Director, Technical Services Jobs

Explore Director, Technical Services jobs for experienced leaders who oversee technical support, service delivery, infrastructure, and operational teams. These roles connect business priorities with reliable, high-quality technology services—and often offer compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Technical Services Do?

Directors of technical services set service strategy and guide the teams and systems that keep an organization’s technology running effectively. Depending on the employer, responsibilities may include managing technical support and service operations, improving service quality, overseeing infrastructure or systems, setting policies and performance measures, and coordinating with engineering, IT, security, and business leaders.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Value

Employers commonly look for a mix of technical understanding and leadership experience. Relevant strengths may include service delivery management, IT operations, infrastructure oversight, budgeting, vendor management, process improvement, incident response, and communication with executive stakeholders. Requirements vary by organization, industry, and the scope of the role.

Find Director, Technical Services Roles

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, industries, and compensation details to find a Director, Technical Services position that aligns with your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Optimize supply chain strategies to enhance material availability and production readiness. Lead cross-functional teams in planning, inventory management, and compliance, driving continuous improvemen...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $123K *

Oversee and lead Environmental Services, managing a diverse team and a $17M budget. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational performance, and ensure high-quality services across campus facilit...

2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $230K *

Elevate operational effectiveness by analyzing user needs and mission requirements. Lead cyber operations within an OT/Cyber lab, ensuring alignment with Full Spectrum Cyber initiatives through resear...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead market expansion and operations, building high-performing teams and driving growth through strategic partnerships and compliance with global standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $150K *

Lead innovative water resource projects, enhancing your engineering expertise through collaboration on diverse, multi-discipline initiatives that shape the future of transportation infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform the Software Business Model by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and drive operational e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Transform the Software Business Model by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering innovation. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences and drive operational e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive technical leadership in process automation for Water/Wastewater projects, overseeing control system design, programming, and project execution while ensuring adherence to industry standards and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K *

Transform the future of public safety as a Director of Product Management, leading a high-performing team to define and deliver innovative SaaS products. Collaborate across departments to drive produc...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence and strategic growth at an imaging center, ensuring high-quality patient care, financial performance, and a collaborative work environment while driving initi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $174K *

Join us to lead and enhance complex environmental consulting projects, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to ensure excellence in project delivery...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$232K - $348K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional client programmes across the Americas. Lead operational excellence, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive strategic initiatives to ensure h...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $255K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading cross-functional teams to drive client success. Leverage extensive experience in management consulting and technology to deliver high-quality results in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage a dynamic engineering services team, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective leadership, resource planning, and continuous improvement in automation solutions...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading teams to achieve service, quality, and cost objectives. Drive performance through collaboration, continuous improvement, and strategic planning to meet custom...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and optimize engineering services operations, leading a customer-focused team to enhance service delivery, efficiency, and profitability while fostering strong client relationships and continu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $185K *

Optimize production operations by leading safety initiatives, managing budgets, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with teams to achieve efficiency and meet sales objectives while fostering a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $95K *

Optimize your IT career by managing infrastructure and providing critical tech support while enhancing cybersecurity and user experiences across the organization. Join a dynamic environment and drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead supply chain transformation initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment and cross-functional collaboration while managing risk and performance metrics. Drive successful execution and support new ca...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as you lead estimating efforts for property loss projects, collaborating with industry partners to ensure accuracy and profitability while driving business growth through strong...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive emergency response and accurate estimating for property loss, ensuring seamless service delivery and profitable execution while cultivating strong B2B relationships in a dynamic, relationship-fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of training programs and craft standards while leading field operations to enhance quality and consistency. Collaborate with teams to elevate skills and support product deploy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Transform fleet operations by leading 24/7 monitoring and enhancing reliability for critical power generation assets. Collaborate across teams to drive performance, manage incidents, and optimize oper...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic initiatives and fostering innovation as a technical thought leader. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance productivity and operational excellence while...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation and influence strategic initiatives as a technical leader, collaborating with business leaders to enhance productivity and operational excellence while mentoring teams and fostering a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Technical Services do?question toggle

    A Director of Technical Services leads technical service teams and operations, helping ensure technology services meet organizational needs. The role may cover support, infrastructure, service delivery, vendor relationships, and operational performance.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Director, Technical Services jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek substantial experience in technical or IT operations and a record of leading teams or service functions. Specific education, certifications, and technical expertise depend on the employer and the role.

  • How much do Director, Technical Services jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for current salary information.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Technical Services?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include service delivery leadership, technical operations, infrastructure management, strategic planning, budgeting, vendor oversight, process improvement, and clear communication with technical and business stakeholders.

  • Where can I find Director, Technical Services jobs?question toggle

    Browse Director, Technical Services listings on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare roles by their responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.