Operations Director Jobs in Indianapolis, IN
Operations Director jobs in Indianapolis are concentrated in the Meridian-Kessler corridor, Downtown, and the Keystone at the Crossing district, driven by demand in logistics, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. Employers hiring right now include Elanco, Prime Hospitality, and Indiana University Health. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Director-Clinical Operations, Adult Academic Health Center
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Director – Clinical Operations, Adult Academic Health Center
Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our IU Health’s leadership team in the role of Director-Clinical Operations, Adult Academic Health Center.
The Director-Clinical Operations, Adult Academic Health Center provides administrative direction to the multi-disciplinary care center with an emphasis on quality management and enhanced customer service. This leader is responsible for providing leadership in all facets of patient care and is accountable for the initiation and completion of business and unit plans that ensure quality while utilizing available resources efficiently. This leader is accountable for alignment of the care center vision with the organization mission, values and excellence goals (people, service, financial, clinical) and may be responsible for 24-hour accountability.
Key Relationships
Reports to: Vice President - Chief Nursing Officer, Adult Academic Health Center
Candidate Qualifications
Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies.
- Masters of Nursing or related field is required or actively enrolled.
- Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
- Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
- Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
- Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
- Requires completion Clinical Specialty Professional Certification within 1 year upon meeting eligibility requirements.
- Requires 7-10 years of relevant experience.
Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.
IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana.
Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We’re looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.
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Operations Director Jobs in Indianapolis: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a operations director job in Indianapolis?
The strongest path is targeting Indianapolis's three dominant hiring sectors: logistics and distribution, healthcare systems, and advanced manufacturing. Employers along the I-70 and I-465 corridors, the downtown medical corridor, and the Keystone business district post the most roles. Candidates who can show measurable cost reductions, cross-functional team leadership, and familiarity with lean or Six Sigma methods stand out most in this market.
Which companies hire operations directors in Indianapolis?
Employers hiring operations directors in Indianapolis right now include Elanco, Prime Hospitality, and Indiana University Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indianapolis draws a wide mix of large regional health systems, national logistics firms with Midwest distribution hubs, and mid-sized manufacturers, giving candidates strong options at both the corporate and plant-operations level.
Are there remote operations director jobs in Indianapolis?
Yes, though availability is limited by nature since operations director roles typically require on-site presence to oversee teams, facilities, and supply chains. About 67% of operations director openings tied to Indianapolis are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, skewing toward companies where strategy, vendor management, and analytics make up the bulk of the work. Fully remote roles appear most often with software-enabled logistics and business-services firms headquartered downtown.
How can I get a operations director job in Indianapolis with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an operations manager or senior coordinator role at one of Indianapolis's large distribution centers, hospital networks, or regional manufacturers before stepping up. Companies along the South Side industrial corridor and in Plainfield's logistics park regularly hire operations supervisors who build toward director-level positions. Demonstrating process improvement results, even at smaller scale, and earning a PMP or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt credential significantly strengthens a local candidacy.
Which industries hire the most operations directors in Indianapolis?
The sectors hiring the most operations directors in Indianapolis are Science & Research and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indianapolis's position as a national logistics crossroads, combined with its large healthcare and life-sciences employment base and legacy manufacturing presence, makes those sectors consistently the deepest source of local operations leadership openings.
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