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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$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$223K - $313K *

Join a distinguished team of physicians to enhance inpatient care quality through expert clinical reviews and utilization management, impacting patient outcomes while enjoying a structured, collaborat...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare sales strategies. Lead the charge in developing and executing innovative commercial strategies for the Ambulatory Surgery Center market, driving growth and enh...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive service excellence and customer engagement across diverse managed services, ensuring quality delivery, satisfaction, and profitability while leading teams and fostering strategic partnerships fo...

Ohio, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a defense technology client, driving technical hiring, change management, and safety compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignme...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $250K *

Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $243K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Empower partner operations by leading strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing tools for a diverse global partner ecosystem. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scalable infrastructure and m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of revenue operations by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance pipeline efficiency and forecasting accuracy in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing marketing operations, guiding teams to enhance sales processes, optimize technology strategies, and deliver impactful data analysis for informed dec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing healthcare delivery through strategic leadership in Utilization Management. Drive excellence in clinical care and operational outcomes while ensuring complia...

Englewood, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$195K - $241K *

Partner with us to drive growth and adoption across a diverse product portfolio, managing strategic partnerships from design to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance relationships and ensu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $187K *

Lead and inspire local managers to achieve operational, clinical, and financial goals while enhancing patient care and team performance in California's healthcare landscape. Foster collaboration and c...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Champion operational excellence by leading business unit strategies, enhancing performance management, and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve enterprise goals and scalable solutions...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory strategies by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely submissions and compliance for our innovative gene therapy pipeline, driving excellence in pediatric neurodegenerativ...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $247K *

Drive innovative clinical operations to enhance member care and outcomes. Collaborate across teams to implement strategies, optimize processes, and scale programs, ensuring seamless coordination and e...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Champion innovation by optimizing workflows and AI-driven operations to enhance efficiency across diverse business functions. Collaborate closely with teams to build scalable systems that drive real i...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading communication strategies and process improvements. Collaborate with leadership and teams to ensure effective information flow and accountability, driving ini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic clinical programs and customer relationships. Drive adoption, optimize workflows, and ensure account growth while delivering measurable value and fostering collab...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the biopharmaceutical sector by developing strategic business relationships, prospecting new clients, and leading sales initiatives to achieve organizational objec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Oversee the operational planning and execution of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing cross-functional teams to meet project timelines, budgets, and quality o...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in directing clinical rehabilitation operations across multiple practices, ensuring quality patient care and achieving financial and operational objectives through effective management...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading Health and VA claims operations, driving strategic initiatives, enhancing recovery outcomes, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple teams and client portfolios...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive exceptional client experiences by leading client services strategy and operations across screening services. Empower teams to deliver timely, accurate support while fostering a culture of accoun...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational activities within the DHMS program, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement effective strategies an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.