COO Jobs in Arizona

COO jobs in Arizona are active and competitive, concentrated in technology, financial services, healthcare, and real estate development, with openings at every level from emerging operations leaders through seasoned executives. Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe anchor the majority of hiring, with well-established employers like Banner Health, Intel, and American Express drawing consistent demand for operations leadership. The most sought-after specialties in Arizona are healthcare operations, tech-sector scaling, and financial services strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles88
Top employerApplebee's
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring20
Work type64% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Raytheon
Operations Finance Associate Director - M6 - (Onsite)
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Operations Finance Associate Director - M6 - (Onsite)
Raytheon
Tucson, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$157k - $299k/yr
On-Site
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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Copperstate Ambulance
Director of Operations
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Copperstate Ambulance
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Director of Operations
Copperstate Ambulance
Prescott, Arizona
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
CPR Certification

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BASIS.ed
Operations Director
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Operations Director
BASIS.ed
Scottsdale, Arizona
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
1,001-5,000

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IQVIA
Sr. Strategic Operations Director
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IQVIA
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Sr. Strategic Operations Director
IQVIA
Phoenix, Arizona
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Support
Sales
$123k - $344k/yr
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Director of Eviction Operations
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Director of Eviction Operations
Rise48 Equity- Fundamental
Scottsdale, Arizona
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
$95k - $125k/yr
On-Site
Paralegal Certificate

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COO Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tucson
9 jobs
Tempe
7 jobs
Scottsdale
7 jobs
Glendale
5 jobs
Mesa
4 jobs
Lake Havasu City
3 jobs
Avondale
2 jobs
Chandler
2 jobs

COO Job Market in Arizona

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

Who's Hiring

Applebee's
Applebee's5 open roles
Greystar
Greystar2 open roles
Oscar Health
Oscar Health2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Insurance
  • Non-Profit & Social Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in COO jobs across Arizona.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field required
  • Ten or more years of progressive leadership experience in operations or business management
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead cross-functional teams at scale
  • Experience driving strategic planning, budgeting, and P&L oversight across multiple departments
  • Strong background in process optimization, performance metrics, and organizational efficiency
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred, especially for enterprise-level Arizona employers

COO Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a coo in Arizona?

There is no state-issued license or exam required to work as a coo in Arizona. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or operations, followed by progressive management roles across functions like finance, sales, or supply chain. Arizona employers, particularly in healthcare and technology, increasingly favor candidates with an MBA or executive education. Building a record of cross-functional leadership within Arizona's dominant industries accelerates the path to a chief operating role.

Which companies hire coos in Arizona?

Employers hiring coos in Arizona right now include Applebee's, Greystar, and Oscar Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's mix of major corporate headquarters, regional health systems, and fast-growing technology firms means demand for operations leadership is spread across several distinct industries in the state.

Which Arizona cities have the most coo jobs?

Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe have the most coo openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates due to its concentration of corporate headquarters, major hospital systems, and financial services firms, while Scottsdale and Tempe attract demand through their dense clusters of technology companies, startups, and professional services firms that consistently seek experienced operations executives.

Are there remote coo jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical roles, since coos are typically expected to be present for leadership decisions and team oversight. About 36% of coo openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a growing tolerance for flexible arrangements at the executive level. Strategy, reporting, and external partner functions are the areas most likely to be performed remotely.

How can I get hired as a coo in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations director or VP of operations role first, which large Arizona employers like Banner Health, Dignity Health, and major Phoenix-area technology firms hire for regularly. Targeting director-level roles in project management, supply chain, or business operations at these institutions builds the cross-functional leadership experience Arizona coo searches require. An MBA from Arizona State University or the University of Arizona also strengthens candidacy significantly when direct C-suite experience is limited.

Where can I find and apply to coo jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to coo jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing without any additional steps required.

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