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.
Physical Therapist Center Director
$75K - $117K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional rehabilitative services while managing clinical outcomes and fostering a collaborative environment. Drive patient satisfaction and ensure compliance with regu...
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Physical Therapist Center Director
$75K - $117K *
Drive exceptional patient care as you lead a team in delivering rehabilitative services. Oversee clinical outcomes, foster collaboration, and ensure compliance while enhancing patient satisfaction and...
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Physical Therapist Center Director
$80K - $95K *
Manage and enhance patient care as a Center Therapy Director, overseeing clinical outcomes, staff performance, and operational efficiency while fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes q...
2 days ago
Physical Therapist Center Director
$80K - $95K *
Transform patient care by leading a dedicated therapy team, ensuring quality outcomes, and fostering collaboration within a dynamic clinical environment focused on rehabilitation and patient satisfact...
2 days ago
Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$85K - $95K *
Lead the charge in shaping clinical operations and mentoring staff while driving excellence in patient care. Join a dynamic team dedicated to rehabilitation and community impact, with opportunities fo...
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Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$80K - $95K *
Transform clinic operations by ensuring compliance, optimizing patient care, and leading staff development. Drive marketing initiatives and uphold patient safety standards while fostering a culture of...
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Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading a clinic with entrepreneurial spirit, driving growth, and building a high-performing team. Collaborate on innovative programs and take ownership of your clinic's success wh...
3 weeks ago
Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$84K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead and inspire a clinic dedicated to enhancing patient care and community well-being through orthopedic expertise and effective leadership...
3 weeks ago
Clinic Director - Physical Therapist
$86K - $100K *
Shape the future of patient care by leading a dynamic team in outpatient physical therapy, enhancing company culture, and driving community engagement through exceptional orthopedic services and effec...
3 weeks ago
$288K - $325K *
Drive growth and build strong client relationships while leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results in the healthcare sector. Utilize strategic account management expertise to enhan...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Partner with us to drive strategic initiatives and oversee daily operations, ensuring program goals are met. Leverage your expertise in management, grant writing, and customer relations to enhance dep...
6 days ago
$85K - $90K *
Optimize community success by leading operations, enhancing resident engagement, and driving financial performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure a thriving living experience while managing budgets...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Policy Programs & Partnerships
$172K - $222K *
Drive strategic engagement by managing high-level partnerships and events, ensuring impactful narratives around the future of money. Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders globally to enhanc...
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$100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional resident care while overseeing daily operations and strategic initiatives. Lead a diverse team, ensure compliance, and drive financial success in...
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$100K *
Lead and innovate community operations, ensuring exceptional resident care and compliance. Drive financial performance while fostering a culture of accountability and engagement among staff. Build str...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Empower a thriving community by leading daily operations, ensuring compliance, and driving financial success. Foster a culture of engagement while enhancing resident care and building strong relations...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional resident care while overseeing daily operations, strategic initiatives, and financial performance. Collaborate with department heads to foster a culture of ac...
3 weeks ago
Treatment Center Director/Manager
$80K - $95K *
Drive impactful change as a leader in clinic operations, guiding a diverse team to enhance patient care and ensure compliance while fostering a positive culture and achieving performance goals in the...
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Regional Director, AIC Operations
$165K - $175K *
Accelerate growth through strategic leadership in multiple ambulatory infusion centers. Drive operational excellence, enhance profitability, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functi...
4 weeks ago
Global Resilience Operations Center (GROC) Director
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining global resilience operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing incident response, and fostering collaboration across diverse teams to ensure operational excelle...
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$95K - $115K *
Transform research initiatives by managing budgets, grants, and staff recruitment. Oversee program administration and communications to support faculty in advancing policies for a safer, more peaceful...
Today
$88K - $105K *
Oversee the execution of complex defense projects, ensuring alignment with customer needs and organizational goals. Lead a collaborative team, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure compliance with...
4 days ago
Assistant Director, Project Management
$146K - $172K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse capital projects, guiding a team of project managers and consultants to ensure successful delivery of complex construction and renovation initiatives while adhering...
3 days ago
Senior Scientist and Executive Director, Envision Research Institute
$120K - $150K *
Lead and optimize research initiatives, mentor staff, and ensure strategic alignment with organizational goals while managing financial viability and compliance in a dynamic environment focused on low...
1 week ago
Vice President, Cyber Business Management
$165K - $185K *
Optimize cybersecurity effectiveness by driving strategic alignment and enhancing business operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure resource allocation and operational excellence within IT...
4 weeks 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.