Program Specialist

National Institutes of Health; Salt Lake City (UT); Remote; USD 62,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks Program Specialists to support Institutes and Centers. You will develop and implement plans, coordinate day-to-day and long-range projects, and support administrative functions and scientific research. The role emphasizes analysis, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

The position is telework-eligible with location negotiable after selection. Salary ranges from $61,722 to $133,142 per year. Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Qualifications

• Transcripts may be requested if education is used to satisfy experience requirements.
• Strong analytical and planning abilities are required.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple offices and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive plans and strategies for internal and external program integration.
• Analyze program performance data to identify issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities and maintain integrated reporting systems for management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Planning & coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

• Hiring Agency: National Institutes of Health
• Department: Department of Health and Human Services
• Location: Location Negotiable After Selection

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking Program Specialists to support its Institutes and Centers. Program Specialists develop and implement comprehensive plans and strategies and coordinate the integration of day-to-day and long-range projects, programs, and activities supporting administrative functions and scientific research.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive plans and strategies for the internal and external integration of day-to-day and long-range projects, actions and activities. Analyze and evaluate, on a quantitative or qualitative basis, the effectiveness of programs or operations in meeting established goals and objectives and analyze program performance data to identify issues and make recommendations for improvement.

Extrapolate from existing methods and procedures to future requirements in developing timely and executable plans of action and to provide recommendations and advice. Actions may cross multi-functional and/or organizational lines, and may require extensive coordination. Plan and develop, maintain, and monitor integrated reporting systems and communicate information to management for the effective evaluation of program operations and performance.

Research and/or analyze unstable or complex program issues Participate in inter- and/or intra-agency meetings and obtain cooperation and agreement on program or administrative issues. Develop recommendations and policies and prepare and issue procedures and guidelines for implementation of program or administrative policies, delegations, and requirements.

Requirements & Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $61722 – $133142/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.