Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Operations Manager jobs in Jersey City, NJ

76 operations managers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $130,813 median · 26% above the national median.

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Operations Manager pay in Jersey City, NJ

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Jersey City metro. Half of Operations Managers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $99,082 $130,813 $163,817
25th$99,082 Median$130,813 75th$163,817 vs US26% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Operations Manager salary guide →

Operations Manager pay bands in Jersey City by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Entry Level Operations Manager

Typical entry level band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$122,964–$160,376
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Lead Operations Manager

Typical lead band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$113,153–$148,603
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Operations Manager

Typical senior band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$121,002–$155,667
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Operations Manager

Typical entry level band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$122,964–$162,731
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Operations Manager

Typical mid level band in Jersey City
Example (illustrative)
Location
Jersey City, NJ
Typical pay range
$115,115–$153,312
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Operations Manager Career Ladder — Jersey City Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Jersey City’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Operations Manager0–2 yrs$94,185
  2. Mid Operations Manager2–5 yrs$124,272
  3. Senior Operations Manager5–8 yrs$156,975
  4. Staff Operations Manager8–12 yrs$189,678
  5. Lead Operations Manager12+ yrs$222,382

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Operations Manager hiring market in Jersey City

  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises
  • Apex Staffing

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Jersey City post Operations Manager jobs

Employers in the Jersey City metro typically post Operations Manager roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Jersey City Employers Actually Ask Operations Managers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Operations Manager in Jersey City, NJ — Common Questions

How much does a Operations Manager earn in Jersey City, NJ?
Median $130,813/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $99,082–$163,817. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Operations Manager jobs are there in Jersey City?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 76 Operations Manager roles employed in the Jersey City metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Jersey City employers use for Operations Manager?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Operations Manager jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Operations Manager openings in Jersey City and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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