Program Director Jobs

Explore Program Director jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. Program Directors guide complex initiatives from planning through delivery, aligning teams, budgets, and resources with organizational goals. Browse vetted opportunities across industries and discover roles that match your leadership experience.

What Does a Program Director Do?

A Program Director oversees a portfolio of related projects or services, sets priorities, and ensures work meets strategic objectives. Responsibilities may include developing program plans, managing budgets and timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, measuring outcomes, and communicating progress to executives, clients, or community partners. The role’s scope varies by organization and industry.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experienced leaders with strong program and project management skills, financial and operational judgment, and the ability to motivate teams. Communication, stakeholder management, analytical thinking, and risk management are also valuable. Requirements may include a relevant degree, industry-specific expertise, or credentials such as PMP, depending on the position.

Program Director Career Opportunities

Program Directors work in fields such as technology, healthcare, education, nonprofit organizations, government, and corporate operations. Some lead internal transformation or product initiatives; others oversee client programs, grants, or service delivery. Senior roles may offer broader responsibility for multiple programs, department strategy, and organizational performance.

Find Program Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation, responsibilities, location, and qualifications, then focus your search on the Program Director roles that best fit your goals and experience.

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$90K *

Shape the future of youth services as a Program Director, overseeing operations, staff leadership, and compliance to ensure quality care and positive outcomes in a supportive environment. Lead with co...

Today

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

$90K *

Lead daily operations at a youth assessment center, ensuring compliance, quality services, and effective staff management. Foster a safe, trauma-responsive environment while promoting positive outcome...

Today

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

$53K - $128K *

Drive comprehensive trauma-informed care in a dynamic residential environment, ensuring excellence in clinical, nursing, and direct services while leading a dedicated team to support youth and familie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming lives through strategic oversight of a supportive housing program, ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed services for individuals facing homelessness and mental health...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer impactful change by leading a client-centered program that supports New Yorkers facing homelessness and mental health challenges. Drive operational excellence, team development, and community...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing educational quality and student success as you oversee faculty and curriculum, ensuring program excellence and compliance while fostering a collaborative learning environm...

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the VN program through innovative leadership, ensuring compliance, faculty development, and student success while collaborating with campus partners to enhance curriculum and operations...

Today

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

$230K - $270K *

Lead and manage complex industrial projects, ensuring successful delivery and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement program strategies and drive continuous improv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $270K *

Lead the execution of complex industrial projects, ensuring alignment and success through effective program management and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement and e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Transform the operations of an opiate treatment center by overseeing daily activities, ensuring compliance, and enhancing team performance while delivering exceptional patient care and service...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $200K *

Advance the defense innovation landscape by leading program operations, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives. Drive collaboration among diverse partners to enhance technology transition a...

1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex space programs from proposal to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage budgets, schedules, and customer relations while driving mission su...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $130K *

Transform the future of mental health services for Deaf individuals by providing clinical supervision, directing quality programs, and ensuring compliance within a multidisciplinary team. Lead outreac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the lives of at-risk youth by overseeing program delivery, operations, and staff development in a residential treatment facility, ensuring compliance with regulations and...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing a CDCR-funded Day Reporting Center, overseeing a dedicated team to deliver evidence-based services for Adult Parolees, ensuring compliance, and fostering community reintegr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of program leadership in K-14 Education projects, guiding a PM/CM services team to ensure successful project delivery, client satisfaction, and effective operations within budget and co...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $158K *

Manage program governance and drive integrated planning across multiple workstreams. Lead executive discussions, oversee financial performance, and ensure alignment with transformation objectives whil...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead multiple CPM engagements by providing strategic oversight and critical project guidance. Develop lasting client relationships while driving successful program execution and fostering team collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality Assertive Community Treatment services. Oversee team operations, staff training, and client care coordination while ensuring compliance with regulatory stand...

Today

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

$85K *

Champion the efficient administration and impactful delivery of youth services, promoting collaboration with community partners, and leading a dedicated team while ensuring excellence in program execu...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Empower the future of women's health in correctional systems by leading innovative program expansion, managing partnerships, and driving impactful initiatives for menopause care. Collaborate with dive...

Yesterday

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

$130K - $140K *

Transform the landscape of women's health in correctional systems by leading the Menopause Project. Drive program expansion, manage partnerships, and engage diverse stakeholders to ensure comprehensiv...

Yesterday

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

$130K - $140K *

Transform the future of women's health in correctional systems by leading the Menopause Project. Drive program expansion, manage partnerships, and engage diverse stakeholders to ensure comprehensive c...

Yesterday

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

$157K - $283K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, managing client relationships, overseeing construction management efforts, and ensuring program success through strategic planning an...

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

$85K *

Contribute to a thriving therapeutic community by overseeing social practitioners and ensuring top-quality support for members, fostering mental health recovery through community engagement and adhere...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Program Director do?question toggle

    A Program Director plans and oversees related projects or services, coordinating people, budgets, schedules, and performance measures to meet organizational objectives.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Program Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for leadership experience, program or project management expertise, budgeting and communication skills, and relevant industry knowledge. Some roles require a specific degree or professional certification.

  • Which industries hire Program Directors?question toggle

    Program Directors are hired across industries, including technology, healthcare, education, nonprofit organizations, government, and corporate operations.

  • How much do Program Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, organizational scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • How can I find Program Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Program Director openings on Ladders and review each listing’s salary range, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to identify opportunities that fit your background.