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 - $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

$78K - $90K *

Support project success by managing documentation, contracts, and billing processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and financial accuracy, while enhancing your skills in a dynamic enviro...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $90K *

Join us to support project success as a Project Administrator, managing contracts, compliance, and financial processes. Your organizational skills will ensure smooth operations from startup to closeou...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a vibrant assisted living community by leading operations, ensuring high occupancy, financial performance, and staff development while maintaining compliance with regulations an...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$220K - $352K *

Transform clinical and business operations at a single specialty facility, ensuring efficient patient care and compliance with standards while leading a dedicated team to achieve operational excellenc...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive cross-functional project execution for AI infrastructure deployment, coordinating resources and managing schedules to ensure timely delivery across multiple workstreams while aligning business o...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$131K - $140K *

Drive operational excellence by leading accounting functions, enhancing financial controls, and modernizing processes. Collaborate with a dedicated team to improve efficiency and service delivery whil...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Drive the vision and strategy for leadership annual giving, enhancing donor engagement and securing $1,000-$50,000 gifts. Lead a team, manage fundraising goals, and collaborate across departments to s...

1 month ago

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

$200K *

Lead the charge in innovative media strategies, guiding teams to leverage OOH opportunities while ensuring client satisfaction and profitability through strategic insights and collaboration...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Drive high-quality behavioral health services as a Director overseeing clinical operations, ensuring patient-centered care and effective collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to enhance program...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate clinical excellence by leading strategic initiatives and ensuring high-quality, person-centered care across all programs. Collaborate with leadership to enhance outcomes, manage risks, and fos...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion the delivery of high-quality clinical services for youth, overseeing treatment programs and staff development. Ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a collaborative environment t...

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research by managing complex funding portfolios. Provide expert support in grant administration, ensuring compliance and financial integrity while collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $152K *

Unlock potential by managing complex funding portfolios and providing expert support for grant activities. Collaborate with Principal Investigators to ensure compliance and excellence in research admi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Transform operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, drive growth, and ensure compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial and human resources, w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading physician contract administration, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across divisions. Oversee contract processes, maintain databases, and supervise teams to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate business growth by leading sales initiatives, building client relationships, and crafting compelling pitches. Collaborate with teams to drive revenue and ensure seamless client transitions...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Lead the comprehensive administration of charitable gifts and endowments, ensuring compliance with donor intent and institutional policies. Collaborate with key university units to enhance operational...

Reposted today

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

$120K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading multi-site Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Drive growth strategies, optimize performance, and foster strong partnerships with physician leaders while managing sign...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the development and execution of facility solutions ensuring adherence to health and safety standards while managing operational performance and client relationships to achieve financial goals...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing healthcare delivery through strategic leadership in Utilization Management. Drive excellence in clinical care and operational outcomes while ensuring complia...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional resident services across all care levels, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality of life and sup...

1 week ago

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

$69K - $129K *

Lead and implement strategic plans and objectives, providing oversight for spiritual care and enhancing a culture of compassion. Collaborate with staff and community to integrate mission-driven initia...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading a national project management team, driving strategic client relationships, and ensuring delivery excellence across diverse construction projects while fostering a collabor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Champion strategic project management by leading a national team, enhancing client relationships, and driving growth across diverse construction projects while ensuring delivery excellence and financi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.