Operations Director Jobs in Illinois
Operations Director jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Mettawa and other Illinois metros, with employers like AbbVie, Nimble Therapeutics, and Alvarez & Marsal hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Hospital Sisters Health System is recruiting a Chief Operating Officer to lead our Central Illinois Market. The market structure includes five Illinois based HSHS hospitals and is based at our flagship hospital, HSHS St. John’s, in Springfield, IL. This role is responsible for operations at HSHS St. John’s Hospital as well as overall market operational oversight. This role reports directly to the Central Illinois Market President & CEO.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned operational leader that is confident managing in a matrix environment with proven success in a hospital setting with growth, strategy, culture, and overall operations. The ideal candidate is also comfortable in community involvement throughout the market.
Market structure:
- Five Illinois based HSHS Hospitals
- Includes Level 3 NICU
- Based in Springfield, IL
BENEFITS
HSHS has comprehensive benefit package designed exclusively for executive leaders. A variety of medical/dental/vision offerings along with unlimited time off, annual compensation incentive, relocation package, and robust retirement plan are just a few of our exciting offerings.
- Competitive relocation package
- Base salary with bonus potential
- Salary Range: $422,400 - $469,900
- A successful candidate's placement within the range will be based on several factors including direct healthcare CNO experience, certifications, and education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Master’s degree in business, healthcare administration, management, finance or related field is required.
- 7 years leadership experience role in a hospital or health system, multi-specialty group practice and/or integrated delivery system is required.
- Fellowship status in American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) is preferred.
- Operational oversight of a market of multiple hospitals or one flagship hospital is preferred.
HSHS INFORMATION
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS:
40
BENEFITS
HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
PAY RANGE:
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
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Operations Director Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- AbbVie15

- Nimble Therapeutics5

- Alvarez & Marsal4

- Grant Thornton4

- OSF HealthCare4

Top Industries Hiring
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals26
- Healthcare & Medical Services21
- Consulting & Professional Services18
- Technology & Software17
- Education12
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations director jobs across Illinois.
- 7 or more years of progressive operations management experience
- Demonstrated experience owning a P&L or departmental budget
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams of 20 or more people
- Bachelor's degree in business, operations management, engineering, or a related field
- Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent process improvement certification preferred
Operations Director Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many operations director jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 142+ operations director openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Mettawa. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
Which Illinois cities have the most operations director jobs?
Chicago, North Chicago, and Mettawa have the most operations director openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire operations directors in Illinois?
Employers hiring operations directors in Illinois include AbbVie, Nimble Therapeutics, and Alvarez & Marsal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote operations director jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 25% of operations director openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for operations director jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to operations director jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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