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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$100K - $130K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...
3 weeks ago
Oracle Cloud Solution Architect
$114K - $252K *
Drive the design and integration of Oracle Cloud solutions for federal HCM modernization, transforming technical strategies into robust architectures while overseeing development teams to ensure succe...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's transforming client websites into growth engines through data-driven conversion rate optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to analyze user behavior, run A/B tests...
Yesterday
Clinical Trials Scientific Affairs Supervisor
$85K - $115K *
Transform clinical trial operations by leading a high-performing team, ensuring efficient RFP reviews and testing requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive business objectives and enhance...
3 weeks ago
Partner Intake Form (PIF)/Supplier Development Fund (SDF) Manager- Remote opportunity
$110K - $130K *
Transform the Submarine Industrial Base by managing investment portfolios, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, and enhancing supplier capacity and resilience through effective project govern...
2 days ago
$85K - $117K *
Champion software quality by analyzing healthcare data, developing test cases, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with clinical...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Trials Scientific Affairs Supervisor
$85K - $100K *
Empower our team by overseeing clinical trial activities, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with established procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellen...
3 weeks ago
Program Executive, Drug Development and Commercial
$285K - $325K *
Drive transformational patient impact by leading cross-functional teams and executing strategic drug development programs in an agile environment. Foster collaboration and accountability to deliver in...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project / Product Manager - Remote
$120K - $150K *
Shape the future of specialized federal projects by managing product delivery from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgets, and schedules while leading cross-fun...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Drive the financial health of projects while leading teams to success. Manage budgets, forecasts, and vendor coordination to ensure project delivery across multiple brands. Your strategic insight will...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Planner, driving financial health and vendor coordination across multiple brands while ensuring project success through strategic planning and effective communi...
Yesterday
Lead Program Systems Engineer, Cyclops (remote considered)
$150K - $230K *
Architect system-level requirements and verification plans for a complex aerospace program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure coherent design and integration across multiple engineerin...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $142K *
Drive the development and execution of strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand awareness and support organizational goals. Collaborate with leadership to analyze market data and implement eff...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Regulatory Affairs
$170K - $195K *
Lead the charge in global regulatory submissions, managing U.S. INDs and ex-U.S. CTAs. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive timely approvals in a fast-pac...
3 weeks ago
Epic Solutions Architect (Cardiology)
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining healthcare technology by designing and deploying innovative clinical applications. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows and improve patient experiences in a dynam...
Reposted 3 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and integrity within federal healthcare programs through rigorous investigations, data analysis, and collaboration with key stakeholders to produce actionable fi...
1 week ago
$86K - $129K *
Empower energy efficiency initiatives by managing programs that enhance customer satisfaction and drive impactful results. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and suppor...
Today
$150K - $197K *
Lead strategic initiatives as a trusted advisor to the CEO, enhancing organizational effectiveness through cross-functional collaboration, executive representation, and performance monitoring to achie...
1 week ago
Principal Cloud Computing Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Elevate cloud solutions by designing, deploying, and managing scalable Azure infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance while driv...
2 weeks ago
Network Operations Center Technical Services Supervisor
$95K - $115K *
Oversee and lead a technical services team, ensuring efficient 24x7 network operations and advanced troubleshooting of IT systems. Drive quality and improve processes while actively engaging with both...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower healthcare technology by enhancing clinical systems and integrations. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to optimize workflows, manage projects, and ensure system performance across...
6 days ago
$145K - $185K *
Transform the Cyber operations landscape by leading business development, shaping solutions, and executing contracts. Build trusted relationships, manage a diverse portfolio, and drive customer satisf...
Reposted 6 days ago
Director of Research, Institute of Coaching
$180K - $210K *
Lead the charge in advancing research for coaching practices, ensuring scientific integrity, guiding educational strategies, and mentoring future research leaders to enhance the Institute's credibilit...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive new business in the Cyber domain by building relationships, shaping solutions, and leading contract execution. Own a diverse portfolio while adapting to evolving responsibilities and ensuring cu...
2 weeks ago
Active Directory / Identity Engineer (Journeyman)
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing and securing Microsoft Active Directory services, ensuring robust identity management and operational excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support...
2 days ago
What is a Program Specialist?
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?
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?
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?
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?
With relevant experience, Program Specialists may move into senior specialist, program manager, project manager, operations, or strategy positions.