Director, Academic Affairs Jobs

Explore Director of Academic Affairs opportunities with Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Academic Affairs help shape academic strategy, strengthen programs, and support the policies and operations that advance institutional goals.

What Does a Director of Academic Affairs Do?

Responsibilities vary by institution, but commonly include coordinating academic programs, supporting curriculum development and review, interpreting academic policies, and collaborating with faculty, department leaders, and senior administrators. Directors may also guide accreditation and assessment efforts, oversee academic operations, and use data to inform planning and continuous improvement.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced academic leaders with strong communication, organization, and project-management skills. Relevant qualifications may include a graduate degree, experience in higher education or academic administration, knowledge of accreditation and academic governance, and the ability to build consensus across diverse teams. Requirements differ by institution and role.

Career Opportunities in Academic Affairs

Director-level positions can be found at universities, colleges, and other education organizations. Depending on the institution, the role may focus on areas such as undergraduate or graduate programs, faculty affairs, academic planning, institutional effectiveness, or teaching and learning. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation.

Find Director of Academic Affairs Jobs on Ladders

Ladders specializes in vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Search Director of Academic Affairs openings to discover opportunities that match your leadership experience and career goals, and review each listing for details about the institution, location, responsibilities, and salary.

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$103K - $159K *

Lead strategic initiatives for Indigenization in academia, collaborating with partners to enhance Indigenous engagement, curriculum development, and faculty support, while driving innovative practices...

New Westminster, BCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K *

Advance student success by leading strategic initiatives across the student lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, optimize technology, and improve student satisfaction t...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$154K - $181K *

Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$354K - $416K *

Elevate your career as a Medical Director, overseeing utilization management with a focus on clinical excellence and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of ca...

West Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading strategic initiatives and government affairs. Collaborate across teams to drive revenue opportunities and influence policy, ensuring impactful solutions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Optimize research operations by leading cross-team initiatives, establishing effective tracking systems, and maintaining a dynamic evidence repository. Drive efficiency and clarity in processes while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate operational excellence in home care by overseeing daily functions, ensuring compliance, and driving quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve strategic goals wh...

Portland, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $107K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex federal digital services programs, ensuring strategic direction, operational excellence, and strong customer relationships across multidisciplinary teams while ma...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Deliver impactful educational experiences by building strategic partnerships and developing innovative medical education programs to enhance clinical outcomes and drive growth in healthcare training...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $176K *

Lead the charge in enhancing editorial excellence by managing a dynamic team, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality publications, and providing expert guidance on writing standards and project mana...

Alameda, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Quality Management Program, ensuring NCQA accreditation and regulatory compliance while driving performance improvement initiatives across health...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $205K *

Lead the charge in enhancing AP World Languages and Arts by ensuring assessment quality, driving strategic growth, and managing a diverse team. Collaborate with leadership to influence enterprise deci...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $142K *

Lead the charge in enhancing academic operations and faculty performance, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards while fostering student success through strategic curriculum development and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$126K - $189K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

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United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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Hialeah, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $240K *

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United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $282K *

Join us in enhancing physician relationships and engagement through strategic leadership, managing a dynamic team, and executing impactful career events that foster lifelong partnerships with healthca...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $135K *

Collaborate to design a centralized operations portfolio management framework, ensuring alignment across product delivery and operational initiatives. Lead strategic planning to drive efficiency and t...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$223K - $313K *

Elevate healthcare outcomes by leading clinical determinations and authorizations. Utilize your medical expertise to ensure compliance with national guidelines while collaborating with diverse teams i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing healthcare delivery through strategic leadership in Utilization Management. Drive excellence in clinical care and operational outcomes while ensuring complia...

Englewood, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$175K - $348K *

Transform clinical research through expert medical management and support. Collaborate with teams to ensure protocol integrity, provide training, and contribute to business development while maintaini...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $262K *

Drive enterprise vendor management strategy by overseeing vendor relationships, governance, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, optimize costs, and enhance o...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $165K *

Engage in strategic federal advocacy by leading legislative initiatives, coalition management, and policy analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to advance organizational priorities and represent key...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Academic Affairs do?question toggle

    A Director of Academic Affairs helps coordinate academic programs and operations, supports curriculum and policy processes, and works with faculty and administrators to advance institutional priorities. Specific duties vary by employer.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Academic Affairs jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for higher education or academic administration experience, leadership and communication skills, and familiarity with academic policy, program development, assessment, or accreditation. Some roles require a graduate degree.

  • Where do Directors of Academic Affairs work?question toggle

    They may work at public or private colleges, universities, and other education organizations. The scope of the position depends on the institution and the academic area it supports.

  • How can I find Director of Academic Affairs jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director of Academic Affairs listings and review each posting for salary, location, qualifications, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.