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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$134K - $249K *

Drive procurement governance strategy and compliance across the organization. Oversee contract standards, audit readiness, and policy implementation while ensuring ethical practices and effective comm...

Missouri, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to build a scalable sales operations framework across the Americas, enhancing forecast accuracy and pipeline management while fostering strong relationships with field leadership and d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $249K *

Drive your career forward by leading the development and implementation of strategic networking contracts. Oversee negotiations, manage team resources, and support market launches while enhancing heal...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $199K *

Lead transformative process improvements to enhance healthcare quality and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to elevate performance metrics, oversee cultural competency initiatives, and drive strateg...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $247K *

Join a team that's redefining operational excellence in healthcare. Lead a diverse team to streamline utilization management processes, enhance technology integration, and drive measurable improvement...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Optimize operations by leading logistics, fulfillment, and IT systems. Drive performance improvements, manage key partnerships, and ensure seamless inventory flow across channels while maintaining a h...

Vancouver, BCRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$146K - $282K *

Join us in enhancing physician relationships and engagement through strategic leadership, managing a dynamic team, and executing impactful career events that foster lifelong partnerships with healthca...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Transform the digital manufacturing landscape by driving sales growth and market expansion. Collaborate across teams to develop strategies, support federal opportunities, and enhance customer value th...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $184K *

Advance the Provider Network operations by overseeing strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing provider relationships across multiple lines of business. Lead cross-departmental effort...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $184K *

Champion strategic initiatives in Provider Network Operations, overseeing key functions like Provider Relations and Credentialing. Drive performance and compliance across Medicaid, Medicare, and Comme...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $201K *

Lead the charge in shaping and evolving a global web ecosystem, overseeing strategy, operations, and governance to deliver high-performing digital experiences that drive engagement and business growth...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion enterprise-wide operational excellence by leading Central Operations, integrating reliability, training, and innovation to enhance performance, reduce risk, and drive measurable results acros...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading Hub programs, enhancing performance metrics, and developing Supervisors. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective service delivery and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $240K *

Transform customer operations by leading a team to enhance renewal processes, optimize workflows, and implement AI-driven solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to build infrastructure that capture...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$206K - $343K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare operations by delivering innovative performance solutions. Drive profitable growth through strategic program management and client engagement, ensuring measu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $230K *

Lead customer success initiatives by managing federal program delivery, ensuring seamless deployment, support, and renewal processes. Drive team performance and build strategic partnerships to enhance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $159K *

Lead clinical operations in review of medical certifications for leave requests. Build and manage a dedicated team, standardize workflows, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improvements i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $259K *

Transform healthcare performance by leading integrated optimization programs that enhance clinical, operational, and financial outcomes for hospitals and health systems. Drive measurable results throu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $171K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team focused on expanding existing customer accounts. Collaborate cross-functionally to align strategies and enhance net revenue retention while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion operational excellence across a multi-site healthcare portfolio, driving integration and performance improvements while fostering collaboration with practice leaders to enhance patient experi...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.