Department Manager, Operations
No longer listedThis position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Department Manager, Operations based in United States.
The Department Manager, Operations will lead the daily performance and continuous improvement of a customer-focused operational team within a mission-driven environment.
This role is responsible for ensuring efficient service delivery, strong team performance, and a consistently high-quality customer experience.
The position combines operational leadership, employee development, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
You will guide supervisors, resolve complex challenges, and help shape strategies that improve productivity and service outcomes.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can balance business priorities with people-focused management.
This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a large-scale organization focused on supporting members and communities.
The role requires strong judgment, adaptability, and the ability to drive positive change in a fast-paced operational setting
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Department Manager, Operations based in United States.
The Department Manager, Operations will lead the daily performance and continuous improvement of a customer-focused operational team within a mission-driven environment.
This role is responsible for ensuring efficient service delivery, strong team performance, and a consistently high-quality customer experience.
The position combines operational leadership, employee development, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration.
You will guide supervisors, resolve complex challenges, and help shape strategies that improve productivity and service outcomes.
The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can balance business priorities with people-focused management.
This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a large-scale organization focused on supporting members and communities.
The role requires strong judgment, adaptability, and the ability to drive positive change in a fast-paced operational setting
Accountabilities:
- Manage daily department operations, ensuring service levels, productivity goals, attendance expectations, and customer experience standards are consistently achieved.
- Monitor operational performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and first-contact resolution.
- Lead, coach, and mentor supervisors by providing guidance, performance feedback, conflict resolution support, and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitate supervisor meetings, support quality assurance initiatives, and promote consistent coaching practices across the team.
- Partner with leadership teams on strategic planning, operational projects, communication initiatives, and process improvement efforts.
- Review and update procedures, workflows, and role expectations to support evolving business needs and operational effectiveness.
- Oversee employee performance management activities, including goal setting, evaluations, recognition, and recommendations related to compensation decisions.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, privacy standards, and industry best practices.
- Collaborate with internal teams including technology, web, human resources, and other operational departments to improve processes and coordinate initiatives.
- Support recruiting, onboarding, training, workforce planning, and business continuity activities to maintain strong operational readiness.
- Build effective relationships with employees, stakeholders, and external partners to resolve issues and encourage collaboration.
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or 5–7 years of related professional experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience leading teams and supporting employee development.
- Experience managing operational teams, customer service functions, call centers, or similar service environments preferred.
- Strong understanding of business processes, service delivery operations, and customer experience practices.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate issues and recommend effective solutions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of an organization.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage projects from planning through completion.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining focus on operational goals.
- Professionalism, reliability, flexibility, and a strong commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Competitive annual salary range of $88,000–$109,000, based on skills, experience, education, certifications, internal equity, and organizational needs.
- Comprehensive health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage with family benefits fully paid by the organization.
- Company-funded pension plan at no cost to employees.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
- Paid vacation and paid time off programs.
- Flexible start times and hybrid work-from-home flexibility.
- Lunch stipend for onsite café access.
- Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
- Supportive nonprofit environment focused on employee growth, collaboration, and long-term impact.
The Department Manager, Operations is responsible for overseeing operational activities, developing leaders, improving processes, and ensuring service excellence. This role requires strong collaboration across teams, effective problem-solving, and the ability to translate organizational goals into measurable operational outcomes.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate brings proven operational leadership experience, strong communication abilities, and a track record of managing teams in a complex, service-oriented environment. Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, business judgment, and the ability to drive improvements while maintaining a customer-first approach.