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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$86K - $143K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing sales operations, driving strategy, and enhancing processes to support a high-performing sales team while leveraging technology and data for continuous im...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $178K *

Drive excellence in pharmacovigilance by leading teams and projects, ensuring compliance and safety across clinical trials. Leverage scientific expertise and operational oversight to mentor profession...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$194K - $266K *

Lead the charge in driving commercial growth by securing high-value partnerships and expanding market presence. Mentor a dynamic team while executing strategic initiatives that enhance client relation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $152K *

Transform strategic direction for digital brands, leading a team to optimize programmatic campaigns and client relationships while driving innovation and operational efficiency in a dynamic environmen...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K *

Shape the future of telecommunications by leading complex, large-scale projects. Drive strategic planning, manage executive communications, and ensure program success through innovative solutions and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $188K *

Transform your career by leading a high-performing engineering team focused on Identity Governance and Administration. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance security, and foster innovation while collab...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise Agile transformations, coaching RTEs, and managing PDLC processes across value streams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure consistent communication to enhan...

Columbus, GARemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $130K *

Lead the proposal development process, enhancing strategies and systems to elevate submissions. Collaborate with executives and technical experts to create compelling, client-focused proposals that sh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping the U.S. HCP marketing strategy for JYNNEOS, driving integrated programs and optimizing engagement through data-driven insights and compliance, while collaborating across te...

Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining legal operations in a fast-paced healthtech environment. As a key player, you'll manage complex contracts, drive compliance, and leverage technology to enhance efficiency...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $169K *

Elevate your career by providing strategic oversight for licensing, enrollment, and credentialing operations. Lead initiatives that ensure compliance and enhance organizational capabilities while coll...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Join us to drive cross-functional GTM initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and support executive decision-making. You'll collaborate with teams to align strategies and improve processes, ensur...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Empower a high-performing sales team to drive enterprise growth in cybersecurity. Lead strategic initiatives, foster customer relationships, and shape sales strategies to exceed quotas while collabora...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading operations for a growing telehealth practice. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient care through innovative solutions and efficient workflows, ens...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $201K *

Shape the future of product management by leading technical specifications and strategy. Engage directly with engineering teams to drive development through clear communication and a deep understandin...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by overseeing a zero trust security framework. Drive strategic initiatives across identity, data protection, and network security, collaborating with leadership to en...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $125K *

Contribute to acquiring and managing data partnerships, collaborating with product teams to prioritize and improve dataset quality, while leveraging AI to enhance data processes and achieve business o...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans that drive revenue growth and enhance commercial performance across multiple functions. Collaborate with cross-functional lea...

Largo, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Elevate program effectiveness by supervising staff and ensuring quality care for residents with mental health diagnoses, HIV/AIDS, and substance use histories. Collaborate with clinical teams to devel...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of Sales Operations by designing and optimizing processes, governance, and technology to enhance execution and productivity across the organization, ensuring alignment with strateg...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $191K *

Lead operational health initiatives by optimizing processes and driving efficiency within Engineering, Product, and Design teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance productivity and implement dat...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $143K *

Drive operational excellence as a Program Manager, enhancing EPD processes and collaboration. Leverage data insights to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support cross-functional teams in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $187K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic client programs, ensuring alignment across teams to optimize client success and value realization while managing risks and reporting on progress to stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare IT by managing complex integration programs, driving Lean-Agile adoption, and ensuring successful delivery of enterprise reporting and analytics initiatives across multi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$192K - $288K *

Oversee cross-functional oncology development programs, driving operational strategy and execution. Collaborate with project teams to optimize timelines, manage dependencies, and ensure alignment with...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.