Chief Operating Officer Jobs in Oregon

Chief Operating Officer jobs in Oregon are concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Bend, where technology companies, healthcare systems, and consumer goods firms anchor the market across corporate headquarters and regional operations. Nike, Providence Health & Services, and PacificSource Health Plans are among the established Oregon employers that regularly need chief operating officers to lead enterprise-wide execution and strategic scaling. Demand is strongest in operational leadership, healthcare administration, and technology-driven growth management, with openings at both the division level and full C-suite. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles41
Top employerCentria Healthcare
Top cityPortland, OR
Cities hiring17
Work type50% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Director Operations
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Director Operations
RiverPlace Hotel
Portland, Oregon
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management

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CVS Health
Lead Director - Security Operations Center (SOC)
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Lead Director - Security Operations Center (SOC)
CVS Health
Salem, Oregon
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$144k - $288k/yr
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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West Hills Health & Rehabilitation
Director of Culinary Operations
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Director of Culinary Operations
West Hills Health & Rehabilitation
Portland, Oregon
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Food Safety Manager Certification

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Kaiser Permanente
Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer
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Executive Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer
Kaiser Permanente
Portland, Oregon
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
$74k - $96k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Chief Operating Officer
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Chief Operating Officer
Sussman Shank LLP
Portland, Oregon
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Hybrid

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Chief Operating Officer Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Portland
17 jobs
Salem
4 jobs
Bend
3 jobs
Eugene
2 jobs
Wilsonville
2 jobs
Canby
1 job
Newberg
1 job
Roseburg
1 job
Sherwood
1 job

Chief Operating Officer Job Market in Oregon

A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Centria Healthcare
Centria Healthcare2 open roles
Cascade Living
Cascade Living2 open roles
CARVANA
CARVANA1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Agriculture & Farming

What Oregon Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in chief operating officer jobs across Oregon.

  • At least ten years of progressive operational leadership experience, including executive-level accountability
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead cross-functional teams in complex or regulated Oregon industries
  • Track history of driving revenue growth, cost reduction, and process optimization at scale
  • Experience with P&L ownership and financial planning in multi-site or multi-division organizations
  • MBA or equivalent advanced degree strongly preferred for corporate and healthcare-sector roles

Chief Operating Officer Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a chief operating officer in Oregon?

Reaching a chief operating officer role in Oregon typically requires building a foundation in business, finance, or a sector-specific discipline, followed by progressive leadership through director and VP-level positions. Oregon's technology, healthcare, and consumer products industries favor candidates who can show measurable operational impact across multiple functions. There is no state-issued license specific to the role, but healthcare COOs often pursue credentials aligned with Oregon Health Authority compliance and operational standards.

How much do chief operating officers make in Oregon?

Chief operating officers in Oregon earn a median of about $341,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $179,550 for the lowest 10% to over $772,840 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire chief operating officers in Oregon?

Oregon chief operating officer roles are posted by Centria Healthcare, Cascade Living, and CARVANA and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Oregon's mix of global corporate headquarters, regional healthcare networks, and high-growth technology firms keeps demand for executive operational leaders relatively steady throughout the year.

Which Oregon cities have the most chief operating officer jobs?

Portland, Salem, and Bend have the most chief operating officer openings in Oregon right now. Portland drives the largest share because of its density of corporate headquarters, major healthcare systems, and technology firms, while Salem draws demand from state government, healthcare administration, and regulated industries, and Bend reflects growth from regional employers and technology companies expanding into Central Oregon.

Are there remote chief operating officer jobs in Oregon?

Yes, but they are uncommon. Chief operating officers are typically expected to be present for cross-functional leadership, board engagement, and operational oversight, which limits full remote arrangements. About 50% of chief operating officer openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and where flexibility exists it tends to apply to strategy, reporting, and partnership functions rather than day-to-day operational management.

How can I get hired as a chief operating officer in Oregon with little or no experience?

The most realistic path for someone early in their career is to build operational depth in a director or senior manager role within Oregon's healthcare, technology, or consumer goods sectors before making a case for executive responsibility. Large Oregon employers like Providence Health & Services and Nike run structured leadership development programs that move high-performing managers toward operational ownership. Pursuing an MBA from an Oregon institution and taking on P&L or cross-functional project accountability accelerates that progression.

Where can I find and apply to chief operating officer jobs in Oregon?

You can find and apply to chief operating officer jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your industry background and seniority level, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and the scope of responsibility you are ready to take on.

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