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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$150K - $180K *

Drive sustained growth as a key commercial leader by executing innovative revenue strategies, generating new client opportunities, and expanding market presence in the evolving data center and AI infr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI governance by leading a dedicated team to drive responsible adoption and implementation of AI solutions, guiding stakeholders towards high-value opportunities while ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $172K *

Design and implement innovative AI solutions, guiding pilot programs from conception to execution while collaborating across teams to enhance system capabilities and performance in a dynamic environme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of go-to-market strategy by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution governance, and shaping long-range plans to achieve growth objectives in a dynamic, global environmen...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$132K - $150K *

Elevate the Technical Support transformation by driving strategic initiatives across Customer Experience. Own the execution of comprehensive plans, manage vital partnerships, and ensure success throug...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$270K - $310K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives across multiple functions. You'll tackle complex problems, collaborate with stakeholders, and lead cross-functional programs to enhance decision-making...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $182K *

Drive program execution across high-priority workstreams in Customer Outcomes, managing threat intelligence partnerships and AI model initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tim...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in establishing robust data governance and metadata management practices. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective data ownership, lineage, and compliance, enhancing mission d...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K *

Drive impactful solutions as a tech-savvy consultant, showcasing cloud-based fire and EMS software to public safety agencies. Collaborate with sales teams to tailor presentations, enhance customer eng...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

Drive automation excellence by developing end-to-end solutions using Ansible and scripting languages. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance wi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $201K *

Lead the charge in driving AI-assisted design practices across teams, managing program initiatives, and building roadmaps to ensure alignment and measurable outcomes in a dynamic, cross-functional env...

Denver, CORemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a key technical leader, bridging engineering and enterprise architecture to eliminate adoption friction and enhance cloud-native infrastructure and AI platform deploymen...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on optimizing provider operations. Lead credentialing initiatives, implement AI solutions, and enhance workflows while ensuring compliance and operational...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $310K *

Transform clinical AI solutions by leveraging your expertise in patient care and research. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance clinical accuracy and support strategic partnerships, ensuring the...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by leading VistA application transitions. Leverage your expertise to analyze, plan, and execute modernization efforts, ensuring seamless deployment and opera...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in modernizing SaaS solutions by integrating AI and automation to enhance delivery efficiency, scalability, and customer outcomes while supporting complex migration projects and foster...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead cross-functional programs to enhance a high-performance cloud platform. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and improve engineering productivity while collaborating closely with software e...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $138K *

Lead client provisioning operations in Revenue Cycle Management, ensuring secure and efficient access throughout the user lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $166K *

Unlock customer success by leading CCaaS implementations and providing strategic consulting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions, drive adoption, and enhance business outcome...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate application security by driving best practices and collaborating with scrum teams. This role ensures data protection and compliance while integrating security into the software development lif...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of application security by driving best practices and collaborating with scrum teams to ensure data protection and secure development processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance our...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $251K *

Drive the planning and execution of Flight Software development programs, ensuring seamless coordination between engineering and program management for timely delivery of spacecraft software systems...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion regulatory strategy initiatives to advance patient treatments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop regulatory pathways, support agency engagement, and ensure compliance, all wh...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join us to lead the strategic management and optimization of software systems across a global organization, ensuring reliability, innovation, and efficiency while fostering strong partnerships between...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client relationships as a strategic Partner Success Manager, driving program success and growth. Lead onboarding, manage accounts, and synthesize feedback to enhance partnerships and ensure cl...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.