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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$160K - $230K *

Transform the future of engineering leadership by driving operational strategy, enhancing collaboration, and fostering client relationships that empower mission-critical and data center projects. Lead...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $160K *

Innovate project management strategies for design and construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance facility development and maintai...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by driving business development in clinical research and medical imaging. Build strategic client relationships, identify new opportunities, and contribute to innovative healthcare...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $240K *

Lead total rewards strategy for a complex global healthcare tech firm. Drive compensation and benefits governance, align workforce investment with business goals, and ensure compliance while fostering...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $282K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage clinical expertise in managed care, enhancing access to Neurocrine products. Collaborate with stakeholders, deliver impactful presentations, and drive strategic initiat...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting and implementing effective patient support programs. As a strategic leader, you will drive program design, coordinate stakeholder engagement, and ensure succes...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $171K *

Join a team that's driving growth in clinical trials by identifying and securing partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance visibility and expand opportunities, ensuring seamle...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive strategic product planning and market intelligence to enhance physician engagement. Own product development and go-to-market strategies, ensuring alignment across teams to deliver innovative sol...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable data solutions, driving data quality and governance, and empowering teams with AI-ready data foundations to support innovative analytics and o...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Empower success as a Director of Professional Services, leading customer implementations and operational excellence for cloud and on-premise solutions. Oversee delivery teams and drive client satisfac...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $300K *

Join a team that's driving corporate development initiatives, managing M&A processes, and collaborating with leadership to identify and execute strategic acquisitions that enhance growth and innovatio...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join our dynamic team to drive revenue growth through innovative brand partnerships. Leverage your expertise in social advertising to build long-term client relationships and explore new business oppo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in empowering healthcare decisions as you develop brand knowledge, drive medical research, and collaborate with clients and teams to create innovative solutions that align with strateg...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Accelerate product development by leading end-to-end processes, integrating advanced technologies, and driving outcomes across a suite of digital solutions for legal service operations, while ensuring...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead critical BAS projects, ensuring seamless integration of automation systems and smart building solutions while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to meet project goals...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $103K *

Join a team that shapes the future of partner integrations by defining strategies and driving execution across platforms to enhance operational efficiency and client value while collaborating with sta...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $196K *

Elevate your career by driving digital advisory projects in critical infrastructure. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions while supporting business development and enhancing...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading global customer operations. Drive change, enhance service delivery, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategic initiatives while managing vendor relatio...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive the development of assessment content by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and shaping product roadmaps. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure quality delivery and innovate using AI too...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $150K *

Join us in shaping client-focused project delivery by coordinating with teams, managing compliance, and ensuring quality control across multiple projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance client rel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer education through innovative instructional design. Leverage your expertise to create engaging learning experiences that empower users and drive succes...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction administration projects, ensuring seamless execution from design to closeout. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage client relations, and drive project success...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Help us advance hypersonic test missions by leading multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful planning and execution of complex flight tests in a dynamic defense environment, leveraging your exten...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to optimize inpatient applications, enhancing workflows and user experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze, configure, and support Epic systems, ensuring high-quality impleme...

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

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.