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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sr. Director, Scientific Affairs (Specialty Labs)
$181K - $225K *
Lead the charge in operationalizing complex clinical studies globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance proposal development and manage global lab relationships, ensuring strategic...
Reposted 5 days ago
National Account Director, Community Oncology
$245K - $290K *
Champion strategic relationships in community oncology to enhance market access for innovative therapies. Drive account strategies, negotiate contracts, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure op...
1 week ago
Director, Endowments & Foundations
$150K - $175K *
Transform the future of nonprofit investment strategies by leading client engagement, business development, and team coordination. Drive growth and enhance service delivery for a diverse portfolio of...
3 weeks ago
Sr. People Operations Specialist
$80K - $100K *
Empower People Operations by optimizing processes across the employee lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency, drive improvements, and maintain high-quality HR services while s...
4 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Elevate mechanical engineering projects by managing design and execution from concept to completion. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality, compliance, and client satisfaction wh...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Drive strategic initiatives within Medical Affairs, enhancing oncology portfolio engagement and collaboration across teams to achieve medical objectives and support clinical trials...
2 days ago
Director II Capture & Proposal Public Sector (SLED)
$163K - $218K *
Empower your career by leading SLED capture and proposal strategies. Drive growth and engage diverse teams in this pivotal role, shaping public sector outcomes through innovative procurement and partn...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
AI Product Manager, Enterprise Operations
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming business challenges into AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with leaders across functions to prioritize opportunities, develop business cases, and guide AI initiatives fr...
2 days ago
Senior Principal Strategist, Strategy & Planning
$166K - $200K *
Unlock potential by leading the transformation of a global tech organization into a product-focused model. Drive strategic initiatives, manage a large workforce, and ensure effective governance across...
1 week ago
Regional Mechanical Operations Director
$200K - $250K *
Champion operational excellence by supporting mechanical segment performance across regions. Collaborate with leadership to enhance execution discipline, drive improvements, and ensure effective trans...
4 weeks ago
Customer Onboarding Operations Manager
$100K - $120K *
Transform customer activation by leading operational readiness and training coordination. Manage a team to streamline onboarding processes and enhance productivity, ensuring customers reach their init...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's focused on delivering successful project outcomes by building comprehensive schedules, defining responsibilities, and managing timelines effectively to ensure client satisfaction an...
3 weeks ago
$84K - $87K *
Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Sales Engineer, Data Products
$125K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining data solutions by leading technical sales efforts, collaborating with Account Managers, and driving customer success through innovative data architecture and tailored dem...
1 week ago
Director, Financial Planning & Analysis
$135K - $160K *
Empower financial strategy by leading planning, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance, optimize decision-making, and enhance financial visibility in a...
Yesterday
Sales and Account Manager Director
$110K - $130K *
Drive market growth in Canada by leading sales and account management efforts. Collaborate with anchor customers to establish success stories and shape product offerings, while building a Canadian tea...
1 week ago
Sales Director, Small Business (NAM)
$265K - $424K *
Champion growth by leading a dynamic sales team, refining strategies, and driving customer acquisition in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to exceed targets and foster a cultur...
Reposted 6 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Help us lead HR integration for M&A projects, managing due diligence to execution. Collaborate with HR teams to mitigate risks, enhance strategies, and ensure smooth transitions for acquired employees...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Engage with local stakeholders to advance community development initiatives, ensuring alignment with data center goals. Collaborate with internal teams to optimize strategies and maintain relationship...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing client operations and driving revenue cycle success. Lead initiatives, foster relationships, and ensure performance excellence while collaborating with stakeh...
Yesterday
Senior Design Director - Digital Infrastructure & Mission Critical Facilities
$150K - $180K *
Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Manage all phases from planning to operational readiness, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering team deve...
1 week ago
Senior Director, Global Cyber Defense
$349K - $437K *
Lead and innovate the global Cyber Defense organization, enhancing security posture through proactive threat identification, incident response, and strategic planning while collaborating with senior l...
6 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in optimizing sales incentive compensation programs, overseeing administration, governance, and continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely processing and a...
2 days ago
Project Management Lead, Science
$110K - $130K *
Drive project delivery excellence by architecting frameworks, managing resources, and synchronizing teams. Lead cross-functional initiatives, optimize processes, and mentor project managers to ensure...
2 weeks ago
Principal Delivery Manager, Portfolio
$145K - $188K *
Elevate delivery excellence by shaping strategies for Portfolio Management, ensuring seamless execution across teams while adapting to evolving technologies and processes. Lead the charge in establish...
3 weeks ago
What does a Director of Center Operations do?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Ladders for current Director, Center Operations opportunities and other vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.