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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$107K - $125K *

Transform policy development and program design by leading a dynamic team. Collaborate with government and industry partners to shape effective programs that align with strategic objectives and enhanc...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing technical teams, ensuring quality performance, and managing intelligence analysis efforts. Collaborate with government entities while supporting cri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $149K *

Lead the development and implementation of a countywide early childhood strategy, enhancing access to quality childcare and resources for families. Collaborate across departments and with community st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Strategize and lead proactive government relations to enhance access to services for individuals with disabilities. Build relationships with officials, monitor policy changes, and coordinate advocacy...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring the highest quality standards in aerospace. You'll perform inspections and assessments for space flight hardware, applying your expertise in quality management...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $150K *

Help us ensure the highest quality standards for aerospace hardware by performing inspections, assessments, and surveillance functions in compliance with established requirements, contributing to the...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $233K *

Lead the charge in advancing critical space capabilities through technical expertise and strategic collaboration, ensuring successful program execution and innovation in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Champion the development of innovative learning solutions, driving site initiatives and enhancing educational outcomes through assessment, design, and evaluation. Collaborate with stakeholders to impl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower research excellence as you lead complex programs and initiatives, providing strategic oversight and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to drive impactful outcomes in research administr...

1 week ago

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

$105K - $115K *

Unlock insights by evaluating processes and technology to enhance operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze data, develop reports, and support strategic initiatives for a key government age...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading multidisciplinary projects, fostering client relations, and driving excellence in delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance integrated solutions and support...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$143K - $180K *

Unlock potential by providing senior leadership and strategic oversight for a complex, multinational aviation services program. Drive program performance across multiple functions, while ensuring comp...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion data excellence by enhancing governance frameworks and policies, ensuring compliance and data quality through collaboration with stakeholders, and leading continuous improvement initiatives a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $160K *

Champion financial management for large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring budget accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to monitor progress, resolve issues, and maintain client satisfac...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing budgets and financial oversight for NRO infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, monitor progress, and resolve issues, driving productivity and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national security through expert analysis and support. Leverage your CI expertise to identify threats and develop strategies, while collaborating with partner...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive strategic initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to enhance logistics and resource management for defense operations, ensuring alignment with national security objectives and optimizing p...

2 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead advanced procedural nursing initiatives, enhancing patient care and outcomes across diverse specialties. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive quality improvement and mentor nursing s...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by providing expert security analysis and program protection strategies for critical NGA research initiatives, ensuring the safeguarding of classified information and technology throu...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize workflow processes and enhance administrative support for leadership, ensuring efficient task management and communication across teams while driving continuous improvement initiatives within...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing weapons systems through rigorous test and evaluation. You'll support the DoD acquisition lifecycle, ensuring operational effectiveness and suitability while c...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing test and evaluation for weapons systems, ensuring operational effectiveness and suitability through comprehensive planning, execution, and analysis across the DoD acquisit...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$59K - $122K *

Optimize procurement processes by conducting market research, developing specifications, and managing contract files. Ensure compliance with federal regulations while procuring IT-related goods and se...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading complex divestiture initiatives. Drive alignment and manage interdependencies in a transformative environment, ensuring successful execution across varied business funct...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in shaping security operations as a Senior Security Specialist, delivering expert guidance while enhancing personnel security programs and processes. Drive strategic initiatives, mento...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.