Director of Administration Jobs

Explore Director of Administration jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead the administrative operations that keep organizations running smoothly. These senior roles commonly oversee business support functions, facilities, office operations, policies, budgets, and administrative teams. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership positions that match your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Administration Do?

A Director of Administration develops and improves the systems, services, and processes that support an organization’s daily work. Depending on the employer, the role may include managing facilities and vendors, directing office services, overseeing budgets and contracts, coordinating compliance, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Directors also build effective teams, set service standards, and identify ways to improve efficiency and control costs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek candidates with substantial experience in administration, operations, or business management. Helpful qualifications include team leadership, budgeting, project management, vendor negotiation, process improvement, and clear communication. Familiarity with relevant regulations, workplace systems, facilities, or industry-specific operations can also be valuable. Requirements vary by organization and sector.

Director of Administration Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, organization size, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level administrative roles featured on Ladders pay $100,000 or more. Professionals may advance from office management, operations, or administrative management roles into director positions, and later pursue broader executive operations or chief administrative roles.

Find Director of Administration Jobs on Ladders

Search current Director of Administration openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs paying at least $100,000 and find opportunities to put your operational and people leadership skills to work.

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$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

$150K - $200K *

Transform client relationships and drive growth strategies within HHS, leveraging market insights and technology to identify opportunities and enhance mission impact. Engage directly with stakeholders...

Washington, DCRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform the future of philanthropy in higher education by leading major gift initiatives, collaborating with a dynamic team, and driving fundraising efforts to support key college priorities while c...

East Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform endpoint management by designing and deploying solutions across a vast device estate. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and reliability while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $199K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence. This role collaborates with senior leadership to enhance growth plans, manage impactful projects, and ensure alignment acro...

Oregon, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative IT services that enhance campus experiences. Lead strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and drive operational excellence to support the university's mission in teac...

East Lansing, MIRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $122K *

Take ownership of financial planning and analysis for G&A expenses, driving insights and reporting for senior leadership. Collaborate with teams to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading multi-site Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Drive growth strategies, optimize performance, and foster strong partnerships with physician leaders while managing sign...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   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

$97K - $113K *

Lead financial operations and strategic planning for program teams, ensuring effective budget management, resource allocation, and compliance with regulations. Drive process improvements and enhance E...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $198K *

Build and lead a robust Service Management Office to enhance IT operations, ensuring effective governance, accountability, and continuous improvement across a complex 24x7 environment, while fostering...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at strategic Federal Civilian accounts by driving growth, developing relationships, and leading capture efforts. Leverage market knowledge to identify opportunities and enhance mis...

Washington, DCRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $202K *

Drive the creation and oversight of a risk framework that balances growth with security. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement risk strategies operationally, while conveying insights to exe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of litigation support services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to client success, driving sales strategies, and enhancing customer satisfaction while achieving pers...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by becoming a trusted advisor in litigation support services, driving sales growth through client engagement, strategic partnerships, and expert knowledge in Electronic Data Discovery...

Seattle, WARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth by managing client accounts and expanding market share. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure client satisfaction while mentoring team members...

Arizona, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing team by leading, coaching, and developing Directors of Admissions. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and improve admissions processes while ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Transform financial operations through strategic leadership and system enhancement in a dynamic environment while driving automation and optimizing workflows for efficient, secure, and compliant finan...

Durham, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Create strategic account plans and drive revenue growth by leading expansion discussions and managing a diverse portfolio of commercial accounts, ensuring alignment and collaboration with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...

Anchorage, AKRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$97K - $130K *

Drive collections performance and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experience while ensuring compliance and optimizing proces...

Alabama, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize clinical documentation processes across facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing reimbursement efficiency. Leverage your expertise in behavioral health and audit readines...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$85K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing strategic philanthropic partnerships, managing key relationships, and driving growth initiatives to achieve organizational goals while providing essential adm...

Brookline, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Administration do?question toggle

    A Director of Administration leads administrative operations and support functions. Responsibilities may include managing teams, facilities, budgets, vendors, office services, policies, and process improvement, depending on the organization.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Administration jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for extensive experience in administration, operations, or business management, along with strengths in leadership, budgeting, project management, communication, and process improvement. Specific requirements vary by role and industry.

  • How much do Director of Administration jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer size, experience, and the position’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Director of Administration opportunities.

  • Where can a Director of Administration work?question toggle

    Directors of Administration work across many sectors, including corporate businesses, healthcare, education, nonprofits, government, and professional services. Their responsibilities depend on the organization’s structure and needs.

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

    Search Ladders for Director of Administration openings, review each listing’s qualifications and responsibilities, and use the salary threshold to focus on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.