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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$78K - $89K *

Transform campus events by leading planning and coordination efforts, ensuring successful execution of programs that enhance student development and community engagement while managing a diverse team...

2 weeks ago

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

$176K - $293K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic initiatives and operational readiness for new product development, ensuring successful execution and integration across multiple business units in a dynamic enviro...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $96K *

Manage clinical supervision of staff while ensuring quality care and documentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery and provide training. Lead crisis interventions and maintain memb...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform nursing care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality standards, and managing resident services in a skilled nursing environment. Drive compliance with regulations while fostering a com...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead integrated media strategies, optimizing paid social campaigns across platforms. Drive client growth through data-driven insights, budget management, and innovative testing. Collaborate with teams...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$470K - $490K *

Drive high-quality, patient-centered care as a Medical Director, overseeing clinical practices, enhancing health center operations, and mentoring staff while ensuring compliance with healthcare standa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$315K - $335K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading clinical practices, enhancing patient care, and driving operational excellence in a dynamic health center environment. Collaborate with teams to achieve health...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in hotel operations, driving guest satisfaction and team engagement while ensuring compliance with brand standards and financial performance across all departments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing hotel functions, enhancing guest satisfaction, and fostering team engagement. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategies that ensure compliance, eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $130K *

Optimize cross-functional teams to lead the planning and execution of drug delivery device programs, ensuring successful tech transfer and commercialization while managing capacity strategies and cost...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive the successful planning and execution of drug delivery device programs, ensuring timely tech transfer and commercialization while managing capacity strategies and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $249K *

Champion strategic vendor partnerships and enterprise initiatives, overseeing evaluations, negotiations, and performance metrics to drive clinical, operational, and financial success across multiple t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by partnering with leadership to drive strategic initiatives, streamline operations, and enhance cross-functional collaboration. This role is pivotal in ensuring effective project man...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $242K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical operations by leading program strategies, ensuring high-quality execution of clinical studies, and collaborating with global partners to drive innovation and eff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $119K *

Elevate the standard of early childhood education by leading a dynamic daycare center. Drive program development, staff management, and community engagement while ensuring compliance and fostering a n...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join us to shape innovative Jewish life initiatives, manage grants, and build impactful programs. Collaborate with leadership to transform ideas into reality, fostering community growth and engagement...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K *

Lead the development and implementation of facility management standards, ensuring compliance with regulations while overseeing maintenance, vendor relations, and staff training to enhance operational...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Transform the operational landscape by leading the launch of a cutting-edge platform, ensuring alignment across diverse teams, and driving execution to meet business and customer needs while scaling f...

5 days ago

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

$131K - $163K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering quality and efficiency in digital services. As a pivotal leader, you'll guide operations, foster collaboration, and drive growth while ensuring client satisf...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Lead and execute complex investigations into allegations of waste, fraud, and financial mismanagement. Collaborate with university leadership and external agencies to ensure thorough and effective res...

5 days ago

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

$238K - $341K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing primary care providers, enhancing clinical quality and patient satisfaction while managing direct patient care and team performance in a dynamic heal...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $341K *

Transform clinical care by guiding a dedicated team of primary care providers to enhance patient outcomes while ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery and operational efficiency at your assigned ce...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Elevate customer success by managing strategic federal programs, ensuring seamless implementation and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project execution and enh...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic growth and operational excellence in cardiology, fostering physician partnerships and overseeing clinical and financial performance to enhance patient care and organizational success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $332K *

Transform the future of field operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance commercial effectiveness and drive measurable impact across customer-facing teams. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.