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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence and quality management by leading process improvements, ensuring compliance, and fostering a patient-first culture. Oversee a dedicated team to enhance quality systems a...

Ontario, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $126K *

Drive risk adjustment projects by managing the full project life cycle, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring quality deliverables to meet annual goals and enhance operational efficiency...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining partnerships in the automotive SaaS space. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance our developer ecosystem, drive commercial negotiations, and foster innovation across key...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $130K *

Engage with stakeholders to drive product strategy and enhance the Affordable Equity platform. Collaborate with teams to translate user needs into actionable solutions, ensuring timely delivery and al...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$246K - $332K *

Drive pediatric development strategy by integrating clinical insights and regulatory commitments across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring effective execution from candidate transition to post-marke...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $290K *

Contribute to the advancement of cancer therapies by managing analytical development and quality control operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating across teams to en...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $302K *

Lead the charge in architecting AI-ready data platforms, driving enterprise-wide semantic models and knowledge graphs to empower generative AI workflows and enhance data accessibility across multidisc...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of advanced troubleshooting and field support for enterprise IT operations. Lead technicians, coordinate installations, and ensure seamless connectivity across remote locations while ma...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of dealer marketing solutions by leading product management efforts, overseeing current offerings, and defining a next-gen platform that enhances customer engagement and retention...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Elevate the finance function by leading accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and safeguard compa...

Waltham, MARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading strategic consulting engagements for healthcare clients. Drive growth through innovative solutions, manage teams, and enhance value-based care initiatives while enjoying...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $240K *

Elevate technology strategy and operations for North America's supply chain, leading engineering teams to optimize platforms and processes. Drive innovation in order management and logistics while ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$139K - $213K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in education technology by generating strategic opportunities and delivering tailored solutions to key decision-makers in the Mid-Atlantic region, ensuring except...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $230K *

Reimagine healthcare technology solutions by leading payer platform transformations, fostering executive relationships, and driving AI-enabled innovations to enhance operational efficiency and client...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the development and execution of a corporate-wide Process Safety strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading audits, hazard analyses, and emergency response planning across...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $114K *

Join us to lead client programs from inception to completion, ensuring compliance and satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, manage budgets, and develop strategies...

East Lansing, MIRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $175K *

Innovate solutions in healthcare by building impactful full-stack applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to understand problems and deliver user-focused tools, embodying ownership from conceptio...

CanadaRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$247K - $421K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by leading strategic design and construction initiatives. Oversee a multi-billion-dollar capital portfolio, ensuring facilities meet community needs...

Wilmington, DERemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$225K - $324K *

Accelerate growth by leading global enablement initiatives that empower sellers, engineers, and partners. Drive strategic programs, enhance skills, and ensure readiness for a multi-product platform in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive sales growth by engaging with decision-makers in government agencies. Build relationships, identify opportunities, and collaborate with teams to deliver Investigative Intelligence solutions acro...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping healthcare interoperability by architecting and operationalizing comprehensive data exchange capabilities. Drive transformation through strategic partnerships and a high-per...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by developing and maintaining standards, ensuring consistency across markets, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and documentation for opti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Explore a dynamic role driving partner success and revenue growth through strategic collaboration with VARs and system integrators, enhancing market presence and customer engagement in cloud security...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing excellence in Facilities for Retail accounts. Lead a dedicated team to deliver innovative solutions, manage supplier relationships, and ensure high-qualit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with us by leading strategic sales initiatives, building relationships with key accounts, and driving business growth in the employer-sponsored health sector. Adapt and thrive in a dy...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.