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.
Director, Strategic Business Development
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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...
4 weeks ago
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Sr. Director, Strategy & Execution
$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...
3 weeks ago
Transformation Manager, Technical Support (East Coast)
$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...
4 weeks ago
GTM Programs Manager, GTM Initiatives
$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...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, Services Operations
$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...
3 weeks ago
Data Governance & Metadata Lead
$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...
Today
$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...
2 weeks ago
Senior Automation Engineer - Ansible/ARIA
$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...
6 days ago
Design Program Manager, AI Transformation & Foundations
$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...
Reposted yesterday
Forward Deployed Engineer (Principal)
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Provider Operations Manager - Credentialing
$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...
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Principal Clinical Content- Physician (Clinical AI Strategist - UpToDate®) - Partnerships
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
2 weeks ago
Implementation Consultant - Lead
$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...
2 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
$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...
1 week ago
Technical Program Manager-Flight Software
$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...
Reposted 1 week ago
Regulatory Strategy Senior Associate
$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...
1 week ago
Head of Software Systems & Business Enablement
$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...
2 weeks ago
Partner Success Manager (Texas or South - Remote)
$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...
3 weeks 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.