Chief Operating Officer Job Description
The following is a full job description for Chief Operating Officer. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Chief Operating Officer along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Chief Operating Officer is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Technology Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Product/Brand Officer
Requirements and Responsibilities For Chief Operating Officer
Leads the planning and development of an organization's operational objectives and initiatives. Develops strategies and oversees the execution of plans to attain short- and long-term financial and mission-critical operational goals. Directs the development of the organization's functional capacity that will produce sustainable growth and minimize risk. Develops operating budgets. Establishes effective operational policies and procedures. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Top level or C level management. Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals.
 
Also referred to as: COO
Similar Jobs:  Chief Operating Officer - Physician Practice, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Information Technology Officer, Chief Technology Officer, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Risk Officer, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Product/Brand Officer
Level of Education:  Chief Operating Officer Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Chief Operating Officer Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Chief Operating Officer Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation
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