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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$73K - $112K *

Lead enterprise community benefit initiatives, coordinating programs and partnerships to enhance health equity and align with strategic priorities across departments and regions. Drive project managem...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$73K - $112K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to coordinate community benefit programs, ensuring alignment with health priorities and compliance. Drive initiatives that enhance community health impact through stra...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Innovate the future of high school programs by managing scheduling, graduation pathways, and cross-functional partnerships. Drive data-driven decisions and enhance operational efficiency through AI to...

Yesterday

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

$137K - $207K *

Lead the charge in establishing and managing a Private Sector Clearance Program, coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging senior stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of high-visibility p...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project management by leading complex programs, performing programmatic analysis, facilitating funding coordination, and ensuring execution excellence in collab...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive program success by managing complex projects, analyzing risks, and coordinating funding. Collaborate with teams to facilitate execution, identify potential issues, and enhance program performanc...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform your career by managing program budgets, enhancing workflows, and ensuring financial accuracy. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency and support sustainability initiatives in a dynami...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $100K *

Optimize program management by developing financial reports, tracking budgets, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and improve operational efficiency while supportin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in unmanned systems by executing complex initiatives, solving technical challenges, and ensuring high-quality outputs across diverse projects in a collaborative e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$72K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student success through the implementation of MTSS frameworks and targeted interventions for at-risk learners in secondary education. Drive data-informed deci...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $93K *

Transform student outcomes by leading the implementation of MTSS frameworks and interventions for at-risk learners. Collaborate with educators to enhance academic, behavioral, and attendance support a...

1 week ago

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

$72K - $93K *

Engage in the implementation of MTSS frameworks at the secondary level, focusing on academic, behavioral, and attendance support for at-risk learners. Collaborate with staff to enhance intervention pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$72K - $93K *

Lead the charge in implementing MTSS frameworks at the secondary level, focusing on academic, behavioral, and attendance support for at-risk students. Collaborate with staff to enhance intervention st...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$89K - $151K *

Empower residential energy programs by coordinating delivery, managing budgets, and collaborating with teams to enhance efficiency and customer experience. Utilize data-driven insights to achieve prog...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage grants and renewal applications, ensuring compliance and providing expert guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to negotiate budgets and terms, while mentoring juni...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $115K *

Transform innovative technologies into impactful solutions by managing R&D programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely execution and delivery of projects, while fostering commu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to lead event planning and logistics for impactful domestic and international conferences, ensuring seamless execution and strategic communication that enhances client engagement a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team as you support project initiatives through secondary research, enhance our knowledge base, and collaborate across global offices to meet diverse information needs in the healthcare...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by adapting and optimizing our core GTM operations for new markets and business lines. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective tool usage and drive successful migrations, while b...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to enhance data.CMS.gov, driving open data initiatives and collaborating with CMS stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery and optimal user experience...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$162K - $201K *

Lead the charge in advancing national security initiatives by managing business development for cutting-edge space technologies. Drive customer engagement, oversee project execution, and enhance BD pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive the development and maintenance of configuration management processes for a critical satellite navigation system, ensuring documentation accuracy and software integrity while collaborating with...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the future of aerospace projects by managing multiple programs, ensuring customer satisfaction, budget adherence, and technical execution. Oversee teams and coordinate with stakeholders to achiev...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us to oversee multiple projects, ensuring successful execution and customer satisfaction while managing budgets up to $20M. Lead teams, coordinate resources, and drive program performance to meet...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing submarine communications security. You'll manage COMSEC operations, support policy development, and ensure the integrity of critical systems, playing a vital...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.