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Harlem Village Academies

Operations Director

New York, NY · On-site

$97K - $121K/yr

Serving 98% Black and Latino students, HVA consistently outperforms the district, city, and state ... The Operations Director will focus relentlessly on putting teachers' needs first by creating high ...

Heritage Grocers Group

District Director

Ontario, CA · On-site

The District Director partners with the Regional Department Director to execute programs that ... Operational Excellence: Proven track of providing excellent results, shows persistence and ...

NatureBridge

Operations Director

Manassas, VA · On-site

$60K - $63K/yr

Develop and maintain relationships with schools, school districts, and group coordinators ... Provide direct customer service attention and troubleshooting; mediate conflicts and address ...

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How much do district operations director jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for district operations director in the United States is $107,680.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a District Operations Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a District Operations Director, you need strong leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise, and a background in business administration or a related field. Familiarity with operations management software, budgeting tools, and often a relevant certification like Lean Six Sigma or PMP is highly valuable. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills are crucial for effectively managing multiple locations and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications are essential to drive operational efficiency, achieve business goals, and foster a high-performing, cohesive team across the district.

How does a District Operations Director typically collaborate with other departments to achieve organizational goals?

A District Operations Director often works closely with department heads, such as sales, finance, and human resources, to ensure alignment on strategic objectives and operational efficiency. Regular cross-functional meetings and joint planning sessions help address challenges and identify opportunities for improvement across the district. This collaboration is essential for maintaining consistent standards, driving performance, and implementing company-wide initiatives effectively. Being proactive and communicative is key, as these interactions frequently involve troubleshooting issues and coordinating resources to meet district targets.

What are District Operations Directors?

District Operations Directors are senior management professionals responsible for overseeing the operations of multiple locations or branches within a specific geographic district. They ensure that each site meets organizational standards for performance, compliance, and customer service. Their duties often include budgeting, staff management, implementing company policies, and acting as a liaison between upper management and individual locations. District Operations Directors play a crucial role in achieving business goals, driving operational efficiency, and maintaining consistency across all sites within their district.

What is the difference between District Operations Director vs District Manager?

AspectDistrict Operations DirectorDistrict Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple districts, develops strategic plans, manages regional operationsManages daily operations within a specific district, focuses on team performance and sales
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, extensive experience in operations or managementUsually requires a bachelor's degree, experience in retail or service management
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, regional meetings, strategic planning sessionsOn-site in stores or facilities within the district

The District Operations Director generally has broader strategic responsibilities across multiple districts, focusing on high-level planning and regional oversight. In contrast, the District Manager concentrates on day-to-day operations and team management within a specific district. Both roles require relevant experience and similar educational backgrounds, but their scope and focus differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various District Operations Director job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 34% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,680 per year, or $51.8 per hour.
23240 - Project Administrator District Operations

23240 - Project Administrator District Operations

Virginia Department of Transportation

Suffolk, VA • On-site

$89.38K - $145.24K/yr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Virginia Department Of Transportation rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

570th of 639 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Job Description
Conduct complex analyses and provide support to assigned operational program area. To lead, direct, and coordinate the identification, prioritization, planning, programming, and project development oversight for district operations related transportation projects. Provide resource management oversight regarding workload, manpower, and contract and consultant requirements for defined operations, and operations-maintenance programs. Develop and manage appropriate project performance metrics in consultation with district operations anchors. Serve as a liaison to District Planning and Investment Manager and Operations Division ITS Project Development.
How you will contribute:
  • Project Development Coordination: Oversee the project development process for operations projects. Manage the overall project plan including maintaining of the schedule of projects meeting major milestones. Ensure all operations contracts properly use special provisions and standards.
  • Project Planning: Develop operations improvement projects and contract requirements. Coordinate investment decisions and candidate project pool.
  • Project Programming: Oversee the planning and programming of operations improvement projects to ensure completion and return on investment. Coordinate project development between Operations Division staff and District Operations staff.

    • What will make you successful:
  • Ability to deliver presentations and conduct meetings.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare technical reports.
  • Ability to make professional decisions and recommendations and provide technical and policy support to the District.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment, a diverse workforce, and manage multiple assignments.
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively and to build consensus and provide technical and policy support to the District.
  • Knowledge of ITS architecture, telecommunication, infrastructure design, GIS and technologies related to ITS.
  • Knowledge of budgeting, contract negotiation, contract management, personnel management, and performance management.
  • Knowledge of quality control, maintenance of construction schedules, safety, subcontractor responsibility, and client relations.
  • Knowledge of the programming development and management process including pertinent scheduling and cost estimating systems.
  • Knowledge of transportation and system engineering, project management, resource and workload management, ITS, construction management, and strategic planning techniques.
  • Skill and ability to positively interact with employees, citizens and government officials, orally and in writing.
  • Skill in leadership, management, negotiations, project management software, and spreadsheet analysis.
  • Skill in providing advice and guidance to senior field management as well as executive management in the organization.
  • Skill in the use of computers, software applications and/or web-based applications.

    • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to make professional decisions, recommendations, provide technical and policy support to the district.
  • Ability to work independently and cooperatively and to build consensus and provide technical and policy support to the District.
  • Experience in budgeting, contract negotiation, contract management, personnel management, and performance management.
  • Experience in programming development and management process including pertinent scheduling and cost estimating systems.
  • Experience in quality control, maintenance of construction schedules, safety, subcontractor responsibility, and client relations.
  • Experience in transportation engineering, systems engineering, project management, resource management, workload management, ITS, construction management, and strategic planning.
  • Experience with ITS architecture, telecommunications, infrastructure design, GIS and information technology concepts that apply to ITS.
  • Skill in leadership, management, negotiations, project management software, and spreadsheet analysis.
  • Skill in providing advice and guidance to senior field management as well as executive management in the organization.
  • Skill in the use of computers and web based applications.

    • Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, Systems Engineering, Transportation Planning or related field desired.
  • Experience dealing with local government, elected officials, citizens and engineering consultants.
  • Professional Engineer license or PMP.
  • Project management, traffic engineering and transportation planning experience.

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    VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
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    About Us
    VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.
    In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
    Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer.
    Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:
    • Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
    • DMV Record Check
    • Work History Verification
    • References
    • Pre-employment physical
    • Drug screen

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