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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$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...

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead and oversee hospice operations, ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance. Drive quality improvement, mentor staff, and foster community engagement while supporting strategic initiatives a...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and management of grant-funded healthcare programs, ensuring compliance with regulations while training staff and coordinating efforts to secure funding. Play a crucial role in p...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing grant support for essential healthcare programs. Collaborate with leadership to ensure compliance, develop strategies, and enhance grant management processes w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dynamic team by overseeing administrative computing systems and enterprise applications. Drive technology initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and align with institutional goals w...

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency and culture. As a key leader, you'll oversee administration, HR, and vendor management, ensuring smooth operations and fostering a coll...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Elevate fundraising efforts by providing strategic guidance and leadership, enhancing donor engagement, and driving operational efficiency to support the University’s mission and goals...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic business operations and fiscal management in a dynamic college environment. Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, oversee budget planning, and provide analytical support to facilitat...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee day-to-day operations and financial management within a professional services firm. Utilize your analytical skills to drive efficiencies, inform leadership decisions, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of academic excellence by leading a collaborative team to enhance student outcomes, drive compliance, and manage educational initiatives across multiple campuses, ensuring quality and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $265K *

Lead the charge in managing and overseeing finance operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency, while providing strategic support to the management team and Board of Directors in all financial matt...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Drive exceptional hospice care by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment that empowers teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading exceptional hospice care initiatives, ensuring compliance, and optimizing team performance while fostering a collaborative environment that empowers staff and...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Elevate hospice care by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing team performance. Collaborate with leadership to drive results and foster a supportive environment focused on...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Explore a leadership role in hospice care, guiding operations and enhancing patient experiences while fostering a collaborative team environment. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure compliance in a...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient care outcomes by overseeing Ambulatory Care operations, driving improvement initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to enhance p...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $149K *

Drive operational excellence by leading administrative functions in a dynamic healthcare environment. Support Nursing Administration with effective team management, compliance oversight, and process i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care within an inpatient behavioral health unit. Lead clinical and administrative staff to maintain high standards of care, oversee policy implementat...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the strategic direction of the Admissions Office, overseeing recruitment, enrollment, and outreach initiatives. Lead a team to achieve performance goals while fostering community relationships a...

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the strategic direction of the Admissions Office, overseeing recruitment, enrollment, and orientation programs while managing a team to achieve performance goals and foster community relationshi...

3 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive excellence in nursing supervision, ensuring optimal patient care and operational performance. Collaborate with clinical teams to uphold standards, enhance services, and achieve strategic goals w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $205K *

Champion the Financial Planning & Analysis function, driving strategic insights and performance management while leading a high-performing team to support executive decision-making and financial goals...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$74K - $93K *

Join us to pioneer the Bethel Institute for Business Engagement, connecting students with industry leaders while fostering experiential learning, professional development, and community investment in...

4 weeks ago

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

$76K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations for a dynamic oncology service line, ensuring exceptional patient care and regulatory compliance while managing a collaborative team and enhancing clinic effic...

3 weeks ago

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

$152K - $175K *

Transform clinical and sponsored research operations by leading a team focused on performance improvement, analytics, and strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and sustainability across research...

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  •   8 - 10 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.