Updated 2026-04-23 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Operations Manager jobs in Richmond, VA

25 operations managers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $105,028 median · roughly in line with the national median.

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Operations Manager pay in Richmond, VA

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $80,395 $105,028 $133,012
25th$80,395 Median$105,028 75th$133,012 vs USroughly in line with the national median

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

Operations Manager pay bands in Richmond 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.

Staff Operations Manager

Typical staff band in Richmond
Example (illustrative)
Location
Richmond, VA
Typical pay range
$89,273–$123,092
Common on
Workday

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 Richmond
Example (illustrative)
Location
Richmond, VA
Typical pay range
$94,000–$132,545
Common on
Workday

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

Staff Operations Manager

Typical staff band in Richmond
Example (illustrative)
Location
Richmond, VA
Typical pay range
$97,150–$132,545
Common on
Ashby

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 Richmond
Example (illustrative)
Location
Richmond, VA
Typical pay range
$86,122–$130,654
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 Richmond
Example (illustrative)
Location
Richmond, VA
Typical pay range
$86,122–$130,654
Common on
Ashby

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

Operations Manager Career Ladder — Richmond Metro

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

  1. Entry Operations Manager0–2 yrs$75,620
  2. Mid Operations Manager2–5 yrs$99,776
  3. Senior Operations Manager5–8 yrs$126,033
  4. Staff Operations Manager8–12 yrs$152,290
  5. Lead Operations Manager12+ yrs$178,547

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

Employers in the Operations Manager hiring market in Richmond

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

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 Richmond post Operations Manager jobs

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

What Richmond 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 Richmond, VA — Common Questions

How much does a Operations Manager earn in Richmond, VA?
Median $105,028/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $80,395–$133,012. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Operations Manager jobs are there in Richmond?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 25 Operations Manager roles employed in the Richmond metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Richmond 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 Richmond and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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