Explore Program Specialist Jobs

Program specialists help organizations plan, coordinate, and improve programs that serve business, community, or customer needs. Depending on the employer and industry, the role may involve managing program operations, tracking budgets and outcomes, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring work meets organizational goals. Explore vetted Program Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Program Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and program. Common duties include developing work plans, coordinating schedules and resources, monitoring milestones, preparing reports, supporting compliance, and communicating with internal teams and external partners. Some specialists focus on a particular area, such as healthcare, education, technology, public policy, or business operations.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience coordinating projects or programs. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a relevant degree, industry knowledge, data analysis, budget tracking, process improvement, or familiarity with project management tools. Senior roles may require leadership experience and a record of delivering measurable results.

Program Specialist Salary and Career Growth

Pay depends on factors such as industry, location, scope, and experience. Program specialists may advance into senior program, program management, operations, or strategy roles. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their career goals.

Find Program Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Browse Program Specialist openings and review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use Ladders to identify opportunities that match your experience and explore your next professional step.

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$81K - $106K *

Unlock potential by leading complex cultural resource projects, ensuring high-quality compliance services and technical excellence, while mentoring staff and fostering business growth in a supportive...

Montana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading K-12 district implementations, ensuring successful platform adoption through strategic planning, relationship building, and project management. Collaborate with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$73K - $103K *

Support a global workforce by delivering exceptional IT solutions. Manage user lifecycle processes, troubleshoot modern workplace technologies, and enhance IT operations through automation and documen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-notch cultural resources compliance services. You'll lead projects, mentor staff, and develop innovative solutions while ensuring adherence to industry s...

Idaho, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion the execution of facility capital improvement projects, ensuring compliance with educational policies while coordinating with stakeholders to minimize disruption and maintain project schedule...

Cary, NCRemote

6 days ago

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

$98K - $132K *

Transform healthcare by leading Risk Adjustment strategies and educational initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance coding accuracy and documentation, ensuring compliance and delivering impactfu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical direction and mentoring teams while driving program delivery and fostering a culture of growth and collaboration in a dynamic engineering environment...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $185K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $251K *

Transform the electric grid by leading the Distributed Intelligence ecosystem, defining strategies, governance, and operational capabilities to enhance reliability and scalability of advanced metering...

Oakland, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $210K *

Empower Federal agencies by architecting and delivering AI-assisted software solutions. Responsible for client engagement, technology integration, and ensuring that production-ready solutions meet ope...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $115K *

Manage NEPA reviews and strategies for federal projects, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder engagement through environmental assessments and impact statements. Collaborate with technical sp...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$95K *

Shape the future of employment compliance by leading I-9, E-Verify, and EEO initiatives. Drive proactive strategies, enhance training, and ensure audit readiness while supporting a diverse workforce a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $126K *

Unlock potential by leading data integration initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and data quality. Collaborate with IT and business teams to design and implement solutions that ensure seam...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $87K *

Lead the charge in strategic oversight and operational direction across multiple service areas, ensuring compliance and quality improvement while fostering a culture of person-centered care and team d...

Danvers, MARemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead energy efficiency programs, manage cross-functional teams, and develop strategic plans that exceed client expectations while driving sustainability initiatives and fosterin...

Newark, NJRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance customer success in the Academic sector by driving sales growth, managing client relationships, and delivering exceptional value through our solutions. Your expertise will e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $146K *

Transform our technical landscape by leading complex projects and guiding teams in network services, systems administration, and GIS. Your expertise will drive strategic planning and enhance our infra...

St. Paul, MNRemote

5 days ago

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

$100K - $160K *

Transform operations by coordinating transition and integration activities for sustainment and readiness, ensuring stability while enabling a controlled shift to future models across divisions and sta...

San Diego, CARemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $210K *

Elevate cutting-edge research by providing technical support and strategic assessments for ARPA-H projects. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to translate discoveries into real-world applicati...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $128K *

Transform customer education and training initiatives as a Clinical Implementation Specialist, acting as a clinical and technical expert to enhance product utilization and improve patient outcomes in...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of clinical research data integrity by leading a dedicated team. Drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, and foster cross-functional partnerships to enhance data quality and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Lead the technology strategy for a dynamic software development team, overseeing modernization efforts and AI integration across multiple product lines. Foster innovation, accountability, and continuo...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI evaluation by leading rigorous methodologies, collaborating with engineers, and mentoring teams to ensure accurate assessments that drive product innovation and market standards...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI governance, ensuring safe and compliant AI deployment. Collaborate across departments to manage projects, develop training, and maintain essential documentat...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical engagement by leading strategic initiatives to enhance clinician pipelines, improve hiring processes, and foster partnerships across multiple regions, driving or...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Program Specialist?question toggle

    A Program Specialist supports the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of programs. The role can include managing schedules and resources, tracking progress, preparing reports, and coordinating with stakeholders.

  • What qualifications do Program Specialist jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry. Common qualifications include program or project coordination experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and relevant subject-matter knowledge. Some roles require a degree, data analysis skills, or experience with budgets and compliance.

  • How much do Program Specialists earn?question toggle

    Program Specialist salaries vary based on experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information and requirements.

  • Where can Program Specialists work?question toggle

    Program Specialists work across industries such as healthcare, education, technology, government, nonprofits, and business operations. Their focus may be shaped by the organization’s programs and goals.

  • What career paths can follow a Program Specialist role?question toggle

    With relevant experience, Program Specialists may move into senior specialist, program manager, project manager, operations, or strategy positions.