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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$95K - $115K *

Help us drive impactful engineering projects by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholders effectively in a regulated environment. Your expertise will ensure successful project execution within a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $160K *

Lead library operations and foster innovative learning resources to enhance student success while advocating for diverse and inclusive library services across the academic community. Collaborate with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$113K - $160K *

Lead the charge in directing library programs, ensuring innovative services and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance student success and experience. Oversee budgeting, facilities plannin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge to impact women's health and resiliency! Drive fundraising, manage budgets, foster partnerships, and guide a dedicated team to support community betterment in this pivotal Executive Di...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $209K *

Lead successful Community Relations events and stakeholder engagements, supporting AI data center initiatives while ensuring community trust and alignment with business strategies. Manage internal coo...

Reposted today

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

$130K - $135K *

Lead strategic and operational initiatives for core technology infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and efficiency in IT services that support institutional goals. Oversee a skilled team wh...

1 week ago

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

$281K - $296K *

Join a transformative team as a System Medical Director, overseeing senior health services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance quality care for older adults while maintaining an activ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive safety programs, policies, and training initiatives to foster a safe, compliant, and trauma-informed environment across multiple operational si...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead quality and risk management initiatives, enhancing patient safety and regulatory compliance across the organization, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability in heal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance the accreditation and operational excellence of medical education programs, ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies. Lead initiatives for program development and administrative oversight...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence while driving growth, governance, and relationship management to enhance the organization's influence and financial health...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K - $118K *

Oversee the administration and operation of licensed residential homes, ensuring compliance, quality care, and effective case management. Utilize your leadership skills to manage staffing, training, b...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize qualitative research efforts to drive impactful insights and organizational strategies. Collaborate with data analysts to merge qualitative and quantitative data, ensuring research aligns wit...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive exceptional patient outcomes as a strategic leader in the Med/Surg department, overseeing operational excellence, team collaboration, and regulatory compliance while fostering a culture of conti...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $95K *

Shape and lead technical direction for events at a dynamic theatre center, managing production elements, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring top-quality performances while fostering communi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of higher education by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing campus performance, and developing leaders across multiple locations. Influence organizational success through collabor...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining safe and functional facilities across multiple locations while overseeing security operations and driving improvements in maintenance and safety standards t...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Champion major gift fundraising by managing a robust portfolio, developing donor strategies, and achieving revenue goals to support diverse academic priorities. Collaborate across units to enhance eng...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $88K *

Champion corporate partnerships to drive sponsorship revenue for arts initiatives, ensuring high fulfillment standards and collaborative success across various stakeholders while promoting the Miami F...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in advancing institutional research by managing data, collaborating across departments, and ensuring effective communication of findings to inform strategic planning and continuous imp...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of research and evaluation by leading data-driven initiatives to enhance organizational impact, fostering collaboration, and translating research findings into actionable insights for...

2 weeks ago

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

$154K - $204K *

Champion enterprise-wide analytics initiatives to enhance forecasting, financial modeling, and operational insights, driving strategic decision-making and transformative objectives. Lead a team, integ...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $189K *

Take ownership of comprehensive student services to enhance success and retention. Lead programs, compliance, and staff within an inclusive framework. Collaborate on initiatives to support diverse stu...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $122K *

Join a team that's redefining audience engagement through innovative experiential programming, driving cultural relevance, and fostering loyalty while bringing diverse audiences into meaningful conver...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Deliver comprehensive oversight and management of outpatient mental health services, ensuring clinical excellence, employee performance, and budget alignment while driving program enhancements and cli...

Today

  •   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.