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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$274K - $371K *

Lead the early phase clinical development of innovative therapeutics, collaborating across teams to design and execute trials. Your expertise will directly influence strategy, protocol development, an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $135K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic project management services for state HHS agencies, ensuring timely and quality deliverables while inspiring project teams and fostering client relationships acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$240K - $265K *

Lead and scale a transformative technology partner ecosystem, shaping impactful partnerships that enhance product capabilities and drive significant revenue, while fostering collaboration across vario...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $132K *

Drive impactful government partnerships by managing agency accounts, securing agreements, and shaping offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance services and mentor colleagues, ensuring effe...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Elevate AI capabilities across the organization by providing vision, governance, and training. Collaborate with leadership and teams to identify opportunities, streamline processes, and implement AI s...

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6 days ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Drive national fundraising strategy and donor engagement to secure vital support for survivors of gender-based violence. Collaborate with leadership to enhance revenue growth and build a strong cultur...

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2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead and enhance your insurance career by managing Excess Casualty underwriting and broker relations, while supporting senior leadership and ensuring profitable portfolio growth through strategic deci...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$242K - $280K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead creative direction for campaigns and product launches. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and produce compelling work that resonates globally, while shaping the voice of...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $140K *

Transform the landscape of building consulting by leading diverse projects, evaluating property damage, and driving strategic initiatives. Leverage your expertise to support clients in making critical...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower global business practices by leading diverse project teams in innovative industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success through effective management and integration of cut...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading loyalty strategies and cross-functional teams to enhance retail programs, driving measurable impact and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environme...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead and manage a high-performing analytics engineering team, driving innovative analytics solutions for Life Sciences. Foster growth, maintain quality standards, and align projects with company goals...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $260K *

Transform client delivery in biotech by leading a high-performing team, driving operational excellence, and fostering innovation. Champion technology adoption and continuous improvement to enhance cli...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Manage financial planning and analytics to drive strategic growth initiatives. Lead a team in optimizing business insights, forecasting, and reporting, collaborating across departments to support the...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Lead our Support Services team to enhance customer experience and operational excellence. Drive strategic initiatives, manage escalations, and implement AI solutions to optimize service delivery and s...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Deliver high-quality live sports broadcasts by leading content planning, production workflows, and cross-functional coordination for over 100 matches across various platforms, ensuring engaging and ti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of talent management by partnering with Product and Technology leaders to design and implement a GM operating model, ensuring effective organizational strategies and people practi...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $400K *

Innovate and drive new revenue by selling expert data solutions to AI labs and healthcare companies. Build relationships with technical decision-makers to enhance model training and evaluation through...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to manage compensation and workforce initiatives, coordinating projects and stakeholders to deliver impactful results. Leverage your expertise in HR and project management to drive suc...

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6 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing SCADA projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring alignment among teams, effective communication with stakeholders, and adherence to quality standards while optimizing...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $135K *

Elevate investigative journalism by leading a dynamic team focused on accountability reporting. Collaborate across local newsrooms to produce impactful stories that address systemic issues and engage...

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1 week ago

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

$138K - $191K *

Elevate your career by leading provider contracting initiatives, negotiating agreements, and analyzing financial impacts to enhance organizational performance and strategic goals in a dynamic healthca...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $145K *

Help us lead the charge in catastrophe risk analytics, blending modeling science and data engineering. Drive team performance, set technical standards, and translate model outputs into strategic under...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

Empower partner operations by leading strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing tools for a diverse global partner ecosystem. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scalable infrastructure and m...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.