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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$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of ambulatory care by coordinating programs and policy implementation, ensuring optimal delivery of health services across various facilities, while maintaining high standards and eva...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate HR strategy across multiple regions by partnering with leadership to drive business outcomes, develop talent, and implement core HR programs while navigating complex employee relations and fos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...

Anchorage, AKRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive executive-level support by coordinating strategic priorities, managing communications, and ensuring seamless logistics for senior leaders. Foster collaboration and handle sensitive matters with...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$97K - $130K *

Drive collections performance and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experience while ensuring compliance and optimizing proces...

Alabama, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize patient record management by ensuring accurate documentation, compliance with regulations, and effective collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and operational ef...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing business operations and enhancing service delivery. Lead strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and collaborate with senior leadership to d...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing facilities maintenance and energy operations, ensuring high standards and strategic alignment. Collaborate on projects, manage budgets, and drive innovation while fosteri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in delivering cost consulting services across diverse projects. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive business development, and ensure client satisfactio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$99K - $124K *

Elevate operational excellence by supervising maintenance staff and ensuring the mechanical integrity of building systems, fostering a safe and comfortable environment for all residents and guests whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $206K *

Empower the student experience by leading outreach, recruitment, and support services, ensuring compliance and equitable outcomes for a diverse student body while fostering strategic partnerships and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion community operations by overseeing quality care, financial stability, and compliance. Lead staff, manage budgets, and foster relationships with residents and families to ensure high satisfact...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee all community operations, ensuring quality care and financial stability while fostering strong relationships with staff, residents, and families. Lead strategic initiatives and maintain compli...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion community operations by ensuring quality care, financial stability, and compliance. Lead and inspire staff while fostering relationships with residents and stakeholders to uphold the highest...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of innovative data solutions, enhancing decision-making across the institution. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and build a high-performi...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Transform data governance by leading cross-functional analytics initiatives that empower decision-making and enhance institutional trust through robust data solutions and a modernized ecosystem...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive the clinical leadership and operational oversight of the Intake Admissions Department, ensuring efficient patient flow and staff performance while fostering a supportive environment for both pat...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engage in strategic communications and stewardship initiatives to enhance fundraising efforts while ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and branding. Oversee team collaboration and projec...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform clinical sourcing by optimizing costs and enhancing patient care through strategic planning, vendor management, and operational efficiency across diverse healthcare categories. Drive innovat...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Optimize facility operations by leading a dedicated team, managing maintenance, ensuring safety compliance, and overseeing refurbishment projects, all while maintaining exceptional service standards a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$235K - $245K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth and operational excellence for a key regional division. Oversee client relationships, P&L management, and service delivery, while fostering a high-performin...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Empower excellence in patient care by overseeing unit operations, fostering collaboration, and implementing strategies to enhance quality outcomes and patient experience while ensuring compliance with...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K *

Contribute to strategic financial leadership and operational excellence, overseeing budgeting, risk management, and facilities. Drive collaboration with stakeholders to promote student success and ens...

1 month ago

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

$185K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic veterinary hospital, driving operational excellence and financial sustainability. Inspire teams, foster innovation, and ensure exceptional patient care while managing a $60M+ P&L in a c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic business initiatives and optimize operations in a healthcare environment, driving project management excellence and fostering collaborative relationships to enhance patient care and org...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.