How to hire a group program manager

How to hire a group program manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step group program manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a group program manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new group program manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The group program manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A group program manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, group program managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of group program managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Group Program Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Group Program Manager	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$36-166
   Vice President Of Information Technology	A Vice President Of Information Technology supervises an organization's technology initiatives, IT changes, and updates to all projects. They also identify and propose new information technologies and systems to improve business processes and decision-making.	$52-111
   Information Technology Director	An information technology (IT) Director is a professional responsible for the management, strategy, and execution of an organization's IT infrastructure. He/She supervises a team of workers while working with the organization's management and external vendors and advisors... Show more	$46-94

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Program Management
   • Project Management
   • Portfolio
   • Cloud
   • Azure
   • Direct Reports
   • Business Processes
   • Strategic Direction
   • Process Improvement
   • PMO
   • R
   • Saas
   • Scrum
   • Performance Reviews

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Handle intake process, obtain insurance authorizations, supervise utilization and management of Medicaid behavioral health manage care services.
   • Serve as point of contact for finance manager/analysts, architecture, operations, PMO and product service owners.
   • Ensure database update regularly with investor data and other relevant information; enforce document management procedures for system housing documents.
   • Own the product management/marketing responsibilities for a suite of remote patient monitoring, workflow management SAAS products.
   • Form a development partnership with a Taiwanese OEM to leverage their low-cost design and manufacturing strength with Polaroid's photographic expertise.
   • Perform data element analysis to determine design approach on data elements for extracting and populating into object orient database management system.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the group program manager job description is a good way to get more applicants. A group program manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a group program manager in Wyoming may be lower than in Connecticut, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level group program manager. Additionally, a group program manager with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average group program manager salary

   $161,196yearly

   $77.50 hourly rate

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   Entry-level group program manager salary

   $75,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average group program manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$198,730	$96
   2	California	$183,242	$88
   3	District of Columbia	$178,413	$86
   4	New Jersey	$178,151	$86
   5	Maryland	$177,771	$85
   6	Washington	$172,523	$83
   7	Virginia	$169,269	$81
   8	Massachusetts	$161,608	$78
   9	Arizona	$154,963	$75
   10	Illinois	$151,667	$73
   11	Oregon	$148,752	$72
   12	North Carolina	$147,625	$71
   13	Indiana	$145,040	$70
   14	Ohio	$141,302	$68
   15	Georgia	$134,164	$65
   16	Texas	$132,443	$64
   17	Mississippi	$125,222	$60
   18	Florida	$124,106	$60

   Average group program manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Federal Reserve	$236,905	$113.90
   2	Federal Reserve Bank	$208,834	$100.40	11
   3	Citi	$205,436	$98.77	24
   4	Okta	$196,273	$94.36	22
   5	Meta	$191,770	$92.20	228
   6	NOV	$173,462	$83.40	4
   7	Monumental Life Insurance	$172,365	$82.87
   8	Morgan Stanley	$170,166	$81.81	27
   9	Adobe	$164,318	$79.00	47
   10	Intel	$158,892	$76.39	16
   11	Royal Bank of Canada	$146,741	$70.55	10
   12	Microsoft	$144,176	$69.32	147
   13	Cisco	$144,109	$69.28	20
   14	*n/a*	$139,569	$67.10	1
   15	Thermo Fisher Scientific	$134,323	$64.58	79
   16	Northrop Grumman	$132,845	$63.87	133
   17	Applied Concepts	$105,351	$50.65
   18	QSAC	$48,777	$23.45	3
   19	Compass Group USA	$46,998	$22.60	83
   20	Bay State Community Services	$38,899	$18.70

4. Writing a group program manager job description

   A group program manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a group program manager job description:

   Group program manager job description example

   What is Build the Future?
   
   Build the Future is one of the Prysmian Group Graduate Programs, now in its 12th edition!
   We aim to hire talents globally with diverse background and experiences who are eager to make our world a more sustainable place and ready to embrace new challenges.
   Are you willing to make your mark in the Energy transition and Digitalization of our communities?
   Be part of this important change and help us build a better future for all of us. Join us!
   
   Program Overview
   
   Our Graduate Program provides an immersive experience in our company from day 1.
   The program starts with a two-week Global Induction with trainings and activities led by the Prysmian Group Academy in collaboration with a Top-Ranking Business School.
   Following your induction, you will be part of a one-year job rotation in 3 different departments: Research and Development, Operations in one of our production sites, and Sales Support/Technical Sales.
   After the first year of rotation, you will start your international assignment for a duration of 3 years. The position will be either technical, mainly based in one of our production sites, or business related, strongly linked to the core of our business.
   You will learn new ways of working, acquire new knowledge, meet new colleagues and embrace a new culture!
   At the end of your assignment abroad, returning to the country you have been hired in, you will be ready to take on a new responsibility in the technical or business areas continuing your career in Prysmian Group.
   
   What else is in for you?
   
   A competitive reward package, including a bonus opportunity.A training plan tailored for you in partnership with a Top-Ranking Business School.A buddy who will help you settle in quickly, during the first year of your journey.A wide range of training and career development opportunities based on performance.Mobility benefits during your international assignment.A global network of 250+ other colleagues who have already joined our graduate program.
   
   Who are you?
   
   You are keen on joining a career in our industry and you are ready to embrace a new challenge.You have graduated in the last 18 months, or you are completing a degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) or Business and Economics fields.You speak English fluently.You have worked or studied abroad and/or you are willing to join an international experience with Prysmian Group.You have excellent communication and presentation skills.You enjoy learning and working with other colleagues.
   
   Everyone at Prysmian Group has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is working to make our future greener. Just come as you are, bringing all your energy, passion and ideas.
   
   Ready to embark on a new journey?
   Apply now and discover more on www.prysmiangroup.com/graduates
   
   Prysmian Group, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities, who will enhance the quality of service and contribute to the Group's success. Prysmian Group is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, appreciated and free to fully express their human potential. Prysmian Group strongly believes that diversity drives meritocracy and brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increases the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and shareholders. Prysmian Group bases its decisions on principles of equality, with evaluations based on the type of position and with a focus on best practices so individuals succeed based on their efforts and skills and their alignment with applicable job requirements. Line Managers, Hiring Managers, HR Corporate and HR Local are responsible for ensuring that diversity and inclusion are respected during the recruiting process. Unconscious bias and stereotypes must not influence our selection processes. We look for the best candidates and for the real value they can bring into the organization. We value meritocracy. We value diversity. We turn off our bias. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find the right group program manager for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with group program managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit group program managers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your group program manager job on Zippia to find and recruit group program manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with group program manager candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new group program manager

   Once you've found the group program manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new group program manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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