Program Director, Biological Sciences/Pre-Health (4169U) #74102

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The First Review Date for this job is November 13, 2024

• Plans and develops programs and curriculum, and adjusts existing courses and curriculum in an accredited and / or certified public education environment.
• Applies knowledge of academic areas and continuing education needs to plan and develop program curricula in line with learning outcomes needed for student success in the workplace. Consults with department supervisor, assistant dean, instructors and advisory boards as needed. Follows established procedures for proposing or altering program curricula, including comprehensive program reviews. Regularly reviews course and instructor evaluations, meets with advisory boards, analyzes trends in course and program enrollments, and evaluates market conditions and competitive continuing education programs. Makes adjustments to course content and program curricula accordingly to ensure academic quality and program effectiveness.
• Uses considerable discretion to determine methods and procedures for current and new course offering and topics.
• Utilizes expertise knowledge of academic areas and continuing education needs to keep curricula current. Consults with department supervisor, assistant dean, instructors and advisory boards as needed. Follows established procedures for proposing or altering course content. Regularly reviews course and instructor evaluations, and analyzes trends in course and program enrollments, and evaluates market conditions and competitive continuing education courses. Makes adjustments to course content and instructor assignments accordingly to ensure academic quality.
• Recruits, selects, orients, evaluates and supervises qualified accredited and / or certificate instructors.
• Collaborates with recruitment, HR and finance staff in related processes. Manages the process for securing academic approval for courses submitted to COCI (Committee of Courses on Instruction). Regularly reviews instructor evaluations and adjusts teaching assignments accordingly.
• Evaluates and adjusts course curriculum through student evaluations and levels of interest shown.
• Adjust course offering each semester to meet student need and budgetary goals.
• Manages the implementation of courses and programs each semester. Works with Program Specialists to provide timely resolution of student and instructor inquiries and grievances.
• Establishes evaluation criteria for measuring desired results and impact.
• Collaborates with academic colleagues and leadership to design and execute course evaluations and program surveys. Considers frequency and format for optimal delivery, and follows processes established by the group.
• Evaluates prospective program partnerships.
• Assesses partnership opportunities including student interest and potential outcomes. Responsible for maintaining affiliations and managing relationships.
• Develops, prepares and reconciles budget for program(s).
• Regularly prepares and evaluates enrollment and revenue data, and provides revenue projections to leadership. Makes program decisions, including course development, instructor hiring and course scheduling, with budget considerations in mind.
• Collaborate with marketing to promote course and program offerings. Contribute to program and course descriptions, marketing campaigns, and information sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Google Workspace)
• Advanced analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas of public educational programs.
• Advanced knowledge of accredited and / or certificate program instruction and delivery methodologies, the organization, market and business strategies.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and cross-cultural communication skills sufficient to represent the university in meetings with leaders and senior-level representatives of other organizations.
• Progressive experience working in higher or continuing education, academic program management, and/or Science/Healthcare related professions.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Continuing education in related field and / or equivalent experience / training

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences/related field and / or equivalent experience / training

This is a full-time, career position.

This is position is eligible for full UC Benefits. For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $86,000-$92,000, annually.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.

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