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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$75K - $94K *

Innovate proposal strategies by leading the development of cohesive submissions, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance win themes and impr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $144K *

Champion transformative corporate partnerships that drive funding and engagement, managing a portfolio generating $5-$10 million annually. Collaborate with Fortune 500 companies to align business obje...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by supporting and enhancing enterprise applications. Ensure optimal application performance, facilitate user engagement, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$66K - $106K *

Contribute to the modernization of America's airspace by executing software installations and updates for the FAA's Terminal Flight Data Manager program, ensuring operational readiness and compliance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier performance through hands-on diagnostics, assessments, and corrective actions. Collaborate with international suppliers to ensure quality and efficiency in manufa...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing evidence-based digital prevention interventions, overseeing diverse campaigns while ensuring strategic alignment and effective outcomes through strong pro...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $170K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives and drive strategic alignment by overseeing project portfolios, enhancing business integration, and ensuring successful change adoption across the organization...

Maine, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Empower global regulatory strategies and drive business growth while leading multidisciplinary collaborations in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your expertise to guide clients through complex regu...

Boston, MARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$116K - $122K *

Deliver reliable application packaging solutions for a large federal IT environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure seamless deployment across thousands of endpoints...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative system designs for security, video, access, and fire alarm solutions. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions, support junior members, and ensure project success through...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$61K - $123K *

Transform the enterprise AI strategy by designing and delivering impactful learning solutions that enhance AI fluency and responsible adoption, ensuring alignment with business needs and evolving AI c...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by bridging commercial airline operations with military AOC modernization. Leverage your expertise to guide software teams and enhance operational strategies in a dynamic, remote...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $248K *

Drive your career with technical leadership in Palantir Foundry. Lead design, deployment, and enhancement projects for federal health initiatives, ensuring secure and scalable data architecture and op...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Champion the evolution of Medicaid consulting by driving advanced funding and procurement strategies, ensuring impactful deliveries, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders and project teams ac...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $383K *

Join us to lead the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Oversee a team of 20+ professionals, develop strategies, and negotiate complex contracts while fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K *

Drive effective claims management and data analytics to enhance risk operations across diverse property portfolios, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic decision-making in a collaborative envi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing utility IT/OT solutions, aligning technology with business needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance AMI projects, mentor peers, and ensure compliance with industry stan...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $185K *

Champion the future of defense solutions by driving new business, building relationships, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving challenges and ensuring cus...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of federal financial operations by driving user adoption and change management for a new tool. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience, streamline processes, and ensu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $218K *

Optimize federal agency programs by leading strategic initiatives that enhance relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and driving advocacy efforts across mu...

Washington Metro, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing charge capture operations across multiple specialties, supervising a team of 26-35+ staff. Drive compliance, enhance processes, and mentor team members while collaboratin...

Wisconsin, USRemote

6 days ago

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

$84K - $111K *

Join a dynamic team to drive system implementations and client training in Treasury. Shape seamless operations through relationship management and project leadership while maintaining high delivery st...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $244K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the Employer PMO, driving strategic program delivery and cross-functional alignment while enhancing operational efficiency and leveraging modern tools for impactful outcome...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$136K - $218K *

Engineer impactful technical programs across AI Factory development and support. Collaborate with OEM partners and internal teams to enhance customer outcomes, resolve dependencies, and drive improvem...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform the energy landscape by leading strategic consulting engagements for utilities. Drive impactful solutions in decarbonization, grid modernization, and customer transformation while mentoring...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.