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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$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex clinical projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while leveraging your clinical expertise and project management skills to drive operational improvem...

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage with pharmaceutical partners to drive revenue through AI-driven solutions. Build strategic relationships and develop account plans while collaborating across teams. Utilize your sales expertise...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative social media programs that connect healthcare clients with their audiences. Drive strategic content development and manage cross-functional teams to ensure im...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career by leading a team to drive local government engagement, ensuring strategic advocacy for data centers nationwide. Manage relationships and initiatives that promote infrastructure inve...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $151K *

Drive regional sales strategy by guiding and mentoring a team of Account Executives to achieve ambitious growth targets. Cultivate key customer relationships and ensure compliance with business standa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $341K *

Champion quality improvement initiatives by developing and implementing clinical care standards. Lead operational strategies, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide training and support to en...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $210K *

Engage with clients to drive retention and growth strategies, fostering deep relationships and collaboration across teams. Leverage market insights to enhance product offerings and ensure client succe...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $102K *

Drive impactful public relations strategies, elevating brand visibility and storytelling for a national nonprofit focused on early childhood development and health through effective messaging and medi...

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3 weeks ago

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

$148K - $263K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI-First operational environments, architecting resilient multi-cloud networks and building autonomous orchestration layers to enhance security and efficiency ac...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse EV projects, ensuring successful delivery through collaboration, strategic planning, and effective stakeholder engagement. Drive project excellence while naviga...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $165K *

Transform provider operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing cross-functional coordination, and driving operational excellence with a focus on scalability and efficiency while managing hi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Lead and optimize a comprehensive global tax strategy, ensuring compliance and efficient reporting while managing a high-performing team. Collaborate on complex international tax matters to elevate st...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $247K *

Join a dynamic team to lead central monitoring efforts in clinical trials, driving data-driven insights and risk management strategies. Collaborate across functions to enhance monitoring efficiency an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Transform the Total Rewards landscape by architecting robust compensation strategies and analytics to drive equitable, performance-based rewards across a multi-site organization, enhancing clarity for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the physical network infrastructure from design to execution. Drive projects involving campus layouts, fiber/copper installations, and contractor coordination, bridging gap...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing pharmaceutical programs, ensuring smooth operations, client relationships, and strategic execution while overseeing performance metrics and enhancing team collaboration...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative sponsorship products, collaborating across teams to enhance advertiser and publisher experiences while driving growth in a scalable marketplace. Your hands-on app...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Transform risk management by leading a national team focused on claims, clinical risk reduction, and innovative AI solutions to improve outcomes. Drive strategic oversight and implement best practices...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $250K *

Shape the future of business development by driving Quantum opportunities and building strategic relationships across federal markets, with a focus on Defense & Intelligence to win multi-million dolla...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of SQL Server architecture, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery across a multi-tenant cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex databa...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Lead the charge in driving client success through strategic account management and sales leadership. Cultivate relationships with C-level executives while developing innovative solutions for global ac...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $199K *

Lead strategic direction and execution for major global accounts, drive growth, retain clients, and manage a dedicated sales team focused on delivering client value and exploring new business opportun...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $176K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a team to implement Lean strategies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and enhance safety, quality, and cost performance across multiple sites while...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate program implementation and stakeholder engagement in pharmaceutical market access. Oversee daily operations, client relations, and staff management while ensuring adherence to budgets and p...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing program management activities, supervising a dedicated team, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance effi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.