Program Development Manager Jobs in Texas

Program Development Manager jobs in Texas are consistently active, with strong demand across healthcare systems, workforce development nonprofits, higher education, and state and federal government programs, from coordinator-level roles through senior director positions. Houston, Dallas, and Austin generate the largest share of openings, anchored by employers like the University of Texas System, Texas Health Resources, and Lockheed Martin. The most sought-after specialties in Texas are grant-funded community programs, workforce training initiatives, and curriculum or instructional design management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top employerAmazon
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring28
Work type48% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Raytheon
Program Operations Manager (POM), Development
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Program Operations Manager (POM), Development
Raytheon
McKinney, Texas
Business Operations
Performance Marketing
Project Management
$108k - $205k/yr
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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OEConnection
Associate Program Development Representative - Hybrid in Austin, TX
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Associate Program Development Representative - Hybrid in Austin, TX
OEConnection
Austin, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Venus Aerospace
Deputy Program Manager for Propulsion Development
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Deputy Program Manager for Propulsion Development
Venus Aerospace
Houston, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering

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The University of Texas at San Antonio
Program Coordinator - Faculty Research Development, Strategic Research Initiatives
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Program Coordinator - Faculty Research Development, Strategic Research Initiatives
The University of Texas at San Antonio
San Antonio, Texas
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Southern Methodist University
Managing Director - Business Development (HR Title: Executive Program Director)
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Southern Methodist University
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Managing Director - Business Development (HR Title: Executive Program Director)
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, Texas
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
Master's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Program Development Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Worth
9 jobs
Irving
8 jobs
Plano
5 jobs
El Paso
3 jobs
The Woodlands
3 jobs

Program Development Manager Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Amazon
Amazon9 open roles
USI Insurance Services
USI Insurance Services8 open roles
QXO
QXO6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Retail
  • Energy
  • Science & Research
  • Technology & Software

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in program development manager jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in public administration, education, business, or a related field required
  • Three or more years managing program planning, implementation, and evaluation cycles
  • Demonstrated experience developing grant proposals and managing funded program budgets
  • Proficiency with project management tools such as Asana, Smartsheet, or Microsoft Project
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills across community partners, funders, and leadership
  • Experience with compliance reporting for state or federal program requirements in Texas

Program Development Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a program development manager in Texas?

Most program development manager roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in public administration, education, social work, business, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. There is no single state-issued license for this role, but Texas employers in workforce development frequently value credentials such as the Project Management Professional certification or a Certified Nonprofit Professional designation. Building experience in program coordination, grant writing, or policy implementation at a Texas state agency, university, or nonprofit is the most common path to management.

Which companies hire program development managers in Texas?

Employers hiring program development managers in Texas right now include Amazon, USI Insurance Services, and QXO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large healthcare networks, flagship universities, and state workforce agencies are particularly consistent sources of openings throughout the year.

Which Texas cities have the most program development manager jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most program development manager openings in Texas. Houston and Dallas lead due to their concentration of large hospital systems, corporate headquarters, and federally funded workforce programs, while Austin's state government agencies and fast-growing nonprofit sector drive steady demand there as well.

Are there remote program development manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than many comparable management roles, since much of the work involves planning, reporting, stakeholder communication, and grant writing that can be done off-site. About 52% of program development manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting real flexibility in the field. The portions of the role most suited to remote work are grant administration, data reporting, and curriculum development, while community outreach and partner meetings often require in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a program development manager in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is starting as a program coordinator or program associate at a Texas nonprofit, community college, or state workforce agency and moving into management after leading a funded project. Large Texas employers such as Workforce Solutions offices across the state, Texas Health and Human Services, and major university systems regularly post coordinator roles that serve as direct pipelines to program management. Building a portfolio of grant-funded project documentation or completing a Project Management Professional certification gives candidates a measurable edge in a competitive applicant pool.

Where can I find and apply to program development manager jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to program development manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and hiring regions. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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