Announcement

Details

Open Date
07/07/2026

Requisition Number
PRN45598B

Job Title
Content Production Management

Working Title
Senior Director, UOnline Programs

Career Progression Track
M00

Track Level
M7 - Senior Director

FLSA Code
Administrative

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No

Standard Hours per Week
40

Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary

VP Area
Academic Affairs

Department
01350 - Uonline

Location
Campus

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
170000-185000

Close Date
10/08/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
08/10/2026

Job Summary

Content Production Management

Direct/Manage/Supervise the operations of creative and/or digital content production. Communicate the direction of production teams to creative and technical teams, acting as liaison for both functional areas. Establish a deep level of knowledge about various aspects of traditional and non-traditional production, including, but not limited to, web, video, television, radio, and other multi-media. Supervise sketches, layouts, storyboarding, and design of message. Oversee complete project plans and budget. Manage and coordinate all aspects of editing and production.

The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities

Senior Director, Content Production Management

Key Responsibilities

Program Portfolio Strategy & Leadership
• Lead the development and management of the UOnline program portfolio, including prioritization, sequencing, and long-term growth strategy
• Identify opportunities to expand online offerings in alignment with institutional priorities and market demand
• Establish a scalable framework for portfolio planning and decision-making

Program Intake, Evaluation, and Onboarding
• Design and lead a formal intake process for new online program proposals
• Partner with UAIR to conduct market research and competitive analysis to assess program viability
• Partner with colleges to define scope, timelines, and requirements for program development
• Ensure clear decision-making criteria and governance throughout the intake process

Program Development & Operational Execution
• Establish and implement standardized processes for program design, development, and launch
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including instructional design, marketing, IT, and academic units
• Ensure programs move through development milestones on time and within scope
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks

Cross-Unit Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
• Serve as the primary liaison between UOnline and academic colleges for program development
• Build strong relationships with faculty, department leadership, and deans
• Align efforts across Enrollment Management, marketing, IT, and other key partners
• Facilitate collaboration across units to support program development and execution

Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track program development and portfolio progress
• Monitor program pipeline, launch timelines, and operational effectiveness
• Use data and insights to inform continuous improvement and strategic adjustments

Governance, Compliance, and Process Alignment
• Coordinate academic and administrative processes related to program approval and delivery
• Ensure alignment with institutional, state, and accreditation requirements
• Support consistency in policies and procedures related to online program development

This is a Senior Director-Level position in the Management track.

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Senior Director, Content Production Management: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

Minimum Qualifications
• Master's degree
• 12 or more years of progressively responsible experience in program management, higher education administration, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives
• Strong strategic planning and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work effectively with academic leadership and faculty

Type
Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.