University of Dayton

Director, Pathways

Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's Degree and 3+ years in articulation/transfer or related field.
  • 2-3 years in academic administration, program development, or related areas.
  • Managerial experience required.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development of the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP).
  • Facilitate faculty panels to create and revise guaranteed pathways.
  • Implement policies in accordance with Ohio state regulations.
  • Develop and manage Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs).
  • Coordinate efforts to digitize pathway templates for accessibility.
  • Supervise the OGTP Associate Director and/or student interns.
  • Collaborate to enhance noncredit to credit pathways.

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule with a hybrid model (2 days in office, 3 days remote).
  • Opportunity to work within a consortium impacting statewide education.
  • Engagement with diverse educational and agency partners.
  • Role contributing to statewide workforce needs and credit mobility efforts.
  • Professional growth through involvement in academic program development.
Full Job Description
Faculty Rank or Job Title
Director, Pathways

Job Category:
Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department
Articulation & Transfer

EEO number:
27R058

Position FTE

100%

Minimum Annual Salary
$81,000

Salary Band:
UC ARTIC

Job Summary/Basic Function:

REPORTS TO: Associate Vice Chancellor, Articulation & Transfer

The Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network (OATN) is a consortium of the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE). The employee in this position will be a Wright State University (WSU) employee as WSU serves as the fiscal agent for the OATN consortium but the position is based in Columbus, Ohio. Currently the person in this position will be working two days in the office and three days at home; however, this arrangement is subject to change. Position reports to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Articulation and Transfer and Executive Director of the OATN.

This position is responsible for envisioning and overseeing pathway development for the OATN, which includes the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathways (OGTP) and Ohio Technical Center (OTC) Degree Pathways as well as new projects to incorporate career-technical and military credit into pathways. Position provides direct support to the Associate Vice Chancellor of Articulation and Transfer/Executive Director of the Ohio Articulation and Transfer Network with the implementation of the Ohio Department of Higher Education goals and the OATN goals.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master's Degree and at least 3 years articulation and transfer (or related) experience.
  • Two to three years of experience in some combination of the following areas: academic administration, academic program development, accreditation process, career advising/placement or academic advising for technical programs, student recruitment, or academic services. An appropriate combination of education, training, course work, and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Managerial experience.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong collaboration skills.
  • Ability to learn and utilize different software - Proficiency in Microsoft applications software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)


Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. and five years of experience in higher education, preferably with articulation and transfer.
  • Experience in academic program development and implementation.
  • Knowledge of the Ohio Technical Centers.
  • Proficient in InDesign.


Essential Functions and percent of time:

Lead the Ohio Guaranteed Transfer Pathway (OGTP) initiative - (45%)
  • Facilitate faculty panels in order to develop new guaranteed transfer pathways and revise existing pathways.
  • Implement pathways and policies related to the Ohio Revised Code, the Ohio Articulation & Transfer Policy, and the direction of the Chancellor.
  • Maintain institutional templates and CCP Pathways.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs) as they relate to the OGTP initiative.
  • Connect OGTP work with other pathway initiatives.
  • Lead efforts to digitize pathway templates and ensure ADA compliance.
  • Supervise the Associate Director, OGTP, and/or student interns.


Oversee the continued development and implementation of noncredit to credit pathways including but not limited to the Ohio Technical Center Degree (OTC) Pathways - (40%)
  • Collaborate with internal teams and Senior OATN Directors to ensure the Ohio Technical Center Degree Pathways and related programs are stackable into other college credit opportunities and pathways for students.
  • Recruit and facilitate faculty panels.
  • Work in partnership with educational and agency partners to respond to workforce needs.
  • Assist with the development and implementation of related Industry-Recognized Credential Transfer Assurance Guides (ITAGs), Career-Technical Assurance Guides (CTAGs), and/or Military Transfer Assurance Guides (MTAGs).


Coordinate outreach efforts to educate stakeholders - (10%)
  • Translate policy into practice assisting with existing efforts and finding new avenues to help stakeholders better understand - and utilize - statewide pathways, policies, and other credit mobility efforts.


Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Perform other duties as assigned. Serve on project teams - (5%)
  • Represent the Associate Vice Chancellor at meetings and events.
  • Other related duties as assigned by the Associate Vice Chancellor.


Working Conditions
  • Regular office environment.
  • Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.


Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date
09/29/2026

First Consideration Date:
10/09/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

About University of Dayton

The University of Dayton is a private Catholic research university located in Dayton, Ohio. The university was founded in 1850 by the Society of Mary and has a long history of academic excellence and community engagement. The University of Dayton offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a wide range of fields, including business, engineering, education, and the arts. The university is committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares students for successful careers and meaningful lives. The University of Dayton is also known for its commitment to sustainability and social justice, and has been recognized as one of the greenest universities in the country.
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