The incumbent is Ventris Gibson, who became director of the Mint on June 22, 2022, after serving in acting capacity.

Ross, who had earlier been the first female governor in American history while serving the state of Wyoming, was director from 1933 until 1953.

The office of director has existed since the creation of the Mint by the Coinage Act of 1792.

Initially appointed serving at the pleasure of the president of the United States, the Coinage Act of 1873 specified a five-year term for directors.

The director operates with general directions provided by the United States Secretary of the Treasury.