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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$130K - $160K *

Drive program success by coordinating cross-functional teams, managing reporting, and optimizing engagement strategies for a global enterprise account, ensuring alignment with client goals and employe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $230K *

Drive strategic growth and innovation in AI-enabled assessment and workforce solutions. Lead high-impact projects, foster collaboration, and enhance AIR's national leadership in education and workforc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $83K *

Optimize patient care operations by leading referral management, provider onboarding, and scheduling. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient experiences and ensure seamless service delivery across...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing day-to-day functions and enhancing processes to ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate across teams to boost performance and elevate patient satisfact...

Columbia, MDRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing comprehensive HR operations, fostering employee relations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams while driving strategic initiatives and providing hands-on...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $269K *

Lead the charge in enhancing long-term care management strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective healthcare outcomes while guiding a dedicated team to improve member and provider experiences a...

Indiana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our Legal and Compliance function. Lead operational improvements, manage budgets, and implement legal technology solutions in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by managing program operations, supervising staff, and enhancing patient experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and ensure client sa...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $260K *

Drive ERP strategy and modernization initiatives, collaborating with leaders to ensure technology investments yield significant business value and enhance operational efficiency across the organizatio...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of sales operations by leading logistics, customer onboarding, and revenue reporting for a dynamic B2B technology company. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure seamless processes th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive clinical operations excellence by managing protocol compliance, delivering budget oversight, and ensuring successful study start-up in alignment with regulatory standards and internal policies w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Engage in leading a dynamic team dedicated to delivering top-notch offensive security engagements, ensuring delivery quality and client satisfaction, while collaborating with sales to expand accounts...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us coordinate operations across SUD treatment facilities, ensuring effective communication and provider coverage. Collaborate with clinical leadership to enhance service delivery and support cont...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading centralized resources and programs, driving operational excellence, and fostering a quality mindset across teams. Collaborate with management to enhance patient support...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $219K *

Help us elevate Field Medical operations by optimizing processes, enhancing communication, and driving strategic initiatives to ensure effective engagement and alignment across teams in a dynamic heal...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence in field care model support, ensuring effective rollout of patient services and navigating Medicare policy changes. Collaborate cross-functionally to empower teams and enh...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $272K *

Lead and innovate within a dynamic team, driving strategic initiatives and managing cross-functional projects to enhance service offerings and achieve business objectives...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$297K - $367K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role driving hospital data integration and compliance. Lead execution of clinical data operations, build relationships, and ensure secure data handling while shaping a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Elevate business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives across key sectors. Leverage your network to build relationships and develop tailored solutions, while collaborating with partners to enh...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance global service delivery by managing offshore partnerships, ensuring performance excellence, and driving operational improvements across teams to enhance productivity and quality outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $326K *

Champion strategic project delivery by overseeing staff, budgets, and governance. Drive performance improvements and enhance organizational capabilities while aligning IT initiatives with business goa...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $120K *

Empower your career as a strategic HR Operations Manager, leading teams and driving data-informed decisions. Build effective systems, enhance performance, and deliver exceptional outcomes while foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Drive the future of healthcare operations by leading a $300M portfolio, fostering physician partnerships, and executing growth strategies while managing financial and operational performance for a dyn...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a global team to enhance post-sale services, optimize processes, and ensure customer satisfaction. Collaborate across departments to implement scalable solution...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.