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Job outlook for transition program managers in the United States
Are transition program manager jobs in demand?
Transition program manager job and salary trends over time
Transition program manager jobs over time
Transition program manager job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 504 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 475 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 450 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 406 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 379 | 0.00% |
Average transition program manager salary over time
Transition program manager salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $67,496 | $32.45 | +3.3% |
| 2024 | $65,357 | $31.42 | +2.7% |
| 2023 | $63,647 | $30.60 | +2.4% |
| 2022 | $62,169 | $29.89 | +2.5% |
| 2021 | $60,641 | $29.15 | +3.2% |
Transition program manager jobs by state
Most common states for transition program managers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 558 | 80% |
| 2 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 2,909 | 39% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 198 | 26% |
| 4 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 237 | 22% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,787 | 21% |
| 6 | Delaware | 961,939 | 202 | 21% |
| 7 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,397 | 20% |
| 8 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 268 | 20% |
| 9 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 782 | 19% |
| 10 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 200 | 19% |
| 11 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 570 | 18% |
| 12 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 916 | 16% |
| 13 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 907 | 16% |
| 14 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 575 | 16% |
| 15 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 914 | 15% |
| 16 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 296 | 15% |
| 17 | California | 39,536,653 | 5,447 | 14% |
| 18 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 1,229 | 14% |
| 19 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 244 | 14% |
| 20 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 120 | 14% |
Most common cities for transition program managers
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albany | 1 | 2% | $86,069 |
| 2 | New York | 2 | 0% | $72,544 |
Transition Program Manager job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of transition program manager experts
Middle Tennessee State University
Western Carolina University
Auburn University at Montgomery
Maryville University
Davenport University
Thiel College
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Transition Program Manager job market given the pandemic?
Frank Lambert Ph.D.: Undoubtedly, while the pandemic is continuing, and possibly beyond, comfort working with technology will become an even more pronounced trend for librarians. From information literacy, to running programs online and conducting online instruction, to story times, technology is what helps connect communities with their public libraries even more. Libraries were stuck between a rock and a hard place when the pandemic struck. For SO many people in our community, the library is their primary source with the outside world via the WWW. When libraries had to close to reduce the chances of disease spread, not only was computer access to the Internet lost, but so was access to the Internet at home for those people who could not afford Internet access and instead have to rely on mobile hotspots for access. With libraries closed though, these hotspots could not be signed out. In the future, government should consider libraries an essential service. How was a community member to apply for unemployment benefits if he/she did not have access to the WWW from home? How can that same member apply for other social services or apply for a new job without an Internet connection? Had governments declared public libraries essential services and provided them with the resources needed to stay open, including giving libraries power over enforcing mask mandates, then the pandemic might have had a different look to it.
What soft skills should all Transition Program Managers possess?
Frank Lambert Ph.D.: Graduates in librarianship should have a definite public service ethic as one of their primary soft skills. Librarianship is a rewarding career, but you will not get rich being one. However, people become librarians more often than not just based on that desire to serve. Being a team player is very helpful. You need to work with other professionals and paraprofessionals closely. Working well in a team environment is pretty much essential, regardless whether you are working at a public service desk or behind the scenes in a technical services department. Being open to learning new things is a great soft skill. If you thrive in environments where the only constant is change, then librarianship is a great career. Finally, if you like puzzles or solving problems, then librarianship is for you. You want to run towards challenging information-based problems to start working on them right away. There is nothing more satisfying than finding the answer to a complex and challenging information-based problem and seeing the gratitude on your patron's face.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Transition Program Managers?
Angela Sebby Ph.D.: While jobs may be slower to return to the capacity pre-Covid, the industry and tourism employment will rebound as people still want to travel and explore diverse foods, cultures, and experiences. However, the enduring impact will be the rapid onset of technology that allowed for limited contact with employees and others has become the new norm. Although human interaction is an important aspect of service in the tourism industry, employers have found that they can reduce the number of personal interactions but still deliver an acceptable level of quality service. What would have taken years to adopt, COVID created an amplified adoption.
What soft skills should all Transition Program Managers possess?
TeWhan Hahn Ph.D.: Writing skills including email writing, being able to work in teams, and knowing the workplace etiquettes.
Meaghan Goodman Ph.D.
Program Director & Assistant ProfessorMaryville University
Speech-Language Pathology
What's a day at work look like for a Transition Program Manager?
Meaghan Goodman Ph.D.: A bachelor's in communication sciences and disorders can prepare you for three different tracks. First, it can prepare you to become a licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA). This is someone who works under a fully credential speech-language pathologist. Often times, they carryout intervention plans developed by a fully credentialed speech-language pathologist. If graduate school is on your horizon, a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders will prepare you for acceptance into a Speech-Language Pathology program, or an Audiology program. If you are not accepted into a graduate program right away, working as a speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) is a great way to get experience in the field!
What soft skills should all Transition Program Managers possess?
Todd Terry: Graduates as they prepare to enter the workforce should pay particular attention to their ability to communicate with coworkers. This communication could happen through face-to-face interactions, remote meetings with the aid of technology for example, meeting by computer software, written communication through instant messaging, or emails. Also, part of communicating is being a good listener.
Graduates should have good critical thinking skills. They will need to be adaptive and able to analyze data to make good informed decisions.
In today's work environment, working on teams is a regular function. Therefore, employers are looking for the candidate who can professionally interact with other team members, have a positive attitude and a good work ethic.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Transition Program Manager job market given the pandemic?
Mary Beth Mason Ph.D.: I think we are going to see teletherapy as a more common service delivery model across settings. I think that that will be what I call a "Pandemic Positive". I think many states will pass legislation post pandemic for teletherapy to be a reimbursable service.
What certifications/licenses/courses can have the biggest impact for Transition Program Managers?
Mary Beth Mason Ph.D.: I think one of the great things about being a speech-language pathologist is that we can work across the lifespan in a variety of settings. In order to have that flexibility, graduates should get their Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), professional state license, and credential to work in public school setting. It is important to get those three credentials as soon as possible after graduation because they will meet the current standards. If they wait, there might be new standards in place which means they might need additional coursework and/or pass additional tests.