Regional Director Jobs in California
Regional Director jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in retail, healthcare, technology, financial services, and nonprofit sectors at levels from emerging regional managers through senior vice presidents overseeing multi-state territories. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Kaiser Permanente, Wells Fargo, and Salesforce, all of which maintain significant California operations and hire regional directors regularly. The most in-demand specialties are healthcare operations, retail field management, and technology sales leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Career Team is a leading workforce development organization on a mission to transform lives. We blend cutting-edge technology with compassionate, high-touch services to drive real, measurable outcomes in the lives of job seekers across the country. At Career Team, we're solving today's unemployment challenges with smart software, world-class trainers, dedicated case managers, dynamic job developers, and innovative partners. If you're passionate about making a difference and believe in the power of technology to transform lives, you'll feel right at home here.
The Regional Director of Operations will lead and oversee a region of Career Team's workforce operations with the potential to manage additional cities and projects as the organization continues to grow. This position is pivotal in driving the execution of the strategic plan within the region, ensuring excellence and integrity in workforce development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Workforce Development, encompassing core programs, business strategies, and the broader operational landscape. As a key member of the Corporate Management Team, the Regional Director will champion performance, inspire innovation, and uphold accountability across all areas.
While the Regional Director of Operations role is a remote role, the desired candidate must be able to successfully oversee operations and travel to designated projects.
Career TEAM also Offers a Competitive Total Rewards Package Including:
- 401k with a generous employer match;
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employee-sponsored HSA on any qualifying plans;
- Disability insurance;
- Basic life insurance offered to all employees with an opportunity to purchase options for the family;
- Supplemental insurance.
Your Impact on Career Team's Success:
- Oversees all operations to include successful implementation of workforce operations, company policies and procedures, quality assurance, and financial initiatives. Ultimately responsible for the day-to-day operations including financial, internal quality outcomes, external quality outcomes and customer relationships;
- Oversees the development of the annual operating and capital budgets for each location and ensures expenses comply with budget constraints and revenue meets or exceeds budgeted goals;
- Develops and maintains contact with current funding sources, potential funding sources and, if applicable, local and state legislators and political leaders;
- Ensures locations are compliant with client/funding source and regulatory requirements, Company and Corporate policies and procedures;
- Ensures the provision of quality service consistent with applicable laws/regulations and corporate policies/guidelines/standards. Oversees and participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities;
- Supervisor of local Executive Directors;
- Responsible for market growth in assigned region;
- Approves bid/contract development and submission, as necessary;
- Ensures implementation of corporate initiatives and directives;
- Approach each day and task with a "ZAG" mindset;
- Other duties and projects as needed.
Ideal Qualifications for this Role Include:
- Bachelor Degree;
- A minimum of five years experience with the proven ability to effectively manage systems, processes, and people;
- Experience in Workforce Development preferred;
- Five plus years of supervisory experience;
- Demonstrates the experience or ability for strategic development and management at an executive level;
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient maintain a high-level of confidentiality;
- Knowledge about the local region and relevant partners (preferred);
- The capability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, including the ability to perform and complete a high volume of work assignments with speed and accuracy, work cooperatively with others and showing courteousness and a high level of professionalism;
- The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, handle personnel matters effectively, and handle employee and personnel inquiries with sensitivity, tact and diplomacy;
- Able to travel locally and within the assigned region;
- A Valid Driver's License.
Travel: Up to 20% regional travel is expected.
Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 with the opportunity to earn an annual performance incentive.
Position Type: Salaried, Exempt
About Career Team:
Founded in 1996, Career Team, LLC is a private workforce development organization.
Career Team's outstanding record of accelerating the human condition has resulted in numerous honors:
- Named by Inc. Magazine as one of America's 500 fastest growing privately held companies
- Recipient of the US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for innovation
- Featured by 60 Minutes, CNN, Money Magazine, Inc. Magazine and the British Broadcasting Network as an innovative, government funded solutions program
- Invited to the White House after being cited by the National Welfare-to-Work Partnership and National Alliance of Business as a top 10 US training provider
As a socially conscious organization, Career Team has found a healthy balance between for-profit innovation and community enrichment. Looking ahead, the organization will continue to close the nation's opportunity divide with additional government-funded workforce sites; while also building staff capacity of workforce funding sources and industry providers. See www.careerteam.com for more information.
Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Background Check Requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for the position.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"). Career Team is committed to complying with the CCPA and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. Career Team collects and uses Personal Information for human resources, employment, benefits administration, health and safety, and business-related purposes and to be in legal compliance. Below are the categories of Personal Information we collect and the purposes for which we intend to use this information:
Identifying information, such as your full name, gender, date of birth, and signature; Demographic data, such as race, ethnic origin, marital status, disability, and veteran or military status; Contact information, such as your home address, telephone numbers, email addresses, and emergency contact information; Dependent's or other individual's information, such as their full name, address, date of birth, and Social Security numbers (SSN); National identifiers, such as SSN, passport and visa information, and immigration status and documentation; Educational and professional background, such as your work history, academic and professional qualifications, educational records, references, and interview notes; Employment details, such as your job title, position, hire dates, compensation, performance and disciplinary records, and vacation and sick leave records; Financial information, such as banking details, tax information, payroll information, and withholdings; Health and Safety information, such as health conditions (if relevant to your employment), job restrictions, workplace illness and injury information, and health insurance policy information; Information Systems (IS) information, such as your search history, browsing history, login information, and IP addresses on the Company's information systems and networks; Biometric information, such as facial recognition, fingerprints, iris or retina scans, keystroke, or other physical patterns; and Geolocation data, such as time and physical location related to use of an internet website, application, device, or physical access to a Company office location.
The Company collects Personal Information to use or disclose as appropriate to:
(1) Comply with all applicable laws and regulations; (2) Recruit and evaluate job applicants and candidates for employment; (3) Conduct background checks; (4) Manage your employment relationship with us, including for: (a) onboarding processes; (b) timekeeping, payroll, and expense report administration; (c) employee benefits administration; (d) employee training and development requirements; (d) the creation, maintenance, and security of your online employee accounts; (e) reaching your emergency contacts when needed, such as when you are not reachable or are injured or ill; (f) workers' compensation claims management; (g) employee job performance, including goals and performance reviews, promotions, discipline, and termination; and (h) other human resources purposes; (5) Manage and monitor employee access to company facilities, equipment, and systems; (6) Conduct internal audits and workplace investigations; (7) Investigate and enforce compliance with and potential breaches of Company policies and procedures; (8) Engage in corporate transactions requiring review of employee records, such as for evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions of the Company; (9) Maintain commercial insurance policies and coverages, including for workers' compensation and other liability insurance; (10) Perform workforce analytics, data analytics, and benchmarking; (11) Administer and maintain the Company's operations, including for safety purposes; (12) For client marketing purposes; (13) Exercise or defend the legal rights of the Company and its employees, and affiliates, customers, contractors, and agents; and (14) to comply with requirements of government grants, including, but not limited to, program and audit requirements.
Career Team is a leading workforce development organization on a mission to transform lives. We blend cutting-edge technology with compassionate, high-touch services to drive real, measurable outcomes in the lives of job seekers across the country. At Career Team, we're solving today's unemployment challenges with smart software, world-class trainers, dedicated case managers, dynamic job developers, and innovative partners. If you're passionate about making a difference and believe in the power of technology to transform lives, you'll feel right at home here.
The Regional Director of Operations will lead and oversee a region of Career Team's workforce operations with the potential to manage additional cities and projects as the organization continues to grow. This position is pivotal in driving the execution of the strategic plan within the region, ensuring excellence and integrity in workforce development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of Workforce Development, encompassing core programs, business strategies, and the broader operational landscape. As a key member of the Corporate Management Team, the Regional Director will champion performance, inspire innovation, and uphold accountability across all areas.
While the Regional Director of Operations role is a remote role, the desired candidate must be able to successfully oversee operations and travel to designated projects.
Career TEAM also Offers a Competitive Total Rewards Package Including:
- 401k with a generous employer match;
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employee-sponsored HSA on any qualifying plans;
- Disability insurance;
- Basic life insurance offered to all employees with an opportunity to purchase options for the family;
- Supplemental insurance.
Your Impact on Career Team's Success:
- Oversees all operations to include successful implementation of workforce operations, company policies and procedures, quality assurance, and financial initiatives. Ultimately responsible for the day-to-day operations including financial, internal quality outcomes, external quality outcomes and customer relationships;
- Oversees the development of the annual operating and capital budgets for each location and ensures expenses comply with budget constraints and revenue meets or exceeds budgeted goals;
- Develops and maintains contact with current funding sources, potential funding sources and, if applicable, local and state legislators and political leaders;
- Ensures locations are compliant with client/funding source and regulatory requirements, Company and Corporate policies and procedures;
- Ensures the provision of quality service consistent with applicable laws/regulations and corporate policies/guidelines/standards. Oversees and participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities;
- Supervisor of local Executive Directors;
- Responsible for market growth in assigned region;
- Approves bid/contract development and submission, as necessary;
- Ensures implementation of corporate initiatives and directives;
- Approach each day and task with a "ZAG" mindset;
- Other duties and projects as needed.
Ideal Qualifications for this Role Include:
- Bachelor Degree;
- A minimum of five years experience with the proven ability to effectively manage systems, processes, and people;
- Experience in Workforce Development preferred;
- Five plus years of supervisory experience;
- Demonstrates the experience or ability for strategic development and management at an executive level;
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient maintain a high-level of confidentiality;
- Knowledge about the local region and relevant partners (preferred);
- The capability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, including the ability to perform and complete a high volume of work assignments with speed and accuracy, work cooperatively with others and showing courteousness and a high level of professionalism;
- The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, handle personnel matters effectively, and handle employee and personnel inquiries with sensitivity, tact and diplomacy;
- Able to travel locally and within the assigned region;
- A Valid Driver's License.
Travel: Up to 20% regional travel is expected.
Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 with the opportunity to earn an annual performance incentive.
Position Type: Salaried, Exempt
About Career Team:
Founded in 1996, Career Team, LLC is a private workforce development organization.
Career Team's outstanding record of accelerating the human condition has resulted in numerous honors:
- Named by Inc. Magazine as one of America's 500 fastest growing privately held companies
- Recipient of the US Chamber of Commerce Blue Chip Enterprise Award for innovation
- Featured by 60 Minutes, CNN, Money Magazine, Inc. Magazine and the British Broadcasting Network as an innovative, government funded solutions program
- Invited to the White House after being cited by the National Welfare-to-Work Partnership and National Alliance of Business as a top 10 US training provider
As a socially conscious organization, Career Team has found a healthy balance between for-profit innovation and community enrichment. Looking ahead, the organization will continue to close the nation's opportunity divide with additional government-funded workforce sites; while also building staff capacity of workforce funding sources and industry providers. See www.careerteam.com for more information.
Career Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
Background Check Requirements. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification). Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for the position.
California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"). Career Team is committed to complying with the CCPA and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. Career Team collects and uses Personal Information for human resources, employment, benefits administration, health and safety, and business-related purposes and to be in legal compliance. Below are the categories of Personal Information we collect and the purposes for which we intend to use this information:
Identifying information, such as your full name, gender, date of birth, and signature; Demographic data, such as race, ethnic origin, marital status, disability, and veteran or military status; Contact information, such as your home address, telephone numbers, email addresses, and emergency contact information; Dependent's or other individual's information, such as their full name, address, date of birth, and Social Security numbers (SSN); National identifiers, such as SSN, passport and visa information, and immigration status and documentation; Educational and professional background, such as your work history, academic and professional qualifications, educational records, references, and interview notes; Employment details, such as your job title, position, hire dates, compensation, performance and disciplinary records, and vacation and sick leave records; Financial information, such as banking details, tax information, payroll information, and withholdings; Health and Safety information, such as health conditions (if relevant to your employment), job restrictions, workplace illness and injury information, and health insurance policy information; Information Systems (IS) information, such as your search history, browsing history, login information, and IP addresses on the Company's information systems and networks; Biometric information, such as facial recognition, fingerprints, iris or retina scans, keystroke, or other physical patterns; and Geolocation data, such as time and physical location related to use of an internet website, application, device, or physical access to a Company office location.
The Company collects Personal Information to use or disclose as appropriate to:
(1) Comply with all applicable laws and regulations; (2) Recruit and evaluate job applicants and candidates for employment; (3) Conduct background checks; (4) Manage your employment relationship with us, including for: (a) onboarding processes; (b) timekeeping, payroll, and expense report administration; (c) employee benefits administration; (d) employee training and development requirements; (d) the creation, maintenance, and security of your online employee accounts; (e) reaching your emergency contacts when needed, such as when you are not reachable or are injured or ill; (f) workers' compensation claims management; (g) employee job performance, including goals and performance reviews, promotions, discipline, and termination; and (h) other human resources purposes; (5) Manage and monitor employee access to company facilities, equipment, and systems; (6) Conduct internal audits and workplace investigations; (7) Investigate and enforce compliance with and potential breaches of Company policies and procedures; (8) Engage in corporate transactions requiring review of employee records, such as for evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions of the Company; (9) Maintain commercial insurance policies and coverages, including for workers' compensation and other liability insurance; (10) Perform workforce analytics, data analytics, and benchmarking; (11) Administer and maintain the Company's operations, including for safety purposes; (12) For client marketing purposes; (13) Exercise or defend the legal rights of the Company and its employees, and affiliates, customers, contractors, and agents; and (14) to comply with requirements of government grants, including, but not limited to, program and audit requirements.
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Regional Director Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Charles Schwab11
- Oakmont Senior Living10
- サイネオス・ヘルス5
- Syneos Health Commercial Solutions4
- Bayer3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Retail
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional director jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field required
- Seven or more years of progressive management experience, including direct P&L responsibility
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop geographically distributed teams across California
- Experience managing operations across multiple California sites or retail locations
- Strong background in California labor law compliance and workforce management practices
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, financial reporting tools, and enterprise performance systems
Regional Director Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regional director in California?
The path to a regional director role in California typically starts with a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a field tied to your target industry, followed by years of progressively senior management experience. California does not require a state-issued license for most regional director positions, but healthcare-adjacent roles may require industry-specific credentials. Employers in California consistently value experience managing multi-site teams, familiarity with California labor regulations, and a history of measurable operational results.
How much do regional directors make in California?
Regional directors in California earn a median of about $174,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,280 for the lowest 10% to over $303,680 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire regional directors in California?
Employers hiring regional directors in California right now include Charles Schwab, Oakmont Senior Living, and サイネオス・ヘルス, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, large healthcare systems, and major retail chains means demand for regional directors is consistent and spread across multiple industries throughout the state.
Which California cities have the most regional director jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and California have the most regional director openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco drive the largest share of postings given their density of corporate headquarters, regional offices, and large healthcare networks, while San Diego attracts openings in life sciences, defense, and retail sectors that require dedicated regional leadership.
Are there remote regional director jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, since regional directors are expected to visit locations and manage teams in person. About 61% of regional director openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting employers who allow administrative and strategic work to be done off-site. The most remote-eligible functions tend to be reporting, vendor management, and regional planning rather than field supervision.
How can I get hired as a regional director in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up through district manager, area manager, or operations supervisor roles at California employers such as large retail chains, hospital systems, or regional banks, which regularly promote from within. Building experience managing a single location or team first, then taking on multi-site responsibility, is the progression California hiring managers expect. Earning an MBA or an industry-relevant certification strengthens your candidacy at the point where you're ready to step into a regional scope.
Where can I find and apply to regional director jobs in California?
You can find and apply to regional director jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that match your background and experience and apply directly through each listing.
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