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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$135K - $160K *

Transform the Private Equity landscape by leading FP&A initiatives, enhancing operational efficiencies, and mentoring teams to deliver tailored solutions that drive sustainable value creation for clie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Collaborate with brokers and clients to drive profitable business through expert underwriting of complex accounts. Leverage strategic insights and relationship-building to optimize portfolio performan...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $212K *

Lead the charge in transforming how Ecommerce and DTC brands access premium CTV inventory. Drive sales cycles from activation to growth while fostering key relationships that shape the future of perfo...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence by overseeing installation and maintenance of systems, ensuring safety compliance, managing field crews, and delivering projects on time while providing technical guidance and trouble...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth and strategic partnerships within the packaging sector. Oversee a high-performing team, manage customer relationships, and optimize processes to achieve revenue...

Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading the S&OP strategy, aligning resources with business goals, and optimizing capacity planning across the network to enhance efficiency and service delivery...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead engineering efforts by writing production code and mentoring a team. Drive modernization initiatives through Java microservices while managing performance and growth of engineers. Collaborate wit...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Transform business opportunities within the public transit sector by leading complex sales cycles and fostering relationships with government agencies to drive growth and implement tailored software s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $108K *

Transform educational outcomes by leading clinical programs and social work initiatives, fostering collaboration among staff and students to enhance academic success and behavioral development in a su...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of financial and operational analysis for strategic initiatives, delivering critical insights and reporting to support executive decision-making while driving accuracy and efficiency in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of defense business development by leading strategic initiatives in the Defense Space Market. Drive growth opportunities with the U.S. Space Force, enhancing mission integration and c...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's focused on building and enhancing relationships with large managed care accounts. Utilize your expertise in account management to drive customer satisfaction, explore upselling oppo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic business development initiatives to enhance market growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational go...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence across multiple sites, fostering strong relationships with franchisees. Guide and develop a team of consultants, ensuring adherence to quality stand...

Ontario, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer cross-functional programs, managing teams to deliver crucial initiatives. Drive alignment across departments, enhance operational excellence, and elevate program delivery practices while track...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $223K *

Champion operational excellence as a strategic leader, driving performance and financial results across the PacWest Region while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance in a mission-driven environmen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in business development by cultivating strategic B2B relationships, driving growth through effective market strategies, and managing the full sales cycle to enhance client engagement a...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $215K *

Shape the future of value-based payments by leading product strategy, overseeing team development, and driving market innovations within a collaborative, cross-functional environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by overseeing educational operations for Medical Imaging programs, ensuring compliance and high-quality delivery through blended and online modalities while leading a dedicated tea...

Reno, NVRemote

3 days ago

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

$125K - $181K *

Drive enterprise data governance and knowledge management strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, support compliance, and enable AI governance. Ensure strong data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $115K *

Unlock the potential of clinical documentation integrity by driving ICD-10-CM coding accuracy and enhancing provider education. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support risk adjustment initi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of portfolio management by leading AI-enabled product strategies. Collaborate across teams to transform insights into actionable decisions, ensuring customer success and product adopt...

Jersey City, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $221K *

Drive enterprise-wide legal support for global contracting activities, focusing on procurement and technology transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage risks and ensure complianc...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage with a dynamic CRO to oversee clinical monitoring and enhance site performance. Foster relationships, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead a team in delivering quality outcomes in clini...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $128K *

Drive business development for large-scale podcast and broadcast campaigns, fostering client relationships and achieving revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.