Program Associate Jobs in Texas
Program Associate jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in nonprofit management, public health, education administration, and government-funded programs, and openings at every level from entry-level coordinators through senior program associates. Austin, Houston, and Dallas anchor most of the hiring, where organizations like Dell Technologies, Texas Health Resources, and the University of Texas System maintain consistent program associate headcount. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are grant-funded community programs, workforce development, and policy implementation roles tied to the state's large public sector. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Hi, we're Oscar. We're hiring a Pharmacy Program Associate to join our team Pharmacy Program and Implementation. Oscar is the first health insurance company built around a full stack technology platform and a relentless focus on serving our members. We started Oscar in 2012 to create the kind of health insurance company we would want for ourselves—one that behaves like a doctor in the family.
About The Role
You will support all activities related to program implementation goals and post implementation oversight and monitoring to ensure success. Also, support operational improvements for core operations, including proper controls and monitoring, to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness, supporting the program across the organization and helping implement project management fundamentals and standards across the organization. You will build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure business alignment and support change management. You will report into the Director, Pharmacy Programs.
Work Location:
This position is based in our Dallas, TX office, requiring a hybrid work schedule with 3 days of in-office work per week. Thursdays are a required in-office day for team meetings and events, while your other two office days are flexible to suit your schedule.
Pay Transparency:
The base pay for this role is: $87,188 - $114,434 per year. You are also eligible for employee benefits, participation in Oscar's unlimited vacation program and annual performance bonuses.
Responsibilities
- Organize and support daily activities based on the goals of the program
- Identify optimization opportunities to support program objectives
- Support implementations end to end to ensure success
- Lead certain components of the program
- Partner with other departments and various stakeholders to ensure operational excellence
- Support a successful program end to end through assisting in project plan development, keeping your stakeholders in the loop on status, proactively flagging, managing escalations, tracking and helping to resolve program risks and milestones, and supporting program retros to assess strengths and weaknesses
- Support the tracking and monitoring of controls
- Develop tools and standards to support team programs year over year based on program retros
- Develop meeting materials, track and follow-up on action items, assist with management of all project plans
- Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or 4 years commensurate experience.
- 3+ years working for a PBM, Payer, or Pharmacy Consulting firm, with a focus on reviewing healthcare data.
- 3+ years leading cross-functional teams/projects and change management.
- 1+ years working with health insurance regulation/compliance.
- 1+ years working with technical teams, integrations or product management.
Bonus Points
- Experience with medical payer and PBM claims adjudication systems, such as RxClaim.
- Experience with pharmacy claim testing and Quality Assurance (QA).
- Experience with a ticketing system (such as Jira or Appian).
- Experience with Project Management systems (such as Monday.com).
- Experience with payers offering ACA/health exchange insurance.
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Pay Transparency:
Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education, and experience. Full-time employees are eligible for benefits including: medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, paid parental leave, 401(k) plan participation, life and disability insurance, and paid wellness time and reimbursements.
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Program Associate Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Walmart35

- The University of Texas at Austin29

- Alvarez & Marsal28

- Goldman Sachs20

- Oscar Management Corporation16

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services189
- Technology & Software118
- Education88
- Construction & Real Estate85
- Manufacturing75
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program associate jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, business, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing program timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder reporting
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and program tracking or database tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for grant reports and community outreach
- Ability to coordinate across multiple internal teams and external partner organizations
- Familiarity with compliance requirements for federally or state-funded Texas programs
Program Associate Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a program associate in Texas?
Most program associate roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in public administration, social work, nonprofit management, business, or a closely related field. Texas does not issue a state license specific to program associates, but roles in certain sectors require additional credentials: positions tied to behavioral health programs may require alignment with Texas Health and Human Services standards, while workforce development roles often prefer candidates familiar with Texas Workforce Commission guidelines. Building experience through internships with Texas nonprofits or state agencies strengthens candidacy significantly.
Which companies hire program associates in Texas?
Employers hiring program associates in Texas right now include Walmart, The University of Texas at Austin, and Alvarez & Marsal, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large nonprofit sector, major university systems, and state-funded health and human services agencies are consistently among the most active hirers of program associates across the state.
Which Texas cities have the most program associate jobs?
Dallas, Houston, and Austin have the most program associate openings in Texas. Austin's concentration of state government agencies and policy-focused nonprofits drives its volume, Houston's size and its extensive network of healthcare systems and community organizations fuel demand there, and Dallas draws openings through its corporate foundations, regional nonprofits, and large public university presence.
Are there remote program associate jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since program associates focused on data tracking, grant reporting, and policy coordination can often work remotely. About 20% of program associate openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of much of the work. Roles requiring direct community outreach, site visits, or in-person program delivery are more likely to be on-site.
How can I get hired as a program associate in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for program coordinator assistant or program support specialist roles at Texas nonprofits and state agencies, which regularly bring in candidates without direct experience. Organizations like United Way of Greater Houston, the Texas Association of Nonprofits member network, and Texas Health and Human Services run internship and new-hire pathways designed for early-career candidates. A relevant bachelor's degree, volunteer experience with a Texas nonprofit, or a grant-writing certificate adds meaningful competitive weight to an entry-level application.
Where can I find and apply to program associate jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to program associate jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through the listing. No intermediate steps are required between finding a role and submitting your application.
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