[Remote] Director of Innovation Operations

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Biblica is a ministry dedicated to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and they are seeking a Director of Innovation Operations to lead the operational execution of their innovation lifecycle. This role involves moving digital products from prototypes to scalable platforms, managing external partnerships, and implementing operational systems to support Biblica's strategic priorities.ResponsibilitiesLead the full innovation lifecycle from prototype activation through production scalingServe as the primary point of accountability for an external execution partner — defining scopes of work, deliverables, acceptance criteria, and managing budgetDirectly configure, improve, and maintain digital products, tools, and workflows — not just oversee themDesign and implement operational systems, dashboards, SOPs, and governance for the innovation pipeline at scaleTranslate Biblica's strategic priorities into executable systems, and build many of those systems personallyManage the Innovation Operations budget and independent contractor relationshipsSkills5+ years in technical operations, IT management, or software managementProven experience directing external partners or agencies to deliver technical outcomesHands-on AI fluency — including LLMs, workflow automation, and agent orchestration toolsDemonstrated ability to own both strategy and execution in a lean, high-autonomy environmentStrong systems thinking — you build the SOPs, you don't just follow themBachelor's degree required; Business, Technology, or related field preferredRapid learner who is unintimidated by constantly evolving tools and platformsValid passport with the ability to travel up to 20% globallyBusiness, Technology, or related field preferredBenefitsFlexible paid time off (FPTO), 11 paid holidays, and 8.5 sick daysMedical, dental, vision, and life insurance403(b) retirement planFully remote positionFAMLI compliance (state-mandated paid family and medical leave)Company OverviewBiblica translates and publishes the Bible in multiple languages. It was founded in 1809, and is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.biblica.com/.