Director of Applied AI

Job overview

The Director of Applied AI is an onsite role based in Orland Park, IL, supporting Covista, a leading healthcare educator. Compensation is not specified in the posting, though the role is part of a team dedicated to advancing healthcare education and workforce development. This role exists to lead the Applied AI team within Enterprise Data & Insights, designing, building, and operating agentic AI capabilities. The Director will own the portfolio, responsible AI posture, and partner ecosystem, ensuring that all AI agents are safe, evaluated, and measurably valuable to the business.

What you'll do

• Own and evolve the Applied AI strategy across delivery PODs.
• Govern platform architecture and vendor delivery.
• Ensure Responsible AI posture and risk management.
• Manage delivery partner relationships and SOW governance.
• Lead and mentor the Applied AI core team and RPA POD.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

director of applied ai

orland park il

information technology

hybrid

artificial intelligence

ai strategy

vendor management

responsible ai

leadership

onsite

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match, Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy, 12 Paid Holidays, Annual incentive program.

Why this role

Hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday).

About the employer

Covista is hiring for this role. Industry: Custom Computer Programming Services. Sector: 54.