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 *

Shape health policy as a regulatory affairs expert, analyzing evolving federal and state regulations. Collaborate across divisions to enhance community health centers' operations and support equitable...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care by overseeing daily operations, collaborating with medical staff, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Your leadership will drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of medical staff services by leading credentialing initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards, and integrating clinical strategies to enhance operational efficiency and quali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic leadership for campus IT services, enhancing user experiences through innovative technology solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and continuous imp...

1 week ago

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

$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

$87K - $113K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial leadership, overseeing operations, budgeting, and reporting. Collaborate with executives to drive growth while ensuring compliance and accuracy in a dynamic envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care in the medical-surgical department. Lead operations, foster collaboration, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring complian...

5 days ago

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

$117K - $164K *

Lead the charge in executing strategic projects across multiple business units, ensuring operational excellence and fostering team collaboration. Drive process optimization and champion project manage...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $162K *

Support the financial accounting functions for investment product subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards. Lead process improvements and collaborate across departments to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $93K *

Manage daily operations of a new Pediatric Research Division, ensuring alignment on financial activities and human resources. Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement process improvements and ac...

3 days ago

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

$105K - $110K *

Join our dynamic team to lead and enhance catering operations across multiple units, ensuring exceptional service and financial performance while managing a dedicated team and fostering client relatio...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources effectively, and drive community partnerships to enhance service...

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

$96K *

Provide strategic leadership and operational management to enhance health equity and access through collaboration, resource development, and community partnerships, ensuring effective program implemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $136K *

Optimize operational leadership and financial management for home health care centers, ensuring quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and staff development while driving business growth and per...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence in patient admissions by overseeing intake processes, fostering partnerships, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Champion operational excellence by leading diverse teams to enhance efficiency, compliance, and performance across multiple service locations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulato...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Shape the future of operations by leading diverse teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance across multiple service locations while driving efficiency and budget management in a dynamic hea...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate care delivery operations, ensuring exceptional patient experiences and efficient management of multiple clinics and hospital services. Collaborate with diverse teams to align activit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Deliver strategic communications leadership across all levels, shaping organizational messaging and public relations while fostering engagement and clarity in communications for stakeholders, resident...

4 weeks ago

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

$185K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to lead ambitious fundraising initiatives, managing a portfolio of major and principal planned giving prospects while collaborating with campus leadership to achieve significant ph...

2 weeks ago

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

$70K - $100K *

Lead transformative mental health services by overseeing clinical operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a supportive environment for both staff and clients. Drive program success through effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $102K *

Lead the future of campus facilities management, balancing strategic planning with hands-on problem-solving to enhance a vibrant educational environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $123K *

Oversee and lead Environmental Services, managing a diverse team and a $17M budget. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational performance, and ensure high-quality services across campus facilit...

2 weeks 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.