language ability (interpreters available on-site)
  • Experience leading clinical teams through a facility expansion or integration of new service lines
  • Comfort with EHR-driven workflows and AI-supported clinical documentation tools

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: $290,000 – $350,000+, commensurate with experience
  • Incentives: Production and quality-based plan to be co-designed with the incoming CMO
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation: Both fully supported to meet market norms
  • PTO: 30 days year one, 35 days from year two; 11 paid holidays; floating birthday/anniversary holiday
  • CME: 40 hours per year plus $3,000 annual reimbursement (rolls over up to $6,000)
  • Medical: Employer pays 99% of monthly premium up to $1,150; balance applies to dependents
  • Dental, vision, life (up to $175K), long-term disability, EAP: 100% employer paid
  • Retirement: 401(k) with 5% employer match, fully vested at 1,000 hours
  • Schedule: Full-time, M–F, with flexibility (4x10s and other combinations considered)

Why This Role

  • True executive ownership over clinical strategy and provider leadership
  • A CEO who wants a partner, not a subordinate
  • A stable, mission-driven organization with deep community ties
  • Northern California lifestyle

 

Northern California offers a quality of life that's hard to match: temperate year-round climate, easy access to both the Pacific coast and the Sierra Nevada, and a community pace that prioritizes balance over burnout. Outdoor recreation is at the doorstep: hiking, cycling, wine country, redwoods, rivers, and ocean within easy reach.

Major metro amenities (San Francisco, Sacramento) are a short drive when you want them, and a comfortable distance when you don't. Strong public schools, a robust food and arts scene, and tight-knit communities make this a place professionals put down roots.  Not just a stop along the way.

(All inquiries are handled confidentially. Client name, exact location, and full position details are released only after an initial recruiter conversation.

PX3 Medical is a physician and healthcare executive search firm. Equal opportunity employer.)

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