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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$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, managing financial governance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless delivery for government cli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$154K - $204K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading innovative risk adjustment programs that enhance provider engagement and improve patient outcomes through proactive, data-driven strategies and seamless EHR i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative home care solutions by overseeing operations, managing clinical and business functions, and leading a dedicated team to enhance patient-centered care and service delivery within the...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence and client satisfaction by leading security contracts, ensuring compliance and high standards. Cultivate relationships, develop leaders, oversee multi-site operations, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $136K *

Lead the charge in enhancing human resource strategies, overseeing management operations, and cultivating a positive workplace culture while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations across the or...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance strategic marketing and business development initiatives, overseeing sales and customer service efforts. Foster relationships and implement comprehensive strategies to drive growth and revenue...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing mental health services through strategic business development. Oversee marketing, sales, and customer service to drive utilization and growth in a dynamic out...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of behavioral health by leading business development efforts. Drive strategic marketing initiatives, enhance brand visibility, and foster community relationships to ensure optimal ser...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by leading strategic marketing initiatives, enhancing brand presence, and driving sales within a dynamic healthcare environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize service utilization a...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion the overall management of a resident-focused facility, driving quality care and compliance while fostering a collaborative team culture. Lead staff development and ensure financial and operat...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$85K - $90K *

Elevate your career by leading operational strategies and initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership. Drive external engagement, philanthropy, and advocacy to enhance institutional impact and...

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $212K *

Elevate your career by leading residential land development initiatives, driving project management, and fostering strategic partnerships in the Pacific Northwest. Collaborate with diverse teams to id...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering employee growth and operational excellence. You'll coach leaders on HR best practices, manage recruitment, and ensure compliance while supporting a culture of...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of educational programs by overseeing development, implementation, and collaboration to enhance learning experiences while ensuring compliance and support for fac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $179K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents by overseeing the complete administration of a retirement community, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and directing healthcare se...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance healthcare operations by managing administrative services and leading strategic initiatives to enhance patient care delivery. Collaborate with executive leadership to ensure compliance and opt...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing financial resources, staff development, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to implement strategic initiatives that enhance departmental efficiency and...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee quality management initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing patient care outcomes through effective performance improvement strategies an...

3 weeks ago

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

$183K - $229K *

Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $227K *

Champion executive compensation strategies that align with business objectives. Lead the design and execution of Total Rewards programs, provide expert consultations, and drive cross-functional collab...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$161K - $190K *

Drive operational excellence by leading project controls delivery across diverse accounts. Engage with clients at an executive level, ensuring service quality and scalability while developing manageri...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading financial operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity in client deliverables. Oversee billing, reconciliation, and reporting processes while mentoring a dedicated team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

Champion the daily operations of assisted living communities, ensuring high-quality resident care, regulatory compliance, and financial oversight while leading a dedicated team to enhance service exce...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic oversight of a key 340B Program, ensuring compliance and driving operational improvements across multiple sites to enhance patient access and program success...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$108K - $147K *

Transform operations by leading complex projects and initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment across teams. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration to enhance facilities and services, s...

Kingston, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

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.