COO Jobs in California
COO jobs in California represent one of the most active executive markets in the country, concentrated in technology, healthcare, biotech, and venture-backed consumer brands, with openings ranging from early-career operational leaders to senior executives overseeing thousands of employees. The heaviest hiring is in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and Qualcomm maintain deep operational leadership teams. The most in-demand specialties are scaling operations for high-growth startups, healthcare system administration, and supply chain optimization. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient. As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.
Why work for us?
- Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
- Health coverage for you and your family
- Generous number of vacation days per year
- A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
- Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
- 403(B) plan with company matching
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We're looking for someone to join our team as a Quality Care Coordinator who:
The Quality Care Coordinator (QCC) is optimally positioned to drive desired care outcomes by conducting patient outreach and education to improve preventative screening rates and the management of chronic conditions. With consideration to Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), the Quality Care Coordinator will display compassion by connecting patients with local resources available to support their holistic health. The Quality Care Coordinator will exercise evidence-based care coordination techniques to meet the patient’s health-related needs and preferences while ensuring operational efficiency is maintained. The Quality Care Coordinator is uniquely positioned to influence the shift toward value-based performance and plays a pivotal role in connecting patients to services at Clinica Sierra Vista.
Essential Functions:
- Patient outreach
- Coordination of outpatient services
- Coordination of PCP services
- Liaise between community and health/social services
- Support Quality Improvement initiatives
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You'll be successful with the following qualifications:
Education/Experience
- One of the following. Existing employees in this role prior to June 2025 will be grandfathered in.
- Medical Assistant certification or program completion WITH a high school diploma or GED and 3-4 years of healthcare experience in a primary care setting
- Bachelor’s degree. Exposure to healthcare preferred.
- Knowledge of or experience with HEDIS and UDS preferred
- Basic Life Support from American Heart Association preferred
Skills
- Spanish speaking highly preferred.
- Must be able to work independently, multitask, and handle a high volume of work.
- Possess knowledge of modern office equipment, systems and procedures. Computer proficiency: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, PDF, etc.
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented
- Ability to apply common sense understanding when carrying out detailed written or oral instructions.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers.
- Must possess a team-player mindset and demonstrate a pleasant, professional attitude toward patients, providers, and co-workers.
Other
- Compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and CSV policies (including employee health immunization requirements) as a condition of continued employment.
Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.
Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
INTRODUCTION
Clinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation! We’re honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don’t inquire about immigration status because we simply don’t need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient. As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.
Why work for us?
- Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
- Health coverage for you and your family
- Generous number of vacation days per year
- A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
- Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
- 403(B) plan with company matching
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We're looking for someone to join our team as a Quality Care Coordinator who:
The Quality Care Coordinator (QCC) is optimally positioned to drive desired care outcomes by conducting patient outreach and education to improve preventative screening rates and the management of chronic conditions. With consideration to Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), the Quality Care Coordinator will display compassion by connecting patients with local resources available to support their holistic health. The Quality Care Coordinator will exercise evidence-based care coordination techniques to meet the patient’s health-related needs and preferences while ensuring operational efficiency is maintained. The Quality Care Coordinator is uniquely positioned to influence the shift toward value-based performance and plays a pivotal role in connecting patients to services at Clinica Sierra Vista.
Essential Functions:
- Patient outreach
- Coordination of outpatient services
- Coordination of PCP services
- Liaise between community and health/social services
- Support Quality Improvement initiatives
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You'll be successful with the following qualifications:
Education/Experience
- One of the following. Existing employees in this role prior to June 2025 will be grandfathered in.
- Medical Assistant certification or program completion WITH a high school diploma or GED and 3-4 years of healthcare experience in a primary care setting
- Bachelor’s degree. Exposure to healthcare preferred.
- Knowledge of or experience with HEDIS and UDS preferred
- Basic Life Support from American Heart Association preferred
Skills
- Spanish speaking highly preferred.
- Must be able to work independently, multitask, and handle a high volume of work.
- Possess knowledge of modern office equipment, systems and procedures. Computer proficiency: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, PDF, etc.
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented
- Ability to apply common sense understanding when carrying out detailed written or oral instructions.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers.
- Must possess a team-player mindset and demonstrate a pleasant, professional attitude toward patients, providers, and co-workers.
Other
- Compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and CSV policies (including employee health immunization requirements) as a condition of continued employment.
Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.
Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
COO Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- University of California - San Francisco78
- Cooley LLP49
- North East Medical Services24
- Heritage Provider Network19
- American Golf Corporation16
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services248
- Education205
- Consulting & Professional Services83
- Technology & Software73
- Law & Legal Services68
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in COO jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations, or a related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in operations or a related function
- Demonstrated experience scaling teams and processes inside a California-based high-growth organization
- Proficiency with enterprise resource planning systems and operational performance metrics
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills across finance, product, and people teams
- MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred by most mid-to-large California employers
COO Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a coo in California?
Becoming a coo in California typically starts with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a closely related field, followed by progressive leadership roles in operations, finance, or product management. California employers, particularly in technology and healthcare, strongly favor candidates who have an MBA from an accredited institution. There is no state-issued license specific to the coo role, but healthcare sector coos working within licensed facilities must understand California Department of Public Health compliance requirements.
Which companies hire coos in California?
Employers hiring coos in California right now include University of California - San Francisco, Cooley LLP, and North East Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of venture-backed technology firms, large integrated health systems, and global consumer brands makes it one of the broadest markets for operational leadership roles in the country.
Which California cities have the most coo jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego account for the largest share of coo openings in California. San Francisco leads because of its density of technology and fintech headquarters, Los Angeles draws demand from media, healthcare, and consumer brands, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors generate consistent need for operational leaders across mid-size and enterprise organizations.
Are there remote coo jobs in California?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical roles because coos are typically expected to be present for cross-functional decision-making and culture leadership. About 10% of coo openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with the fully remote roles most often found in software and SaaS companies that operate distributed teams. Strategic and board-facing responsibilities are most likely to be performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a coo in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building operational leadership experience through director or VP-level roles in functions like finance, product, or people operations before stepping into a coo position. Large California health systems such as Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health run administrative fellowship programs that prepare candidates for executive operational roles. Technology companies in the Bay Area frequently promote from within, making head of operations or chief of staff roles natural stepping stones. Earning an MBA from a California business school also accelerates the timeline significantly.
Where can I find and apply to coo jobs in California?
You can find and apply to coo jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your background and target market, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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