How to hire a regional director of operations

How to hire a regional director of operations, step by step

Here's a step-by-step regional director of operations hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a regional director of operations job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new regional director of operations
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your regional director of operations job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a regional director of operations for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a regional director of operations to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a regional director of operations that fits the bill.

   This list shows salaries for various types of regional directors of operations.

   Type of Regional Director Of Operations	Description	Hourly rate
   Regional Director Of Operations	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$37-82
   Operations Director	Operations directors oversee all company operations. They have the power to set the direction, change the course of the organization, and reform strategies to ensure efficiency in how the company operates... Show more	$31-78
   Operations Manager	Operations managers are in charge of running the main business of the organization. They ensure that the business is running smoothly from an operations standpoint... Show more	$22-59

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Healthcare
   • Customer Service
   • Patients
   • Oversight
   • Patient Care
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Home Health
   • Financial Performance
   • Direct Reports
   • Good Judgment
   • Professional Development
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Regional Operations
   • Human Resources

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead strategic alliance with regulatory agencies JCAHO, AAAHC and CMS.
   • Manage and accountable for regional budgets and the approval of payroll and expenses.
   • Create RFP's and manage outsource companies for all aspects of company needs.
   • Manage operational functions including payroll and district invoicing, and the reporting of each.
   • Lead a cross functional team task with creating the project plan and resource allocation for the FDA consent decree remediation project.
   • Establish and manage the mid-Atlantic regional office of a privately own legal education company that provide educational services to law students.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your regional director of operations job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A regional director of operations salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, regional directors of operations' average salary in utah is 60% less than in rhode island.
   • Seniority. Entry-level regional directors of operations earn 55% less than senior-level regional directors of operations.
   • Certifications. A regional director of operations with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a regional director of operations's salary.

   Average regional director of operations salary

   $115,156yearly

   $55.36 hourly rate

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   Entry-level regional director of operations salary

   $77,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 24, 2025

   Average regional director of operations salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Rhode Island	$155,220	$75
   2	District of Columbia	$153,305	$74
   3	Washington	$145,029	$70
   4	California	$135,585	$65
   5	New Jersey	$128,981	$62
   6	Massachusetts	$126,247	$61
   7	New York	$125,705	$60
   8	Virginia	$125,700	$60
   9	Colorado	$123,724	$59
   10	Wisconsin	$119,029	$57
   11	Michigan	$118,336	$57
   12	Ohio	$110,363	$53
   13	Indiana	$109,497	$53
   14	North Carolina	$107,690	$52
   15	Minnesota	$107,525	$52
   16	Pennsylvania	$102,363	$49
   17	Georgia	$99,686	$48
   18	Florida	$97,084	$47
   19	Oregon	$93,666	$45
   20	Illinois	$93,348	$45

   Average regional director of operations salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Meta	$174,236	$83.77	187
   2	RWJBarnabas Health	$154,258	$74.16	7
   3	Amazon	$152,813	$73.47	967
   4	Kaiser Permanente	$143,853	$69.16	57
   5	PacSun	$143,368	$68.93
   6	Starbucks	$142,716	$68.61	10
   7	FastMed Urgent Care	$141,406	$67.98
   8	Henry Ford Health System	$140,376	$67.49
   9	Concentra	$132,630	$63.76	9
   10	Pacifi	$131,667	$63.30	5
   11	First Transit	$131,335	$63.14
   12	Ericsson	$129,734	$62.37	1
   13	Ball	$128,264	$61.67	5
   14	Mohawk Industries	$127,790	$61.44	2
   15	CyrusOne	$127,333	$61.22	6
   16	Regis	$124,631	$59.92
   17	Community Medical Services	$123,425	$59.34	2
   18	Lennox International	$121,730	$58.52	10
   19	Pyramid Healthcare	$121,200	$58.27
   20	Hunter Engineering	$120,043	$57.71

4. Writing a regional director of operations job description

   A regional director of operations job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a regional director of operations job description:

   Regional director of operations job description example

   WatermarkRetirement Communities is one of the Top 25 Best Workplaces in Senior Housingfor Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing and HomeHealthcare. For over 30 years, we've been a company that celebrates people,their stories, and their meaningful interactions-because every interactionmatters! Watermark is focused on keeping our communities healthy and ourresidents thriving through leading edge technology and well-being programs thatbenefit our entire Watermark family. Learn more. Stay Safe. Be Well. We areproud of the talented and nurturing associates that have chosen to work for Watermark, and we honor each of them.
   WhyWork at Watermark Retirement Communities?
   Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow! Get Early Access to Earned Income!! Tuition Reimbursement Program (NEW*) Competitive Wages Excellent Benefits Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App Recognition and Rewards Program Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay 401k Program Associate Discounts Education and Training Programs Available
   
   We are without a doubt the most premier retirement community, and are a dream come true opportunity for a seasoned Director of Operations. Our ideal candidate will be a self-motivated, team player who has the desire to succeed. We care about our associates and provide a supportive environment that values trust and respect.
   
   If you are highly motivated and able to anticipate the needs of multiple senior housing communities, we would like to meet you. We are looking for someone that is fully knowledgeable of all operational aspects of a community. In this role you will support the Managing Director as well as the community Executive Director and management teams. Great understanding of state and federal regulations required. The ideal candidate for us has a great history making sound decisions regarding integrity and operations critically important to the success of our communities.
   
   We are looking for a leader that is a strategic planner, has an excellent ability to fiscally manage, supervise and educate and if you are someone that meets and exceeds the requirements highlighted above, we would like to hear from you!
   
   Job Requirements:
   
   Possesses the in depth understanding of senior housing Excellent communication skills Ability to prioritize demands, lead a team and make decisions Possess a strong sense of urgency Ability to work independently and as part of a team Computer literate with Word, Excel and online systems Fiscally responsible
   What we can offer you:
   
   Excellent training and onboarding program National and Regional support User friendly work computer systems Excellent benefits A seat at the table!
   Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ - proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.
   
   Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at Watermark or its affiliates via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Watermark as a result of the referral or through other means.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find regional directors of operations for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your regional director of operations job on Zippia to find and recruit regional director of operations candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting regional directors of operations requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new regional director of operations

   Once you've decided on a perfect regional director of operations candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new regional director of operations. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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