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.
$202K - $303K *
Champion the planning and execution of software programs, driving alignment across teams to ensure timely delivery and successful outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risks and optimize r...
1 week ago
Senior Program Manager I - RCCA Program Manager
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading complex subrecipient programs, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful opioid response initiatives in Illinois. This role demands s...
5 days ago
Project Archaeologist/Cultural Resources Specialist
$76K - $114K *
Advance your career by leading archaeological projects in the Pacific Northwest. Conduct fieldwork, manage teams, and prepare technical reports while collaborating with environmental experts in a flex...
2 weeks ago
Senior Security Governance and Policy Analyst
$120K - $145K *
Lead cybersecurity governance and policy for a DHS program, ensuring compliance and effective implementation. Work with senior leaders to develop and communicate strategies across various environments...
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Program Manager (Department of Justice)
$150K - $200K *
Champion impactful solutions by leading a full-service PMO for federal projects, ensuring governance, delivery excellence, and stakeholder engagement across strategic initiatives within the Department...
6 days ago
$130K - $170K *
Drive cross-functional collaboration to translate customer demands into actionable programs. Ensure clarity and alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain while managing risks and d...
1 week ago
Associate Director of Programs - (5878)
$77K - $95K *
Champion programmatic operations by leading teams, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and drive social justice initiatives, while fo...
1 week ago
Security Specialist (Generalist)
$110K - $165K *
Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness to operational demand...
5 days ago
Security Specialist (Generalist)
$110K - $165K *
Champion security excellence by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness, enhancing operational effectiveness in a...
5 days ago
Program Manager Maternal Services - Perinatal Admin
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading maternal/perinatal initiatives, collaborating with clinical leaders to enhance patient care, operational excellence, and evidence-based practices across the region, ensurin...
5 days ago
Psychometrician / Student Assessment Development Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing and validating student assessments, ensuring test integrity and compliance within a secure environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze performance data and enha...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance customer satisfaction by managing accounts and coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely delivery of products. Strategize initiatives to resolve issues and enhance communication across...
1 week ago
Clinical AI Technical Integration Specialist
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by driving technical integration and validation for Ambient AI Scribe initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational re...
1 week ago
$80K - $85K *
Lead and transform workforce development initiatives, overseeing operational management, staff supervision, and participant success strategies while ensuring compliance and fostering partnerships to e...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $85K *
Optimize workforce development initiatives by leading program operations, overseeing staff, and enhancing participant success strategies across diverse career pathways in a mission-driven environment...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$85K - $110K *
Unlock potential by driving strategic sales growth in Humanities and Social Sciences education. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to deliver innovative learning solutions that enhance student...
5 days ago
Correspondence Manager/Editor, Records Manager, FOIA specialist (EI&E) - TS/SCI required
$115K - $122K *
Transform the correspondence management process by coordinating, editing, and streamlining communication for senior DoD leadership, ensuring compliance with standards and fostering collaboration acros...
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Advisor, Strategic Communications and Space Policy Specialist
$110K - $130K *
Support the USSF by coordinating national-level strategy and policy documents, planning high-profile events, and preparing strategic communications for senior leadership, ensuring effective collaborat...
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$58K - $122K *
Champion IT operations support to enhance Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) systems for defense initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and efficiency in NAVWAR operations, i...
1 week ago
$84K - $109K *
Transform your career by leading complex research programs, coordinating budgets, staffing, and logistics. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative strategies and ensure successful proje...
1 week ago
Senior Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO)
$185K - $215K *
Elevate security protocols for Special Access Programs, ensuring compliance and risk management. Collaborate with government and internal teams to develop procedures, manage inspections, and safeguard...
3 weeks ago
IC Resource Manager, Principal
$161K - $242K *
Unlock strategic resource management expertise to support Intelligence Community missions. Collaborate with senior leaders to align resources with national priorities, ensuring effective execution and...
2 weeks ago
Assistant Director, Research Partnerships
$78K - $100K *
Drive collaborative health research partnerships and programs, managing relationships and activities across diverse stakeholders to enhance institutional development goals and outcomes...
6 days ago
$88K - $132K *
Join us to drive complex projects from planning to delivery, ensuring timely availability of servers and racks for testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet milestones and manage risks...
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Senior Consultant-Program and Project Management
$98K - $163K *
Transform your career by leading complex projects for public sector clients. Drive strategic initiatives, manage workstreams, and deliver high-quality results while fostering collaboration and coachin...
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.