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.
$162K - $238K *
Design and optimize R&D operations to enhance organizational effectiveness through data-driven insights, collaboration, and governance. Partner cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and e...
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$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient ca...
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Director, Organizational Development and Excellence
$125K - $130K *
Optimize organizational capability and employee growth by leading strategic initiatives in development, learning, and change management. Drive effectiveness through assessments, governance, and contin...
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Senior Director of Clinical Study Governance
$200K - $210K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of clinical studies by overseeing governance processes, optimizing procedures, and fostering strategic relationships to enhance the utilization of blood and cellu...
1 week ago
Director, Value Based Care Network & Operations Strategy
$147K - $214K *
Drive impactful strategies in value-based care, enhancing operational performance and network optimization. Collaborate cross-functionally to improve Total Cost of Care while leading initiatives that...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $90K *
Shape the future of memory care by leading programming, managing staff, and ensuring personalized resident care. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance service plans and maintain compliance whil...
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$130K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining event operations by leading a dynamic group to execute impactful live and virtual events. Drive strategic planning, manage logistics, and enhance customer experiences whi...
2 weeks ago
User Facilities Director for MATRIX-MIP and Facility Manager for Hard Materials Lab (HML)
$120K *
Unlock potential by leading the MATRIX-MIP user program and Hard Materials Lab. Drive operations, manage staff, and establish a collaborative environment for research in extreme conditions, ensuring e...
3 weeks ago
$77K - $116K *
Manage the Neurology Medication Access Program, providing strategic and operational leadership for medication access and delivery, overseeing infusion and specialty therapeutics, and ensuring optimal...
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PMO Center of Excellence Manager
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of project management by leading the PMO Center of Excellence, enhancing strategic initiatives, and ensuring measurable outcomes across the organization through effective governance a...
2 weeks ago
Director-Business Operations - Student Union
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee business operations, financial planning, and resource management. Lead and coordinate departmental activities while ensuring compliance and enhancing productivity throug...
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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing facilities management in healthcare. Oversee engineering, maintenance, and compliance processes while ensuring safety standards and vendor management to enha...
1 week ago
$131K - $198K *
Lead the charge in optimizing mid-revenue cycle operations, ensuring strategic alignment and operational efficiency while fostering team development and compliance with regulatory standards to enhance...
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Program Manager - Trauma Center
$143K - $185K *
Empower trauma care excellence by managing adult and pediatric programs, overseeing quality assurance, and enhancing education initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure complianc...
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Program Manager - Trauma Center
$143K - $185K *
Oversee and enhance trauma programs, ensuring quality care from pre-hospital to discharge. Manage education, compliance, and data collection while promoting injury prevention and coordinating with mul...
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$120K - $130K *
Champion the integrity and compliance of clinical trials, overseeing operations and ensuring participant safety while managing research coordinators and collaborating on process improvements for optim...
1 week ago
$160K - $200K *
Oversee the full lifecycle of industrial capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Lead cross-functional teams and manage project controls while driving successful outcomes for...
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$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining project management excellence. Lead our PMO, guiding a talented group of Project Managers to ensure successful project execution, foster collaboration, and drive continuo...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in shaping People & Culture strategy for Houston, driving HR initiatives across Texas. Build relationships with clinical leaders, manage employee relations, and enhance workplace cultu...
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$110K - $130K *
Engage with leaders to drive People & Culture strategy in Houston, fostering relationships and supporting growth. Lead HR initiatives across Texas, ensuring a responsive, judgment-driven approach to e...
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Manager, AI and Data Governance Operations
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of information governance by coordinating AI and data compliance across multiple teams. Lead assessments, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure adherence to privacy and securit...
Reposted 1 week ago
Service Line Director - Perioperative Services
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of pre-operative care by developing standardized processes and optimizing patient health across multiple campuses. Lead multidisciplinary teams, enhance operational efficiency, and en...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $200K *
Join a team that's redefining workplace benefits by leading innovative programs, ensuring compliance, and enhancing employee experiences while managing leave and vendor relationships for optimal organ...
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$125K *
Lead the development and management of warehouse operations, ensuring production, quality, and safety goals are met while optimizing resources and fostering team motivation for continuous improvement...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead and optimize warehouse operations, managing teams and resources to enhance efficiency, productivity, and profitability while ensuring compliance with safety standards and customer satisfaction...
1 week 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.