Center Directors lead the people, programs, and day-to-day operations of a center, helping ensure it delivers on its mission while meeting performance, service, and financial goals. Depending on the organization, a center may focus on education, healthcare, research, community services, or business operations. Explore Center Director opportunities on Ladders, including vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by industry and organization, but Center Directors commonly set priorities, oversee budgets and staffing, develop policies, monitor outcomes, and maintain high standards for service and safety. They may also build relationships with clients, families, community partners, regulators, or executive leadership.
Employers often seek senior leadership experience, sound financial and operational judgment, and the ability to guide teams through change. Communication, strategic planning, problem-solving, and talent development are valuable across sectors. Industry-specific credentials—such as education, clinical, or compliance qualifications—may also be required.
Center Director roles span a range of settings, from early learning and healthcare facilities to research institutes and community organizations. The scope of the position can include one location or multiple sites, with responsibilities shaped by the center’s size, mission, and reporting structure.
Browse Center Director openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for details on responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation, then find roles that align with your leadership experience and career goals.
Executive Director, Sales CTOH
$160K - $200K *
Join us in leading sales across U.S. and Canada! Drive $100M+ growth and oversee sales, product management, and operations to enhance customer engagement and profitability in the commercial truck and...
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Director, Project Controls, Project & Development Services (Data Centers)
$161K - $190K *
Drive strategic planning and scheduling for large-scale capital programs, focusing on data center delivery. Lead teams, establish best practices, and influence stakeholders to ensure successful projec...
1 week ago
12 - Director, Business Development 1
$140K - $195K *
Engage in strategic business development, overseeing global projects and teams. Drive long-term planning, policy formation, and customer negotiations while fostering collaboration with senior manageme...
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Corporate Counsel, Construction
$110K - $130K *
Drive legal excellence by leading contract negotiations and risk management for data center construction projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives while mitigating legal risks across procu...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the development and administration of comprehensive rehabilitation programs, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while leading a dedicated team in a dynamic healthcare environment...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Director, Program Management
$123K - $166K *
Lead and mentor a team of program managers, driving client program success and operational excellence. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and achieve strategic goa...
2 weeks ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Lead the charge in optimizing data center design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient solutions that align with customer needs and business objectives wh...
6 days ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Drive regional design efforts and optimize data center design lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, efficient solutions that align with customer needs and business...
6 days ago
Director, Design Management, NA
$205K - $225K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of data center design by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing design processes, and collaborating across teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet custome...
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Sr. Director, Program Management
$123K - $166K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a team of program managers, enhancing client relationships, and ensuring high-quality deliverables while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and strat...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $100K *
Join a team that's redefining grant financial management by ensuring compliance, integrity, and efficiency in tracking funds. Collaborate with stakeholders to oversee a comprehensive financial lifecyc...
4 weeks ago
Market Director, Investment Consulting
$115K - $125K *
Lead investment consulting initiatives across a designated market, ensuring high-quality analysis and fiduciary guidance. Collaborate with teams to deliver strategic insights and support local executi...
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Market Director, Investment Consulting
$115K - $125K *
Lead the deployment of investment consulting strategies, ensuring high-quality analysis and fiduciary guidance while managing a team and collaborating with Advisors to enhance client outcomes across t...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Lead project management efforts by coordinating resources, budgets, and schedules while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Foster collaboration among stakeholders to drive project succe...
1 week ago
Vice President & Chief Research and Solutions Officer
$185K - $222K *
Drive innovative desert solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team to connect research with practical applications, enhancing community engagement and environmental stewardship in a living laborato...
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$80K - $95K *
Oversee daily operations and programming at a community wellness center, ensuring high-quality, person-centered services. Lead a multidisciplinary team, foster community partnerships, and promote oper...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform community wellness by overseeing operations, fostering partnerships, and leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centered programming in a supportive environment tha...
3 weeks ago
Data Management Specialist II, Center for Human Brain Variation
$75K - $90K *
Unlock potential by advancing large single-cell datasets through innovative analysis workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure data quality and compliance, while optimizing processes for hig...
2 days ago
$90K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering strong client relationships and team collaboration...
1 week ago
$90K - $150K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering projects safely and on time. Lead from preconstruction to closeout, managing schedules, budgets, and client relationships while ensuring quality and safety s...
2 weeks ago
Director 2 - Facilities Operations
$100K - $129K *
Shape the future of facilities management by leading operations across multiple sites, driving strategic improvements, and ensuring optimal performance through effective team leadership and financial...
1 week ago
Senior Program Manager and SBDC Director, Polsky Exchange
$75K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to manage and enhance small business programs, driving growth and innovation. Lead a team of advisors, cultivate community relationships, and ensure compliance with grant metrics w...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive project success by leading all phases of the lifecycle, ensuring operational excellence, financial management, and stakeholder relationships while fostering a culture of safety and diversity...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive operational excellence by leading the Multi-Channel Department, ensuring strategic alignment and effective communication across teams while enhancing customer satisfaction and performance metric...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Director of Revenue Cycle Management
$120K - $145K *
Drive strategic leadership in revenue cycle management, overseeing operations to enhance cash flow, reduce write-offs, and ensure compliance. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and...
Reposted 6 days ago
What does a Center Director do?
A Center Director oversees a center’s operations, staff, programs, budgets, and performance. Specific responsibilities depend on the setting, such as education, healthcare, research, or community services.
What qualifications are common for Center Director jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial leadership experience, operational and budget management skills, and strong communication. Some positions require industry-specific education, credentials, or regulatory experience.
Where do Center Directors work?
Center Directors work in many settings, including childcare and education centers, healthcare facilities, research institutes, community organizations, and corporate operations.
How can I find Center Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Search Ladders for Center Director listings and review each posting for salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.