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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$63K - $117K *

Transform day-to-day operations in healthcare practices, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness while supporting physicians and staff. Drive engagement, monitor metrics, and oversee financial performan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join us to drive strategic growth and foster strong partnerships, leveraging your expertise to optimize performance and generate new opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape imp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate partnerships by driving strategic growth and optimizing performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft actionable insights and generate new opportunities, ensuring long-term suc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion strategic partnerships by driving growth, optimizing performance, and generating new opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and resolve challeng...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth by managing partnerships and identifying new opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and deliver actionable insights, ensuring alignment a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Empower strategic growth by managing partnerships and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and generate new opportunities, ensuring alignment a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that's leading provider enrollment operations, ensuring timely onboarding, compliance, and accuracy. Drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency across networks while co...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex clinical operations across multiple healthcare facilities, driving strategic growth and operational excellence while managing a large multidisciplinary team to en...

4 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of financial operations at IU Lab by leading multi-faceted finance initiatives, enhancing compliance, and building scalable frameworks for grant management, budgeting, and reporti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$63K - $105K *

Join us in providing expert support in workplace accommodations and compliance. This role involves leadership in human resources, focusing on ADAAA, Family Medical Leave, and Workers' Compensation, wh...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer patient access excellence by leading front-desk operations across 25 medical sites. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance patient experiences, and ensure operational efficiency through effectiv...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Transform guest experiences by leading daily operations in a dynamic entertainment venue. Collaborate with a diverse team to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence, while driving strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in fundraising and donor engagement to advance strategic priorities. Collaborate with leadership to develop comprehensive strategies, manage donor relationships, and secure philanthrop...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion a comprehensive parking program by providing strategic leadership and oversight, ensuring high-quality services and operational efficiency across 12,500+ spaces while fostering an inclusive a...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Finance Operations, leading complex media-finance workflows. Drive service delivery, governance, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion HR strategy by overseeing operations, payroll, benefits, and talent acquisition. Engage with leadership to enhance employee experience and ensure compliance across all HR functions while mana...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champions operational excellence by enhancing hotel management strategies, driving revenue growth, ensuring guest satisfaction, and fostering a motivated team. Collaborate to create memorable experien...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $110K *

Pioneer new opportunities as you manage and expand a robust provider network. Lead contract negotiations, ensure compliance, and drive strategic growth in managed care while mentoring junior staff and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Optimize operations by leading culinary teams, enhancing guest experiences, and managing budgets. Collaborate with staff to ensure seamless execution of large-scale events while fostering a positive...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic leadership role overseeing culinary operations, guest experiences, and team development while driving profitability and excellence in service delivery across multiple u...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead operations and enhance guest experiences through effective management, strategic planning, and team development in a dynamic culinary environment focused on excellence and profitabilit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform culinary operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance guest experiences, manage budgets, and drive profitability while fostering collaboration and excellence in service delivery...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading culinary operations and guest experiences, ensuring excellence in service delivery, team management, and financial oversight while fostering a collaborative environment for...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $88K *

Join a team that's driving data strategy initiatives by providing essential project coordination and administrative support. Leverage your organizational skills to manage multiple projects and engage...

1 week 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.