High-Paying Program Director Jobs

Become a leading figure in your industry with top-tier Program Director positions. As the key driver in program strategy and execution, you would be contributing to your field in remarkable ways and making meaningful impacts.

What Are Program Director Roles?

Program Director roles focus on managing and overseeing a series of projects or a program from inception to completion. They are responsible for coordinating teams, drafting program strategy, communicating with key stakeholders, and assessing program outcomes.

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Are you ready to take the next step in your career as a Program Director? Our high-paying job listings are vetted to only include roles over $100K per year, making your job hunt as streamlined and effective as possible. Start exploring now!

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$120K - $145K *

Champion complex program delivery by coordinating initiatives across business, technology, and operational domains, ensuring strategic objectives align with execution for optimal outcomes and successf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform strategy into action by managing complex initiatives across multiple teams. Leverage your expertise to ensure successful project delivery while driving alignment and fostering collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive the success of innovative commercial architecture projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring timely delivery within budget parameters. Your expertise...

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

$105K *

Shape the future of public safety by leading field inspections and compliance. Oversee construction and traffic surveys, enforce ordinances, and enhance operational standards to manage safe public way...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $140K *

Champion integrated behavioral health services by leading clinical teams, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance while fostering community partnerships for optimal client outcomes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us in optimizing cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective new product development and timely launch, meeting both customer expectations and company goals across multiple locations and t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $300K *

Collaborate with R&D leaders to streamline operations and align teams. Drive planning cycles, facilitate decision-making, and enhance communication across Product, Engineering, Data, and Design for an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee the Behavioral Health program, ensuring compliance with key contracts and quality standards while leading initiatives to enhance care delivery and improve community...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $93K *

Lead the charge in overseeing operations of housing programs, ensuring service quality and compliance while managing staff and stakeholder relationships to optimize community support and housing acces...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$300K - $400K *

Grow your career with strategic oversight of a multi-billion-dollar airport terminal refurbishment, balancing interests across stakeholders while ensuring operational excellence and successful project...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's building a pioneering Clinical PsyD program in Rhode Island, providing academic and operational leadership. Collaborate to develop curriculum, recruit faculty, and enhance partnersh...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex defense programs, managing all aspects from development to deployment while ensuring compliance with military standards and fostering collaboration among diverse...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $94K *

Engage your creativity as you produce and edit multimedia content to amplify brand visibility, support recruitment efforts, and enhance fan engagement, fostering a compelling narrative for collegiate...

Today

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

$103K - $129K *

Join us to shape impactful data systems that track student success in science programs. Collaborate closely with institutions and analyze data trends to enhance community college pathways and support...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading a prominent public media organization, guiding strategy and operations while fostering partnerships and enhancing community engagement across a diverse array of educational...

6 days ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Lead an organization dedicated to public media, ensuring strategic direction and operational excellence while fostering key partnerships and enhancing community engagement across a broad spectrum of s...

6 days ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of educational technology by leading a pivotal IT program for the U.S. Department of Education. Drive cloud operations, manage teams, ensure compliance, and deliver excellence in...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $160K *

Grow your career by leading strategic modernization initiatives within a dynamic environment, enhancing student information systems, and collaborating with key stakeholders to drive innovation and imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engineer seamless project execution by collaborating with teams and managing timelines to ensure efficient material flow and timely completion of tasks in a dynamic work environment. Utilize strong c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $193K *

Oversee transformative clinical leadership and operational excellence in a leading Radiation Medicine Program, driving patient-centered innovations and sustainable healthcare strategies to elevate ser...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $125K *

Champion growth by leading staff training initiatives and infection prevention efforts, ensuring compliance and quality care in a skilled nursing facility while fostering collaboration with interdisci...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $185K *

Champion projects and programs by leading planning and execution of client initiatives. Oversee teams and budgets to boost performance and ensure strategic alignment, delivering high-quality results w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $185K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and executing diverse client projects. Lead strategic initiatives while ensuring successful outcomes through effective stakeholder communication, team collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cardiology education as Program Director, leading an innovative fellowship program, providing clinical excellence, mentorship, and engaging in groundbreaking r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform agency culture and lead clinical functions while ensuring program integrity and fostering team collaboration. Play a key role in training, supervision, and direct client services to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications are needed for Program Director roles?question toggle

    Program Directors typically have a bachelor's degree and substantial experience in managing teams, strategic planning, and project management. They also often have industry-specific knowledge and skills.

  • What are the typical responsibilities of a Program Director?question toggle

    A Program Director is responsible for drafting the program strategy, coordinating teams, overseeing projects throughout their lifecycle, communicating with stakeholders and assessing the outcomes.

  • How much can a Program Director earn?question toggle

    Pay scales vary by industry and experience, but Program Director roles listed on Ladders are all vetted to pay over $100,000 per year.