How much does a Employment Director make in the United States? The average Employment Director salary in the United States is $161,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $144,800 and $179,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Employment Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Employment Director Salary $129,687 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Employment Director Salary $144,800 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Employment Director Salary $161,400 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Employment Director Salary $179,000 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Employment Director Salary $195,024 US March 26, 2024
25% $144,800 10% $129,687 90% $195,024 75% $179,000 $161,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Employment Director develops and enhances and organization's recruiting program, policies, and procedures. Plans, develops, and directs processes to attract, evaluate, and refer candidates for open positions through recruiting website, employee referrals, on-site recruiting and other sourcing methods. Being an Employment Director evaluates and communicates key metrics to develop appropriate recruitment strategies and ensure positions are filled efficiently and effectively. Executes a strategy to position the organization as a preferred employer. In addition, Employment Director maintains relationships with schools, advertisement, and recruitment agencies. Oversees the recruitment for senior level and executive positions. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Employment Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Working as an Employment Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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