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Wayne County Government

Program Administrator

Detroit, MI · On-site

$63.72K/yr

Reporting to the IDSD Assigned Counsel Administrator, the Program Administrator of the Investigator and Expert Program will manage access to MIDC funding for investigators and experts by assigned ...

State Bar of Texas

Program Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

The Program Administrator ensures the accuracy and completeness of IOLTA Program database management system, including tracking, analyzing, and compiling detailed financial data and related ...

State Bar of Texas

Program Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

The Program Administrator supports the Interest on Lawyers' Trust Accounts (IOLTA) program of the Texas Access to Justice Foundation. The Program Administrator ensures the accuracy and completeness ...

Nidec Motor

Program Administrator

Atlanta, GA

As a Program Administrator with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts ...

Nidec Corporation

Program Administrator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

As a Program Administrator with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts ...

Murray Resources

Program Administrator

Irving, TX · On-site

$25 - $29/hr

Our client is seeking a Program Administrator to manage the day-to-day administrative operations of the NETA certification program. The Program Administrator will serve as the primary point of ...

Acacia Network

Program Administrator

Bronx, NY · On-site

POSITION OVERVIEW The Program Administrator of Substance Use Disorder Services is responsible for the administrative oversight of the OASAS certified 822 Comprehensive Integrated Outpatient Treatment ...

Acacia Network

Program Administrator

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$110K/yr

POSITION OVERVIEW The Program Administrator of Substance Use Disorder Services is responsible for the administrative oversight of the OASAS certified 822 Comprehensive Integrated Outpatient Treatment ...

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Acacia Network

Program Administrator

Bronx, NY · On-site

POSITION OVERVIEW The Program Administrator of Substance Use Disorder Services is responsible for the administrative oversight of the OASAS certified 822 Comprehensive Integrated Outpatient Treatment ...

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As of Jun 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for program admin in the United States is $90,629.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Program Admins often encounter challenges such as managing competing priorities, ensuring effective communication between departments, and keeping track of multiple project timelines. Balancing the needs and expectations of various stakeholders can require strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Successful Program Admins proactively address issues through regular check-ins, clear documentation, and by fostering collaborative relationships across teams.

What are Program Admins?

Program Admins, or Program Administrators, are professionals responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and management of specific programs within an organization. They coordinate activities, manage budgets, ensure compliance with policies, and serve as a point of contact for stakeholders. Program Admins often handle reporting, evaluate program effectiveness, and implement improvements to achieve organizational goals. Their role may vary depending on the industry, but administrative, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

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AspectProgram AdminProgram Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree; certifications like CAPM or PMP are commonUsually requires a bachelor’s degree; certifications are less common
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, often in nonprofit, government, or corporate sectorsOffice or field-based, depending on program type
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various industries including education, healthcare, and governmentCommon in nonprofit, education, and community programs

Program Admins generally handle broader administrative functions, policy implementation, and oversight, while Program Coordinators focus on day-to-day program activities and direct participant engagement. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but Program Admins often have more strategic responsibilities.

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Program Administrator

Wayne County Government

Detroit, MI • On-site

$63.72K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

WHO WE ARE
The Charter County of Wayne is Michigan's largest county. We are home to 34 cities and nine townships. From Rockwood to Livonia, from Sumpter Township to the Grosse Pointes, each community in Wayne County offers residents and businesses a unique blend of opportunity to live, work, play and raise families. Headquartered in Detroit, our largest city and the automotive capital of the world, Wayne County offers a diversified economy and high standards for our residents' quality of life. Our history is rich and we take pride in being one of the most diverse communities that values culture, arts, and world-class amenities. Wayne County provides leadership that ensures the County operates efficiently, effectively, and responsibly. We provide transparently while building a stronger County inclusive of collaborations, innovation, and a clear focus on serving our residents.
Wayne County Indigent Defense Services Department (IDSD)
Wayne County's Indigent Defense Services Department is developing a staff of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in criminal defense representation at the trial court level, and equal access to justice. IDSD is state-funded through annual grants from the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC). IDSD will manage the transition and then assume responsibility for the entire indigent defense system in Wayne County's Third Circuit Court, Michigan's largest trial court handling more than 16,000 assignments of counsel in felony cases that originate in the county's numerous district courts.
In 2020, approximately 75% of the assignments were handled by about 200 private assigned counsel who were qualified by the Court to handle cases in four Tiers, or categories, of cases. The remaining 25% of assignments went to the Neighborhood Defender Service Detroit (NDSD), Wayne County's new public defender office.
Reporting to the IDSD Assigned Counsel Administrator, the Program Administrator of the Investigator and Expert Program will manage access to MIDC funding for investigators and experts by assigned criminal defense counsel handling felony cases in the Third Judicial Circuit. Nearly 16,000 assigned cases are eligible for the services following appointment of counsel, who encouraged to start immediately following district court arraignments on the warrant. As with its predecessor Pilot Project, the Program places approval of investigator and expert service in the hands of Program Administrator, themselves experienced criminal defense attorneys. The Program Administrator consult with assigned counsel on needs of individual cases, provide resources enabling counsel's selection of particular investigators and experts, and approve use and payment according to a schedule of fees. Investigators are available for all cases handled by private assigned counsel (the Neighborhood Defender Services employs staff investigators), and experts are available for all assigned cases. Requests for services and any discussion taking place between counsel and the Program Administrator is privileged and protected from disclosure except in anonymous summary form.
REQUIRED TASKS
    • Required Tasks
      • Consulting directly with assigned counsel on needs for investigation or expert services in individual cases, through in-person contact, email, and phone.
      • Communicating directly with investigators and experts, as needed, on continuing needs and completion of services throughout the case, and payment after services have been rendered.
      • Preparing reports and recommendations on use of Program services.
      • Training assigned counsel on the use of investigators and experts, and collaborating with others to provide training.
      • Voting member of attorney assignment committee which includes monitoring attorney compliance with MIDC Standard 3 and IDSD policies.
    • Additional Tasks
      • Developing and managing collections of investigators and experts who are willing and eligible to provide services in assigned criminal cases.
      • Working with other IDSD staff, developing and maintaining a case management system to handle a large number of requests and payments.
      • Working with other IDSD staff, developing a process for verifying the accuracy of requests for payment, as well as compliance with rate schedules.
      • Managing an online process for approving requests, paying vendors, and evaluating the impact of services.
      • Communicating directly with assigned counsel on continuing needs for services, and satisfaction with services, throughout the case.
      • Compiling data on use of Program services.
      • Working with IDSD staff to develop benchmarks and anticipated budgets for future Program funding requests.
      • At the direction of the Assigned Counsel Administrator, monitoring the performance of assigned counsel.

    Performing other duties as assigned.

Educational/Experience Requirements
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a criminal defense attorney.
    • Preferred:
      • Prior work in a role supporting assigned criminal defense counsel.

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