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.
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$85K - $100K *
Transform your career by leading Integrated Primary Prevention initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance well-being and address critical behavioral issues within the Coast Guard communi...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$86K - $103K *
Join a dynamic team as an Integrated Primary Prevention Specialist, driving impactful prevention strategies across diverse settings. Collaborate with leaders to enhance community well-being and addres...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$86K - $103K *
Drive impactful change as an Integrated Primary Prevention Specialist, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance well-being and address critical behavioral issues within the Coast Guard community. S...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$85K - $100K *
Join a dedicated team as an Integrated Primary Prevention Specialist, focusing on enhancing well-being and resilience within the Coast Guard community through effective prevention strategies and colla...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$85K - $100K *
Optimize Integrated Primary Prevention initiatives by consulting with commands, implementing effective strategies, and evaluating program impacts to enhance the well-being of active-duty members, civi...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Drive integrated primary prevention initiatives by consulting with commands, evaluating program effectiveness, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance well-being and resilience across diverse p...
1 week ago
Integrated Primary Prevention (IPP) Specialist
$85K - $100K *
Empower local commands by executing Integrated Primary Prevention strategies, ensuring effective planning, implementation, and evaluation of programs addressing critical behavioral issues for active-d...
1 week ago
Program Management / Administrative
$100K - $120K *
Take ownership of program management and administrative support, ensuring timely deliverables and effective coordination across divisions and external organizations to enhance operational efficiency a...
1 week ago
Senior Admin Support/Project Information Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing administrative efficiency and program effectiveness. Leverage your expertise in management policies, training, and technical support to drive innovation and q...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by managing complex customer programs and services. Drive performance through effective vendor management, data analytics, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring custome...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate patient care by managing medication therapies, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring optimal treatment outcomes. This role requires advanced clinical expertise and the ability to i...
4 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Clinical Pharmacy Specialist, providing expert medication management and collaborating with providers to enhance patient outcomes. Utilize your clinical expertise t...
4 days ago
Clinical Education Specialist - LA/San Diego
$95K - $115K *
Advance clinical education initiatives by collaborating with teams to enhance training solutions, improve patient outcomes, and drive procedural adoption through effective communication and strategic...
1 week ago
Senior Contract Specialist / Administrator III
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential by providing senior-level acquisition support throughout the federal acquisition lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop, award, and manage complex contracts, ensurin...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $155K *
Transform community engagement by architecting systems that connect founders, funders, and creatives. Lead initiatives to cultivate relationships and activate resources for impactful ventures, ensurin...
5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to support the Security Authorization process for FISMA systems, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to document results and enhance system...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate client success by owning onboarding from kickoff to go-live. Act as a trusted advisor, managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while ensuring clients maximize value from solutio...
1 week ago
$95K *
Champion security operations by conducting prescreening interviews, managing SCIFs, and ensuring compliance with physical security protocols. Play a key role in supporting foreign travel processes and...
5 days ago
$84K - $110K *
Drive impactful decarbonization initiatives by implementing customer programs that promote clean energy solutions for homes and businesses, enhancing sustainability efforts and reducing greenhouse gas...
1 week ago
$91K - $137K *
Lead a dynamic team in developing innovative health data solutions, focusing on FAIR data management and machine learning. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance research and clinical care through a...
Today
Public Diplomacy and Technical Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing public diplomacy through strategic messaging, impactful content creation, and event coordination. Leverage your expertise in communications and foreign policy...
Yesterday
$135K - $155K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize operations for the US Army TENCAP, enhancing national capabilities through effective task management, knowledge sharing, and event coordination while supporting high-le...
1 week ago
$86K - $103K *
Drive cybersecurity assessments for Navy IT systems, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and security throughout the system life-cycle. Analyze risks and provide technical guidance to...
Today
$103K - $181K *
Champion security cooperation initiatives by providing operational support for complex projects in the Indo-Pacific region. Leverage your expertise to enhance multi-agency coordination and ensure comp...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $150K *
Lead the planning and execution of inspection programs, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement within the organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify deficiencies and implement cor...
5 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.