Operations Chief Salary in Grand Forks, North Dakota

How much does an Operations Chief make in Grand Forks, ND?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND is $94,208. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $75,658 to a high of $116,311, with most professionals earning between $84,498 and $105,778.

Search Operations Chief Jobs in Grand Forks, ND

Develop a Job description

Pay Equity

2024 Compensation Trend

Benefits Consulting

Salary range for a Operations Chief

$84,498 to $105,778

Employers: Find Surveys For This Job

Employers: Price Your Company Jobs

View Average Salary for United States
Adjust Operations Chief Salary:
Select State
Select City in ND
Choose Similar Job
Pick Related Category
View Cost of Living in Grand Forks, North Dakota

Facing Salary Structure Challenges? Let Our Expert Guide You

The job market is increasingly challenging. Our whitepaper, Navigating the Challenges of Creating Salary Structures, offers guidance on creating salary structures. Provide your phone number and work email to download the full version.

We will handle your contact details in line with our Privacy Policy. If you prefer not to receive marketing emails from Salary.com, you can opt-out out of marketing communications at any time by clicking unsubscribe.

What is an Operations Chief?

The Operations Chief is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of a company or organization. This includes managing staff, setting and monitoring performance goals, and ensuring that all operational processes are running smoothly and efficiently. The Operations Chief also plays a key role in strategic planning and decision-making, working closely with other senior leaders to develop and implement operational strategies that support the overall goals and objectives of the organization. Additionally, the Operations Chief may be responsible for managing budgets, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing new processes or technologies to enhance operational effectiveness. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

See user submitted job responsibilities for Operations Chief.

Search Operations Chief Job Openings

Job Openings for Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND

What does an Operations Chief do?

Common responsibilities of an Operations Chief

Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance and initiatives to senior management.

September 01, 2023

Develop and maintain relationships with external partners, vendors, and suppliers to support operational needs.

September 02, 2023

Identify and address operational challenges and obstacles to minimize disruptions and maintain productivity.

September 13, 2023

Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in all operational activities.

September 20, 2023

Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations.

October 13, 2023

Oversee and coordinate daily operational activities to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.

October 30, 2023

Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

November 02, 2023

Collaborate with other department heads to ensure alignment of operational activities with overall organizational goals and objectives.

November 05, 2023

Manage and allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to support operational needs.

November 09, 2023

Lead and mentor operational staff to foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

November 09, 2023

Submit Other Responsibilities

Not the job you're looking for? Search more salaries here:

Are you an HR manager or compensation specialist?

Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:

Detailed skills and competency reports for specific positions
Job and employee pricing reports
Compensation data tools, salary structures, surveys and benchmarks.

Learn about

Operations Chief Salary By Experience Levels in Grand Forks, ND

How much should you be earning in Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND based on your current experience?

Tell us how much experience you have and see an estimate of earnings and view how different experience leavels impact potential pay for Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND

RELEVANT JOB EXPERIENCE

Length of experience is a pay differentiator. Those with greater experience may have an advantage in negotiating salary. For those with less experience, other factors such as education or special skills could impact your pay. Please visit Professional Salary Report for more details.

Operations Chief Salary By Level of Education in Grand Forks, ND

Do you know how much should you be paid for an Operations Chief position in Grand Forks, ND based on your education level?

Tell us about your education and see an estimate of earnings for Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND and well to know the impact of education on future careers.

LEVEL OF EDUCATION

Depending on the job, educational levels may have a significant impact on pay levels. Be informed and understand how things like education and certifications can help to increase potential earnings for the career you are interested in. Please visit Professional Salary Report for more details.

Average Salary Range for Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

84498

105778

94208

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

88971

117540

100822

What is the average salary for Operations Chief in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND. The base salary for Operations Chief ranges from $84,498 to $105,778 with the average base salary of $94,208. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $88,971 to $117,540 with the average total cash compensation of $100,822.

View Average Salary for Operations Chief as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$94,208	$84,498 - $105,778
Bonus	$6,614	$4,472 - $11,762
Total Pay	$100,822	$88,971 - $117,540

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Operations Chief Salary Near Grand Forks, ND

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE Fargo, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,493 - $108,275	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE West Fargo, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $86,493 - $108,275	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE Aberdeen, SD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $74,346 - $93,069	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE Bismarck, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,350 - $111,851	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE Mandan, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,350 - $111,851	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND
CITY, STATE Minot, ND	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,002 - $110,164	COMPARE TO Grand Forks, ND

See salaries for Operations Chief in locations close to Grand Forks, ND. Pay for the same job may vary based on the location and on the location and on other factors such as the size of company, the industry, and other local conditions.

About Grand Forks, North Dakota

Grand Forks is 74 miles (119 km) north of the Fargo-Moorhead area and 145 miles (233 km) south of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Grand Forks is on the western bank of the Red River of the North in an area known as the Red River Valley. The term "forks" refers to the forking of the Red River with the Red Lake River near downtown Grand Forks. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 20.09 square miles (52.03 km2), of which, 19.91 square miles (51.57 km2) is land and 0.18 square miles (0.47 km2) is water. Since it is in one of the flattest parts of the world, the city has f...

Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia

View Salary for Similar Jobs to Operations Chief in Grand Forks, ND

See Additional Similar Jobs

Loading results...

JOB TITLE	LOCATION	MINIMUM SALARY	MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Chief Of Operations	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $95,551	MAXIMUM SALARY $113,892
JOB TITLE Chief Operations Manager	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $226,530	MAXIMUM SALARY $292,185
JOB TITLE Chief Operations Officer	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $341,865	MAXIMUM SALARY $564,934
JOB TITLE Assistant Chief of Operations	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $63,594	MAXIMUM SALARY $81,637
JOB TITLE Chief Business Operations Strategy Officer	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $197,215	MAXIMUM SALARY $237,571
JOB TITLE Chief Regional Operations Officer	LOCATION Grand Forks, ND	MINIMUM SALARY $189,800	MAXIMUM SALARY $237,600

The Operations Chief job could be listed using titles that are not exactly the same, but actually are for the same or very similar job. Here are some job titles in Grand Forks, ND that might be a good fit for the type of job and salary you are looking for.

Discover how your pay is adjusted for skills, experience, and other factors

How much should you be paid?

For a real-time salary target, tell us more about your role in the four categories below.