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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$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful HR strategies in a dynamic global environment, collaborating with senior leaders to align people initiatives with business goals. Contribute to a newly forming team focused on growth a...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of billing operations by leading a team to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency. Drive process improvements, manage complex accounts, and collaborate across functions to resol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $245K *

Accelerate IT innovation by leading operations and engineering teams that enhance productivity and security for a 500+ remote workforce, while embedding AI and automation into core processes for optim...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $202K *

Optimize digital operations for manufacturing execution, ensuring service continuity and platform stewardship. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability across critical manufa...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $162K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing strategic partnerships that align customer goals with organizational success. Collaborate across functions to drive innovative solutions and ensure long-term...

Lincoln, NERemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $200K *

Transform federal programs by leading owner's representative services, ensuring effective project delivery from inception to closeout. Leverage commercial real estate expertise to advocate for owners...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $175K *

Take ownership of global customer retention and expansion by leading a diverse team of Customer Success Managers. Drive operational excellence and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer sa...

Ontario, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Elevate member care by leading long-term care management operations, ensuring effective strategies and compliance while driving performance outcomes and enhancing the provider experience through innov...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technology leader, overseeing engineering strategy and execution for innovative platforms and applications. Drive modernization and AI integration while ensuring high p...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $145K *

Shape the future of energy efficiency by leading complex client programs and strategic initiatives. Drive portfolio success through operational excellence, financial performance, and strong client rel...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing biomarker program operations, ensuring seamless sample processing from collection to storage. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and compliance while driving grow...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $210K *

Champion operational excellence by leading Product Operations, driving innovation, and optimizing workflows. Manage a dedicated team to enhance product delivery, streamline processes, and ensure align...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of healthcare operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring optimal performance and patient satisfaction across a 24/7 Care Concierge function while driving continuous improvement an...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Optimize processes and lead cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency. Collaborate with leadership to align goals, implement strategies, and provide training on best practices for continuous improv...

California, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring efficient medication delivery from pharmacy partners to patients. Oversee systems, processes, and a team to scale operations amidst ra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $265K *

Innovate the future of hospitality services by unifying existing platforms into a cohesive offering. Collaborate with leadership to define, build, and market a new service model that meets client need...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional services to State and Local Government accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance customer satisfaction, and support business development efforts while ma...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building and implementing a comprehensive scheduling program, driving accountability and proactive risk management across all projects while collaborating with senior leadership and...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive IT security solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance sales strategies, mentor talent, and achieve regional objectives...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate partner relationships in a strategic leadership role responsible for guiding a team and enhancing partner success through AI-driven workflows and high-touch service...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the Managed Services team by leading specialists in review response, social media, and listings management. Drive operational excellence, client satisfaction, and revenue growth while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of business applications by leading strategy, delivery, and operations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance core processes and drive value through effective system...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in program management excellence, ensuring seamless operations and compliance across diverse teams while supporting critical Air Force contract initiatives and rapid-response readiness...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$185K - $344K *

Champion the evolution of field intelligence capabilities, driving strategic governance and analytics integration to enhance decision-making and execution support across the organization, ensuring ali...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.