Mid Level Deputy Head Jobs

Mid level deputy head jobs go to professionals ready to own significant workstreams, guide junior colleagues, and represent leadership decisions across departments with limited day-to-day oversight. Hiring runs across Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, with 33% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like City and County of San Francisco, M.C. Dean, and Howard University competing for deputy heads at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerCity and County of San Francisco
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Assistant Director, Honor Council & Assistant Deputy Title IX Coordinator - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
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Assistant Director, Honor Council & Assistant Deputy Title IX Coordinator - Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Emory University
Atlanta, Georgia
Business Development
Creative & Design
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Deputy Chief of Public Affairs and Policy
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Deputy Chief of Public Affairs and Policy
State of Missouri
Missouri
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
$107k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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Deputy Program Manager
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Deputy Program Manager
Strategic Resources Inc
Washington, District of Columbia
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in social work
501-1,000

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Deputy Building Inspector - Aviation
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Deputy Building Inspector - Aviation
Colliers Engineering & Design
Los Angeles, California
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$120k - $140k/yr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Inspector, Deputy Building – Los Angeles, CA
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Inspector, Deputy Building – Los Angeles, CA
CMTS LLC
Los Angeles, California
Consulting & Professional Services
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$152k - $165k/yr
High school diploma or GED

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Mid Level Deputy Head Job Market

Who's Hiring

City and County of San Francisco3 open roles
M.C. Dean2 open roles
Howard University2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Education
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Non-Profit & Social Services
  • Technology & Software

Mid Level Deputy Head Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level deputy head job?

Position yourself by highlighting concrete ownership: projects you led end to end, decisions you drove, and teams or processes you improved. Hiring managers at this level want evidence that you operate with minimal supervision and deliver measurable results. Tailor your application to show cross-functional coordination, stakeholder communication, and the ability to deputize for senior leadership during absences or high-demand periods.

Which companies hire mid level deputy heads?

Companies hiring mid level deputy heads right now include City and County of San Francisco, M.C. Dean, and Howard University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Mid-size organizations and established institutions tend to hire most actively at this level, as they have enough operational complexity to need a deputy but are structured enough to invest in developing the role.

Are there remote mid level deputy head jobs?

Yes, though the role often requires some on-site presence given its operational and leadership responsibilities. About 33% of mid level deputy head openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being the most common, particularly in education, healthcare administration, and corporate settings where in-person leadership visibility still matters.

How do I move up to a mid level deputy head role?

Moving into a mid level deputy head role typically follows a few years of building ownership and credibility in your field. Focus on taking on project leadership, volunteering to cover for senior staff, and developing a reputation for reliability under pressure. Demonstrating that you can represent a team or department, resolve issues independently, and mentor others signals readiness for the deputy head level.

Which industries hire the most mid level deputy heads?

Mid Level deputy head roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to have layered organizational structures where a dedicated deputy is essential for maintaining continuity, managing day-to-day operations, and supporting senior leaders across multiple simultaneous priorities.