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Senior Director, UOnline Programs

Position Number: 7312575
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Distance Education Programs

Senior Director, UOnline Programs

Job Summary

Content Production Management
Direct/Manage/Supervise the operations of creative and/or digital content production. Communicate the direction of production teams to creative and technical teams, acting as liaison for both functional areas. Establish a deep level of knowledge about various aspects of traditional and non-traditional production, including, but not limited to, web, video, television, radio, and other multi-media. Supervise sketches, layouts, storyboarding, and design of message. Oversee complete project plans and budget. Manage and coordinate all aspects of editing and production.
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The department may choose to hire at any of the below job levels and associated pay rates based on their business need and budget.

Responsibilities
Senior Director, Content Production ManagementKey Responsibilities

Program Portfolio Strategy & Leadership
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

Program Intake, Evaluation, and Onboarding
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
Partner with colleges to define scope, timelines, and requirements for program development
Ensure clear decision-making criteria and governance throughout the intake process

Program Development & Operational Execution
Establish and implement standardized processes for program design, development, and launch
Coordinate cross-functional teams including instructional design, marketing, IT, and academic units
Ensure programs move through development milestones on time and within scope
Identify and resolve operational bottlenecks

Cross-Unit Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary liaison between UOnline and academic colleges for program development
Build strong relationships with faculty, department leadership, and deans
Align efforts across Enrollment Management, marketing, IT, and other key partners
Facilitate collaboration across units to support program development and execution

Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement
Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track program development and portfolio progress
Monitor program pipeline, launch timelines, and operational effectiveness
Use data and insights to inform continuous improvement and strategic adjustments

Governance, Compliance, and Process Alignment
Coordinate academic and administrative processes related to program approval and delivery
Ensure alignment with institutional, state, and accreditation requirements
Support consistency in policies and procedures related to online program development

This is a Senior Director-Level position in the Management track.

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Senior Director, Content Production Management: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 14 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 12 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences
Minimum 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
Proven ability to work effectively with academic leadership and faculty

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN45598B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 01350 - Uonline
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: 170000-185000
Close Date: 10/8/2026
Open Until Filled:

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