Director, Center Operations Jobs

Find Director, Center Operations opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to oversee day-to-day performance, people, and resources. These roles may be based in healthcare, education, research, customer service, logistics, or other settings where reliable center operations are essential. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on senior-level opportunities.

What Does a Director of Center Operations Do?

Directors of center operations develop and execute plans that keep a center running effectively. Their responsibilities can include managing budgets, staffing, facilities, service quality, policies, compliance, and performance metrics. They often work across departments and partner with executive leaders to address operational challenges and improve outcomes.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a record of leadership in operations or a related field, along with strong financial and analytical skills. Communication, team development, process improvement, project management, and the ability to use performance data are also valuable. Requirements vary by industry; some positions may call for specialized experience, professional credentials, or an advanced degree.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director, Center Operations roles can offer broad responsibility and a path to senior operational leadership. Compensation depends on factors such as industry, organization size, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Browse Ladders for vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more and compare opportunities that align with your background and career goals.

How to Find the Right Role

Use Ladders to explore current Director, Center Operations openings. Tailor your résumé to highlight measurable improvements in efficiency, service quality, budget performance, compliance, or team results. Review each posting’s responsibilities and qualifications to identify roles that fit your expertise.

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$180K - $220K *

Transform security leadership by developing a global risk management strategy that safeguards assets and fosters a culture of vigilance. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance crisis response, complia...

Waltham, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $230K *

Lead the Complex Systems portfolio to enhance climate impact, ensuring cohesive strategy and program effectiveness across Land, Transportation, and Industry while aligning resources for sustainable so...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Transform enterprise relationships by leading complex deals with Fortune 500 companies. Collaborate with executives, navigate buying committees, and structure innovative agreements to drive growth in...

New York City, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $200K *

Drive global mechanical category strategy for advanced thermal management systems, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and reliability across a diverse supplier ecosystem while supporting scalable data ce...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $375K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth by building and mentoring a high-performing sales team in the Mid-Enterprise segment, focusing on customer acquisition and market penetration in a competitive...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$315K - $370K *

Join a team that's redefining offensive security by leading engineering efforts to transform research into scalable, customer-facing products. Drive strategy, execution, and innovation across multiple...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and lead the MyGeotab workflows, ensuring usability and reliability while driving evolution and collaboration across product domains to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$138K - $184K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the evolution of MyGeotab workflows, ensuring usability and reliability while fostering collaboration across product domains. Drive innovation and enhance customer experien...

Oakville, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives for Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Program, fostering relationships with regulators and stakeholders while driving operational success...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $157K *

Transform community engagement by developing outreach programs and educational initiatives. Lead strategic relationships and enhance member experiences through effective communication and evaluation o...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of enrichment programs by driving strategy, execution, and operational excellence across multiple sites, ensuring impactful experiences for families and children while achieving finan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize large-scale shuttle programs by leading operations, managing client relationships, and ensuring service excellence. Drive continuous improvement and collaborate across teams to deliver reliab...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$133K - $200K *

Lead and elevate analytic approaches to support contract negotiations, drive strategic initiatives, and mentor a skilled team, enhancing provider relationships and regulatory compliance to improve the...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $230K *

Shape the future of social media strategy and operations by leading enterprise-wide governance, optimizing processes, and driving engagement across teams to enhance digital communications and operatio...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $232K *

Shape the future of operations by leading enterprise-wide transformation and optimizing manufacturing networks. Drive cross-functional initiatives, establish governance, and ensure effective change ma...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $125K *

Drive AI-powered product initiatives from strategy to execution, collaborating with engineering and design to create customer-centric solutions that enhance productivity and engagement while prioritiz...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $167K *

Transform your career by leading clinical strategies and implementations, ensuring successful adoption of digital solutions while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance patient safety and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic Security Operations team, overseeing incident response and SOC improvements while driving hands-on investigations and AI-assisted workflows to enhance security posture and op...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $179K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives, optimizing governance and operational readiness for programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance portfolio execution, reporting, and PMO capabilities, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Champion digital transformation by leading delivery teams in Salesforce projects, ensuring excellence in project management, client relationships, and issue resolution while mentoring consultants and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$280K - $315K *

Shape the future of our services operations by leading end-to-end execution, optimizing resource management, and driving operational excellence to enhance client experiences and support revenue growth...

Irvine, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in clinical study start-up operations, driving team development and ensuring timely site activation. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, meet regulatory standards, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data architecture by establishing standards and a unified data catalog. Collaborate across teams to define metrics and ensure data governance, driving alignment and clarity in a ha...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Center Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of Center Operations oversees the people, processes, and resources that support a center’s daily performance. Duties often include budgeting, staffing, facilities, compliance, service quality, and operational improvement.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Center Operations jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for operations leadership experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and the ability to manage teams, budgets, and projects. Specific education, credentials, and industry expertise depend on the employer and type of center.

  • How much do Director, Center Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, organization size, experience, and job scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional positions paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director, Center Operations jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for current Director, Center Operations opportunities and other vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.