Senior Director, UOnline Programs

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Work with colleges to define scope, timelines, and requirements for program development.
• Ensure clear decision-making criteria and governance throughout the intake process.
• Establish and implement standardized processes for program design, development, and launch.
• Cross-coordinate with instructional design, marketing, IT, and academic units to ensure programs move through development milestones on time and within scope.
• Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.
• Serve as the primary liaison between UOnline and academic colleges for program development.
• Build strong relationships with faculty, department leadership, and deans.
• Facilitate collaboration across units to support program development and execution.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track program development and portfolio progress.
• Maintain alignment with institutional, state, and accreditation requirements.
• Support consistency in policies and procedures related to online program development.

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.
• Prioritized ability to work effectively with academic leadership and faculty.