- Pay
- $85–96k
- Where
- University of Wisconsin System Administration
- Level
- Mid
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Position Title:
Manager - Program Planning, Assessment & Development
Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Academic Program Manager
Job Duties:
The Program Planning, Assessment and Development Manager advances OPLR-supported distance education program quality and growth through existing program assessments and new program planning and development, in collaboration with UW universities. This position serves a lead role in identifying programmatic needs and employing OPLR resources and personnel, in coordination with campus resources and expertise, in the collaborative assessment, planning and development of recognized high-need learning opportunities in the online environment.
The Program Planning, Assessment and Development Manager will oversee program development across the unit in collaboration with the Senior Director for Academic Partnerships and Programming and will cultivate relationships and work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders to shape educational offerings. This person will maintain awareness and knowledge of emerging educational trends, conduct needs analysis and viability assessment to recommend new programs. In coordination with the Senior Director, the Manager will assess existing programs for market relevance, financial viability and other program improvements or enhancements, recommending possible changes to maintain program viability and positive student outcomes. The Manager will work closely with faculty, industry representatives, and other subject matter experts in the development of rigorous and relevant online curricula. They will work closely with the Senior Director in developing and maintaining positive relationships with campus partners, engaging and exciting faculty in the development process, coordinating with Program Managers, and developing and managing timelines for curriculum development and program approvals. The Manager reports to the Senior Director for Academic Partnerships and Programming.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Serve as the recognized lead for program planning, assessment and development within OPLR.
Work with the Senior Director, the Office of Academic Affairs, and external vendor(s) in performing regular opportunity research to identify prospective new programs for development and implementation, including developing new program concept proposals, (collaborative or single-partner proposals to UW universities), System and accreditor approval processes, and implementation project management with UW universities and OPLR operational units.
Lead custom research projects related to existing programs, working closely with Sr. Director, Director–Program Administration and Program Managers in the assessment of existing programs and in recommending updates or improvements to the programs to promote program viability.
Conduct qualitative research to include focus groups and key informant interviews as a means to collect information for application in the program planning, assessment and development processes.
Conduct viability assessment to determine go/no-go position for new program development.
Assist in the development, maintenance and regular revision of comprehensive program assessment and development plans.
For new and existing programs, facilitate curriculum development/revision processes for programs consistent with OPLR’s approaches and timelines. Serve as communication liaison for faculty and campus administrators through project completion.
For new and revised programs, facilitate the new/revised program launch process, including project management and communications with respective UW universities, UWSA offices and OPLR teams. The launch process may include serving as or collaborating with a Program Manager during early development/launch stages.
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