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 *

Shape the future of senior healthcare by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring high-quality care delivery, managing staff, and implementing strategic initiatives across various settings with a focu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $203K *

Transform medication management by leading pharmacy operations, enhancing safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Drive strategic initiatives and oversee staff dev...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$206K - $343K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare operations by delivering innovative performance solutions. Drive profitable growth through strategic program management and client engagement, ensuring measu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $165K *

Shape your career by partnering with leaders to develop strategic workforce solutions, enhance employee engagement, and drive organizational effectiveness in a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead ini...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic leader, driving operational excellence and growth at a mission-oriented events venue. Collaborate with executives to enhance organizational performance and foster a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Lead daily operations and strategic growth of a radiology practice, collaborating with physicians and teams to enhance market presence, manage budgets, and improve service quality while ensuring opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the operational launch of a cutting-edge platform, ensuring alignment across technology, content, and partnerships while driving execution and scaling the business effectively...

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing field operations, managing teams, and enhancing performance across multiple regions. Drive improvements in safety, cost, and reliability while implem...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing SaaS products on AWS, ensuring operational excellence, security compliance, and performance optimization while overseeing a dedicated team. Drive innovation a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading end-to-end management of client-facing AWS SaaS products, ensuring security, compliance, and optimization while directly engaging in architecture and support...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing and securing our AWS-hosted SaaS platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take on hands-on leadership in architecture, operations, and product reliabi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $235K *

Drive the management, operation, and security of client-facing SaaS products hosted on AWS. Be a hands-on leader, ensuring platform performance, compliance, and continuous product improvement while su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence and transformation initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence and transformation initiatives, partnering with executives to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solutions that drive growth and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$190K - $280K *

Lead transformative AI, data, and customer experience initiatives, bridging strategy and execution. Establish governance and delivery frameworks to ensure measurable business impact across multiple te...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of clinical care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring evidence-based practices, and enhancing patient-centered services while maintaining compliance and productivity standards...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$97K - $115K *

Support clinical education by managing hospital partnerships, overseeing compliance, and ensuring operational excellence across clinical training sites. Lead documentation processes and foster strong...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of secure manufacturing by leading high-impact project management initiatives. Drive customer success and business transformation projects while managing a talented team to delive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Emergency Department and Med Surg operations, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective clinical services while managing budgets, staffing, and compliance. Drive performance improvement and foste...

1 week ago

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

$149K - $220K *

Empower your career by driving operational excellence in global manufacturing networks. Lead supplier execution and master build planning, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver cutti...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of program management by leading a dynamic team to ensure successful contract execution, client satisfaction, and strategic growth across multiple programs with a focus on operational...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform clinical research operations by leading studies, managing sites, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive successful execution of clinical programs while maintaining...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in clinic operations, enhancing efficiency, and improving patient experience through effective resource management and collaboration across departmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.