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Program Operations Director

Average Program Operations Director Salary

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$74,467
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$46k
MEDIAN
$74k
90%
$139k

The average salary for a Program Operations Director is $74,467 in 2025

Base Salary
$46k - $139k
Bonus
$885 - $30k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $29k
Commission
$3k - $30k
Total Pay
$43k - $144k
Based on 6,978 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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3.8 out of 5
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Common Health Benefits for a Program Operations Director

Medical
78%
Dental
68%
Vision
59%
None
21%

Gender Breakdown for Program Operations Directors

Female
68.0%
Male
30.2%
Prefer to self-define
1.5%
This data is based on 2,358 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Program Operations Directors

What is the highest pay for Program Operations Directors?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Program Operations Director is $139k / year

What is the lowest pay for Program Operations Directors?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Program Operations Director is $46k / year

How can Program Operations Directors increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Program Operations Director is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Program Operations Director that oversees more junior Program Operations Directors, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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