Director, Field Operations Jobs

Director, Field Operations roles are senior leadership positions for professionals who oversee teams, sites, and services operating outside a company’s central office. These leaders turn business priorities into reliable field execution, balancing operational performance, customer experience, safety, and cost control. Explore vetted Director, Field Operations opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Field Operations Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry, but directors commonly set operating standards, guide regional or distributed teams, and ensure consistent service across locations. They may lead workforce planning, budgets, vendor relationships, compliance, and operational improvement initiatives. The role often involves partnering with executive leadership and translating company goals into measurable plans for field managers and frontline teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for substantial operations leadership experience, a record of managing distributed teams, and strong judgment in fast-moving environments. Useful capabilities include strategic planning, financial and data analysis, process improvement, communication, change management, and knowledge of relevant safety or regulatory requirements. Experience with field service platforms, workforce systems, and performance dashboards may also be valuable.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director, Field Operations positions appear across sectors such as logistics, telecommunications, construction, energy, healthcare, retail, facilities management, and business services. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on regional operations, field service delivery, multi-site performance, or a specialized operational function. Career paths can lead to vice president of operations, chief operating officer, or other enterprise leadership roles.

Finding Director, Field Operations Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its scope, location, travel expectations, team size, and compensation details. Tailor your résumé to highlight measurable results—such as improved productivity, lower operating costs, stronger safety performance, or better customer outcomes—and set up job alerts to stay current on new openings.

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Director of Field Operations?question toggle

    A Director of Field Operations leads teams, locations, or services working outside a company’s central office. The role is responsible for translating business goals into consistent field performance, often across multiple regions or sites.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Field Operations jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek extensive operations leadership experience, a history of managing distributed teams, and strengths in budgeting, performance analysis, process improvement, and communication. Requirements vary by industry and may include specific regulatory, technical, or safety expertise.

  • How much do Director, Field Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and other compensation details.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Field Operations?question toggle

    Hiring industries include logistics, telecommunications, construction, energy, healthcare, retail, facilities management, and business services, among others.

  • How can I stand out when applying for a Director, Field Operations role?question toggle

    Show the scale of your leadership and quantify outcomes. Highlight results such as improved service levels, productivity gains, cost savings, safety improvements, and successful management of multi-site or regional teams.