Optical Management Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

An Optical Management plays a crucial role in the optometry industry by overseeing and managing all aspects of an optical business. This includes supervising staff, coordinating eye care services, managing inventory, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Additionally, Optical Management professionals adopt strategies for business development, growth, and profitability. They also ensure that patients receive high-quality care and services. To be effective in this position, professionals should possess excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Strong business acumen, coupled with in-depth knowledge of the optometry industry, is also crucial.

Typically, a professional should have an Optician certification or a degree in Optometry, Business Administration, or a related field. Prior experience in managing an optical store or experience in a supervisory role within the optometry industry is beneficial. Before becoming an Optical Management professional, one might have roles such as an Optician, Front Office Coordinator, or Optical Sales Representative. These positions provide the necessary exposure to the industry, customer service, and practical aspects of managing an optical service delivery. Hence, it is a stepping stone for someone aspiring to be in Optical Management.

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Optical Sensing Engineering Program Manager

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Summary Posted: Aug 29, 2024 Role Number: 200565183 Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very...

Product Manager - Optical Networking for AI

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The application window is expected to close on: Aug 30th 2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received Meet the Team: At...

Electro-optical Engineering Senior Manager

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and organized leader to join our team as an Electro-Optical Engineering Senior Manager within the Advanced Capabilities Electro-optics & Security (ACES) Directorate...

Senior Product Line Manager, Optics/Photonics

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Lightmatter is leading the revolution in AI data center infrastructure, enabling the next giant leaps in human progress. The company invented the world's first 3D-stacked photonics engine,...

Sunglass Hut - Store Manager Valley Fair Mall - Macys Mens

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Requisition ID: 896320 Store #: 006140 Sunglass Hut MACYS Position:Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Sunglass Hut, we're always in the sun. You'll find a dynamic space with...

Staff Global Supply Manager - Optical and Contract Manufacturing

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Aurora hires talented people with diverse backgrounds who are ready to help build a transportation ecosystem that will make our roads safer, get crucial goods where they need to go, and make...

Sunglass Hut - Store Manager Valley Fair Mall - Macy's Mens

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Requisition ID: 896320 Store # : 006140 Sunglass Hut MACYS Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information At Sunglass Hut, we're always in the sun. Youll find a dynamic space...

Product Manager for Optics

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The application window is expected to close on: 8/30/2025 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. Meet the Team In...

Sr. Product Manager (Tech), Smart Glasses

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Imagine being part of building the future of Smart Glasses. Echo Frames (Amazon's first Smart Glasses product) is just the beginning. The team is focused on bringing technology and design into a...

Eye Care District Manager - NorCal

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Status: Full-Time Introduction: Warby Parker is looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Eye Care District Leader to guide our growing network of eye doctors. In this role, you'll lead a...

Manager, Display and Optics TPM

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The Manager, Technical Program Management will lead and support a team of TPMs working across a broad range of technologies and disciplines to invent, develop, and deliver cutting-edge wearable...

Hardware Technical Program Manager, VR Optics

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

As a Technical Program Manager in the Display and Optics team at Meta, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) technologies. You will...

Electrical Technical Program Manager, AI Glasses

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Meta Reality Labs (RL) is building products that make it easier for people to connect with others. Mixed Reality (MR) is a team of world-class experts developing and shipping hardware to move our...

Eating Disorder PHP/IOP Program Manager

  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

LGTC Group is a clinician-driven, comprehensive mental health service provider seeking to hire Program Manager for the Eating Disorder PHP/IOP in a brand-new facility located in San Jose. An ideal...

Operations Manager, Scribe Note Quality

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

At Commure, our mission is to simplify healthcare. We have bold ambitions to reimagine the healthcare experience, setting a new standard for how care is delivered and experienced across the...

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Salary for Optical Management Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Highest Education Level

Optical Managements in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.0%
High School or GED
20.1%
Associate's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.3%
Master's Degree
7.3%
Some College
4.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some High School
0.4%


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