Growth Architect, Extended Studies

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 198,000 - 238,000; Full time

Job summary

The Executive Director of Extended Studies at University of Maryland, College Park oversees an $88M portfolio of revenue-generating credit and non-credit programs serving diverse learners. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Academic Planning, the role requires visionary, entrepreneurial, and operational leadership to expand access and position Extended Studies as a catalyst for innovation.

Candidates should bring a Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience with at least 6 in supervising

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited college or University.
• Twelve (12) years of professional experience, including at least six (6) years supervising or managing professional staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary, entrepreneurial, and operational leadership for an $88M portfolio of academic programs.
• Shape and implement a strategy to expand access, drive sustainable growth, and extend UM's reach globally.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships and champion entrepreneurial thinking.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Budget oversight

Staff supervision

Program development

Higher education knowledge

Communication skills

Decision making

Entrepreneurial thinking

Partnership development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in Education/Public Admin/Business/Higher Ed

Job description

The Executive Director of Extended Studies at University of Maryland, College Park oversees an $88M portfolio of revenue-generating credit and non-credit programs serving diverse learners. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Academic Planning, the role requires visionary, entrepreneurial, and operational leadership to expand access and position Extended Studies as a catalyst for innovation.

Candidates should bring a Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience with at least 6 in supervising