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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$108K - $116K *

Optimize statewide program administration by coordinating partners, managing grants, and ensuring effective communication, reporting, and technical assistance. Contribute to strategic planning and mai...

1 week ago

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

$108K - $116K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Manager, overseeing program administration, partner coordination, and resource distribution to effectively support immigrant communities and drive program goals to s...

1 week ago

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

$185K - $210K *

Champion workforce innovation and corporate partnerships while leading sustainable, revenue-generating business units. Drive strategic workforce development and consulting services, expanding pathways...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage complex client programs, ensuring strategic alignment, effective communication, and financial oversight while fostering collaboration across teams to enhance client satisfaction...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Champion multiple client programs from inception to closure, aligning with strategic goals. Manage stakeholder relationships, develop detailed plans, and ensure financial oversight while driving proce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client programs from inception to execution, ensuring strategic alignment and client satisfaction through effective stakeholder engagement and robust financial oversight...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $126K *

Shape the future of ERP management by overseeing Dynamics 365 operations, ensuring effective coordination across IT and Finance for seamless program delivery, risk management, and stakeholder engageme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $195K *

Shape the future of local journalism by leading a pioneering newsroom. Embrace digital transformation, mentor talent, and elevate content strategies in a vibrant market while ensuring journalistic int...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $225K *

Advance program delivery in complex enterprise IT environments by leading a large multi-site Department of Defense Cybersecurity initiative, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $122K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, establishing effective controls, and improving operational processes across multiple teams, including support for broker dealer activi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading regulatory compliance initiatives and ensuring robust oversight across operations. This role drives implementation, evaluates processes, and fosters cross-functional collab...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $125K *

Partner with us to enhance academic and student services programs through effective management and collaboration. Lead initiatives that support diverse student communities, oversee programming, and ad...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that provides strategic leadership for community-based programs, ensuring compliance, high-quality services, and successful operational management for individuals with intellectual and dev...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative research directions and administrative frameworks. Oversee strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and engage stakeholders, ensuring the Center thrives as a...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate research success by leading sponsored program administration, ensuring compliance and managing the full grant lifecycle. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to enhance research capabi...

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Help us transform systems acquisition by leading program management efforts. Utilize your expertise in weapons systems development and strategy formulation to achieve key performance objectives in a d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering program management excellence for defense acquisition, ensuring successful development, production, and deployment of vital systems while collaborating closely with senio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic acquisition and advisory initiatives to ensure effective program management, meeting critical cost, schedule, and performance objectives in a dynamic DoD environment. Transform operatio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of fundraising by cultivating relationships and securing major gifts, leveraging donor engagement strategies and collaboration to drive impactful results in support of educational ini...

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3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects that enhance operational excellence and drive value creation within the organization, serving as a bridge between executive leadership and inte...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic residency program focused on training family medicine physicians to serve rural communities and underserved populations. Join a collaborative environment that...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing community support services while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. You'll lead initiatives, coordinate with stakeholders, and drive effi...

2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance program delivery in HIV prevention and sexual health, overseeing quality assurance and client satisfaction while supporting multidisciplinary efforts to maximize communi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $230K *

Drive integrated public affairs strategy and communications, leading cross-functional initiatives to advance policy agendas and enhance stakeholder engagement in complex environments. Ensure measurabl...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion resident well-being and operational excellence by leading community services, ensuring regulatory compliance, financial stewardship, and strategic alignment with organizational goals to foste...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.