Your Role on the TeamUnder the direction of the Associate Dean of the Division of Continuing Education (DCE), the Director of Academic Programs & Program Innovation is responsible for overseeing the activities of public education professionals, academic programs, and management of unit's day to day activities. The Director is responsible for ensuring that all programs are learner-centered, aligned to industry and/or professional association needs and adhere to established academic and service quality standards.. The Director, in consultation with the Associate Dean, establishes short and long-term goals and priorities for domestic open enrollment programs and collaborates on program development andoversees the delivery of courses, workshops and programs.
Establishes goals, expectations and objectives and evaluates the performance of the academic programs team, including Program Managers and indirectly, instructional designers and program coordinators. Leads, supports and motivates the Program Managers, ensuring close attention is paid to curriculum quality and maintenance, industry alignment, instructor performance, relationships with professional associations and overall learner and instructor experience.
. Recommends changes to department policies and practices. Responsible for collaborating across teams and cultivating and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners. The Director continually engages in problem-solving associated with the day-to-day operations, including course related issues, instructor hiring, coaching and management and learner issues. The Director also provides support and leadership of strategic initiatives, adding insight and expertise on topics related to academic programming, instructor professional development, course development and innovative course and learning models.
The Director is an active participant in the AP governance process, preparing proposals,evaluating market viability, advising on format and ensuring that DCE has the required resources (human and financial) for the development and renewal of a high volume DCE courses. The Director has the responsibility of supervising and supporting the preparation of approval packages for certificate programs, MOUs, and the creation and dissemination of all supporting documentation for the Academic Program Council. Responsible for communicating program changes and updates to keystakeholders and divisional wide to ensure understanding and clear expectations.
The Director is expected to build internal and external relationships and partnerships to strengthen and grow programs, explore new opportunities, and attend business meetings and events.
What It Takes to be SuccessfulRequired:- Ability to maintain effective professional relationships with clients and instructors.
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Effective leadership skills, including directing and developing staff members
- Effective skills to conduct needs assessment and program delivery.
- Knowledge of developing budget, project management, and curriculum design
- Knowledge with credit and non-credit programs and certificates
- Knowledge of program development, business development, curriculum development and online pedagogies
- Knowledge of Microsoft office, LMS Canvas, SIS, and educational learning tools
- Knowledge of change management, problem-solving complex issues, experience with conflict resolutions.
- Knowledge of program ideation, design, format, development, redevelopment, and launch that aligns with workforce needs
- Ability to interpret workforce data, conduct market research, and program assessments.
- Experience working with professional associations, accreditation, as well as for-profit and non-profit organizations
- Knowledge and awareness of preparing grants relating to workforce development, from private, government and non-profit organizations
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
- A minimum of 5 years of experienceStrong knowledge of public education, technical education, and/or training and development of programs.
- A minimum of 5 years of experienceProgram management experience in higher education setting with supervisory experience
Preferred:- Master's degree in related area preferred.
- Continuing education in related field
Total RewardsIn addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Expected Salary Range Min: $90,600
Expected Salary Range Max: $135,000
