Working closely with department chairs, graduate associate chairs, and program directors, the Assistant Director develops new master's and doctoral programs that help the college achieve its strategic goals. This includes identifying programming opportunities, connecting faculty in emerging areas, and facilitating discussions among collaborators to support curriculum development and program proposals. The Assistant Director ensures new programs comply with governance, accreditation, and licensure guidelines, and collaborates with counterparts in other colleges to develop interdisciplinary programs.
The Assistant Director also works with network campuses, the Dean's Office, and Central Enrollment Management to understand priorities and opportunities for program development across the network, identifying opportunities to roll out existing programs and partnering with department chairs, graduate associate chairs, and program directors to develop them. Additionally, this role works to develop non-traditional educational products, including those involving industry partners, that support the college's enrollment goals, engaging with employers to identify areas of interest and facilitating discussions with academic leadership to develop employer-focused educational modules and badges.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Organize and understand data about enrollment trends, student program interests, and employer hiring needs across campuses
Develop new master's and doctoral programs that help the college achieve these goals by working with department chairs, graduate associate chairs, and program directors
Understand and develop opportunities to roll out college programs across campuses
Support development of non-traditional educational products, including non-credit classes, programs, pathways, modules, and badges
Support opportunities for students to take cross-college classes
Support online program development and online program offerings in coordination with Experiential Digital Global Education
Assist Associate Director of Graduate Education in all program development activities, communication, and coordination
Ensure governance, accreditation, and licensure compliance
Minimum Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
Minimum of 3–5 years of experience with academic and administrative projects, preferably in higher education and with adult learners or in a high customer service environment
Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail and a commitment to quality, including the ability to consistently produce high-quality work under tight deadlines
Effective interpersonal, oral presentation, and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret market research, enrollment data, and trends to inform program development decisions
Ability to balance multiple demands from demanding constituencies and navigate ambiguity to drive projects forward independently
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment, with flexibility and initiative to navigate shifting priorities
Ability to work across the organization with a wide spectrum of individuals that includes students, faculty, academic managers, program office personnel, and Deans
Responsive to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
Preferred
Master's degree
Experience with academic coordination
Familiarity with academic governance, accreditation, and program approval processes
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Position Type
Academic Administration
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type
108S
Expected Hiring Range
$60,315.00 - $85,192.50
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
