Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

All employees are eligible for medical coverage on their first day! In addition, upon hire all employees are eligible for a 403(b) and Roth 403 (b) Retirement Saving Plan with matching contributions of up to 6% after one year of service. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected. Additional benefits available to FT and PT employees include tuition reimbursement, home & auto, hospitalization, critical illness, pet insurance and much more! Coverage is available to employees and their qualified dependents in accordance with the plans. Benefits may vary based on state law.

The Executive Director, Partnerships and Affiliations is responsible for identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic affiliations, academic partnerships, and clinical collaborations that align with the mission, values, and long-term vision of the health system. This executive will work across departments and service lines to cultivate relationships with hospitals, universities, research institutions, and other strategic partners to expand services, improve patient access, and promote innovation in care delivery.

• Lead strategic partnership planning and execution in alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain external relationships with health systems, academic institutions, and payers.
• Oversee affiliation agreements, including drafting, negotiation, and compliance monitoring.
• Coordinate with clinical, operational, and legal teams on partnership design and implementation.
• Provide executive-level reports and presentations to leadership and governing bodies.
• Identify opportunities for joint ventures, co-branded initiatives, and clinical affiliations.
• Ensure partnerships promote brand integrity, care quality, and access to under-served populations.

This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Required:

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare strategy or development. Experience in partnership development and contract negotiation
• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Public Health, or related field

Preferred:

• 3+ years of experience working with academic medical centers or health systems
  
• Doctoral Degree (JD, PhD, EdD, or related)