State of Washington Program Specialist Pay

Based on 34 postings, Oct 2025–Oct 2026

State of Washington posted Program Specialist pay of $77,424–$104,052/yr in October 2026. Across 34 postings (Oct 2025–Oct 2026) the posted ranges ran $45,024–$104,052/yr.

$77,424–$104,052/yr

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Program Specialist 4: Substance Use Disorder Professional- DA48-HQ

State of Washington

Full-time $77,424–$104,052/yr
Last seen Oct 11, 2026
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34PostingsOct 2025–Oct 2026
1Open right now
15Distinct ranges posted

Pay changes for the same job

PostingPosted ranges over time
Program Specialist 3 - Firearms and Background Division - OlympiaApr 2026 $58,584–$78,912/yr → Aug 2026 $59,760–$80,496/yr

Posted pay ranges

Each distinct range State of Washington posted for Program Specialist roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.

Program Specialist 3 (Energy & Utilities Program)First posted Oct 2025
$58,584–$78,912/yr
Program Specialist 2 - Special EducationFirst posted Jan 2026
$45,024–$60,132/yr
Program Specialist 3 (Project, FDA Inspector)First posted Jan 2026
$56,880–$76,608/yr
PROGRAM SPECIALIST 5 - VIN Officer SupervisorFirst posted Feb 2026
$69,744–$93,804/yr
PROGRAM SPECIALIST 3First posted Feb 2026
$69,072–$92,880/yr
Program Specialist 4 - Curriculum DeveloperFirst posted Feb 2026
$63,252–$84,984/yr
Program Specialist 4 (Substance Use Disorder Professional) - CCCCFirst posted Feb 2026
$36–$48/hr
Program Specialist (PS5)First posted Jun 2026
$69,744–$91,464/yr
Program Specialist 3First posted Jul 2026
$59,760–$80,496/yr
Program Specialist 3First posted Jul 2026
$58,584–$78,936/yr
PROGRAM SPECIALIST 4First posted Jul 2026
$64,512–$86,688/yr
Program Specialist 3First posted Jul 2026
$71,880–$96,660/yr

Pay by level

Base titlePosted Jun 2026
$69,744–$91,464/yr
2Posted Aug 2026
$45,924–$61,332/yr
3Posted Aug 2026
$59,760–$80,496/yr
4Posted Oct 2026
$77,424–$104,052/yr
5Posted Aug 2026
$71,136–$95,676/yr

Postings this is based on

Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.

PostedPostingRange
Oct 9, 2026Program Specialist 4: Substance Use Disorder Professional- DA48-HQ$77,424–$104,052/yr
Aug 21, 2026Program Specialist 4 (Curriculum Developer)$64,512–$86,688/yr
Aug 14, 2026Program Specialist 5 - Firearms and Background Division - Olympia$71,136–$95,676/yr
Aug 14, 2026Program Specialist 3 - Firearms and Background Division - Olympia$59,760–$80,496/yr
Aug 4, 2026Program Specialist 4, Substance Use Disorder Professional$77,424–$104,052/yr
Aug 1, 2026Program Specialist 2 - Professional Certification Office$45,924–$61,332/yr
Jul 17, 2026Program Specialist 3$71,880–$96,660/yr
Jul 8, 2026PROGRAM SPECIALIST 4$64,512–$86,688/yr
Jul 2, 2026Program Specialist 3$58,584–$78,936/yr
Jul 2, 2026Program Specialist 3$59,760–$80,496/yr

State of Washington Program Specialist Pay: FAQ

How much does State of Washington pay a Program Specialist?

State of Washington's most recent Program Specialist posting (October 2026) listed $77,424–$104,052/yr.

What is the Program Specialist pay range at State of Washington?

Across 34 Program Specialist postings from Oct 2025–Oct 2026, posted pay ran $45,024–$104,052/yr.

Has State of Washington Program Specialist pay changed?

Yes. Program Specialist 3 - Firearms and Background Division - Olympia: Apr 2026 $58,584–$78,912/yr → Aug 2026 $59,760–$80,496/yr.

What does each Program Specialist level pay?

Base title: $69,744–$91,464/yr (Jun 2026); 2: $45,924–$61,332/yr (Aug 2026); 3: $59,760–$80,496/yr (Aug 2026); 4: $77,424–$104,052/yr (Oct 2026); 5: $71,136–$95,676/yr (Aug 2026).