District Director

About the role

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is seeking an experienced, results-driven District Director to lead operations across multiple locations in Jacksonville, FL. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing district performance, developing and supporting management teams, and driving operational excellence to achieve blood collection goals and organizational objectives. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, the District Director serves as a key liaison between district operations and corporate leadership, ensuring consistent performance, accountability, and alignment with LifeSouth’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of daily operations across multiple district locations, ensuring blood collection goals and operational objectives are achieved.
• Lead, coach, and develop management teams, establishing clear expectations and accountability for performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local hospital and community partners to ensure blood product availability and exceptional service.
• Ensure district operations maintain compliance with organizational policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, strengthen team performance, and support continued organizational growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of supervisory or management experience required. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Previous experience in blood banking or a related healthcare environment preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting, personnel management, and multi-site operations.
• Understanding of applicable state and federal regulations governing blood banking and laboratory operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate operational and financial performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and prepare reports.
• Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop teams and engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance competing priorities and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to meet and maintain LifeSouth’s driver eligibility requirements.
• Ability to fulfill the position’s on-call responsibilities.

Opportunities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing district management team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Drive district performance through strategic planning, operational efficiency, and achievement of blood collection goals.
• Build and strengthen relationships with hospital partners, donors, and the communities we serve.
• Partner with regional and corporate leadership to align district priorities with organizational goals and initiatives.

Pay

Starting Salary: $90,000 annually, with compensation based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days.
• Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability.
• Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth.
• Free basic life insurance for full-time employees.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period.
• Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered.
• Access to wages prior to pay day.

About LifeSouth

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.