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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$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 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...

US-AnywhereRemote

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...

US-AnywhereRemote

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

$126K - $143K *

Lead the charge in managing complex real estate projects across diverse markets. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and drive business growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate regional commercialization of innovative cell therapies by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring optimal patient access while collaborating cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $240K *

Join us to lead transformative P2P product strategies, enhancing procurement and payment processes globally. Collaborate with finance teams and vendors to drive AI integration, ensuring compliance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$145K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing justice and democracy by leading foundation relations efforts. Drive funding strategies, manage a diverse portfolio, and collaborate with top policy reformers...

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3 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Innovate media strategies to enhance customer engagement and brand performance across diverse healthcare audiences. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize media investments and drive measurable outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K - $400K *

Transform the Americas sales strategy by leading a diverse team to drive revenue through new business, renewals, and expansions. Focus on building repeatable processes while leveraging insights and ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate across departments, manage risks, and mentor others while leveraging best practic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $170K *

Lead complex research initiatives by transforming business questions into actionable insights. Collaborate with clients to design robust studies, ensuring methodological integrity and advancing resear...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$118K - $175K *

Engage in transforming global construction operations by driving efficiency and standardization. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement process improvements and enhance performance, ensuring comp...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in product innovation by managing the full lifecycle from ideation to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical and business goals, ensuring successful product...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in contract research services. As a key player, you'll develop strategic sales plans, foster client relationships, and leverage scientific expertise to exceed cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $249K *

Champion pharmacy excellence by leading strategic initiatives and operational oversight for a pharmacy benefit management program. Drive quality, compliance, and innovation while collaborating with cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic growth and business development for National Accounts in Urology and Oncology, optimizing resources and leading negotiations to enhance healthcare outcomes through innovative diagnosti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $267K *

Drive growth in our Creator and Affiliate ecosystem, enhancing recruitment, engagement, and revenue streams through strategic partnerships and innovative program development while managing a high-perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$137K - $185K *

Unlock strategic execution and operational excellence by collaborating across R&D Quality, Audit, and Operational Excellence to drive meaningful initiatives, manage program priorities, and enhance bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$198K *

Join a team that's committed to driving transformation initiatives by leading project management efforts, streamlining processes, and fostering communication that ensures project success and sustainab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation by designing AI-enabled workflows that simplify complex insurance operations, ensuring user trust and operational efficiency through close collaboration with engineering and g...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of global expansion by driving strategic sales, building key relationships, and shaping market presence for our high-impact services in the New York Metro area. Ow...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by driving sales in VC-backed tech firms, forging C-level relationships, and leading complex deals. Leverage support and networks to position solutions for global expansion and estab...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $235K *

Advance drug substance development and drive clinical readiness projects by leading process chemistry initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance for suc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.