Lifelong Learning Program Director

Quinnipiac University; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Education benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the Program Director, Lifelong Learning. This role advances the university's future by leading continuing and executive education programs, coordinating curricula, managing personnel and budgets, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to grow learning opportunities for adult learners.

The position focuses on strategic direction, program growth, and delivering high-quality, accessible learning experiences across diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and creating continuing education, executive education, corporate and/or professional development programs.
• Commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive workplace.
• Understanding of adult learning theory and strategies to address adult learners' needs is preferred.
• Ability to be strategic, transformative, and tactical while delivering practical results.
• Aptitude to listen to others to understand needs and identify learning opportunities.
• Strong project management skills to drive projects to completion.
• Strong facilitation and change-management abilities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; collaborative stakeholder engagement.
• Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with high quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management, and coordination of continuing and executive education programs including curriculum development, budgeting, events, client coordination, registration, and evaluation.
• Plan and implement program services in partnership with event managers; supervise day-to-day delivery of content.
• Direct operations and administration of programs; oversee coordination/logistics; prepare reports; adapt to changing priorities.
• Recommend and manage budgets; approve expenditures; prepare reports and projections.
• Partner with faculty to plan workshops, courses, and curricula aligned with program goals.
• Coordinate with QU students, staff, and faculty to ensure smooth development and delivery of learning experiences.
• Facilitate designated program components, including in-person and live virtual formats.
• Collect and analyze program data; evaluate effectiveness; propose improvements.
• Develop and maintain cross-department relationships to maximize program benefits.
• Foster collaborative relationships with partners; create inclusive learning environments.
• Support continuous improvement and growth through new program ideas and process changes.

Skills

Continuing education program mgmt

Inclusive workplace commitment

Adult learning theory

Strategic and tactical execution

Project management

Facilitation skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork & relationship building

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Monday.com

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quinnipiac University invites applications for the Program Director, Lifelong Learning. The Program Director advances Quinnipiac’s commitment to building the university of the future by providing leadership, management, and coordination of continuing and executive education programs that expand access to adult learners at varying stages in their learning journey. By partnering with internal and external stakeholders, the Program Director oversees a growing portfolio of learning opportunities to meet workforce as well as personal and professional development needs of identified audiences. The Program Director will contribute to the growth of the university by providing input on strategic direction and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership, management, and coordination of continuing and executive education programs including but not limited to development and delivery of program curriculum, management of personnel and budgets, planning and execution of events, coordinating with external clients, registering and communicating with participants, as well as evaluating the success of the program
• Plans and implements program services and activities, in partnership with a team of event managers, and supervise the day-to-day delivery of program content
• Directs the day-to-day operation and administration of the program in accordance with program goals and objective; oversees program coordination and logistics; prepares necessary reports; resolves problems and makes changes to accommodate changing priorities and needs
• Makes budget recommendations and manages approved budget for program; approves expenditures, within broad guidelines, and prepares budget reports and projections
• Partners with faculty to plan, organize, and administer workshops, training programs, courses and program curricula, in accordance with program goals
• Identifies, coordinates, and manages personnel, including but not limited to QU students, staff, and faculty, to ensure smooth development and delivery of learning experiences that achieve the desired outcomes
• Serves as facilitator for designated program components, in coordination with faculty experts, including in-person and live, virtual programs, to create exceptional comprehensive learning experiences
• Collects and analyzes program data and participates in evaluating program effectiveness; identifies problems and makes changes, within prescribed guidelines, or recommends major changes
• Develops and maintains relationships with other departments and ensures cross-university involvement to maximize benefits of all programs for QU stakeholders
• Fosters collaborative, mutually beneficial relationships with partners
• Develops and implements practices to assure an inviting, encouraging, respectful, safe, and effective learning environment for all involved
• Supports continuous improvement and department growth by providing recommendations for new programs or product, models for maximizing department operations, and more
• May participate in securing funding for the program
• If applicable, recruits qualified learners to the program through promotional activities and contact with target population; assesses educational need of target population and recommends courses of action to meet those needs
• If applicable, keeps informed of and monitors compliance with state licensing, professional certification or accreditation requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Master's degree preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience required in area of expertise

Qualifications

• Experience managing and creating continuing education, executive education, corporate and/or professional development programs
• Demonstrated commitment to creating and supporting an inclusive workplace
• Demonstrated understanding of adult learning theory and strategies to address the needs of adult learners is preferred
• Ability to be strategic, transformative, and tactical while focusing attention on practical solutions and delivering tangible results
• Aptitude to listen to others to understand their needs and identify the learning /educational program that could provide the most impact
• Strong project management skills (organizational, analytical) to drive projects to completion
• Strong facilitation skills and influence (change management) skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including a consultative and collaborative approach when communicating and building relationships with stakeholders
• Strong teamwork and relationship building skills
• Detail oriented and high attention to quality
• Proficient with Microsoft office tools (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), meeting and communications tools for delivering programs; proficiency with Monday.com or other project management tools preferred
• Analytics, communication, critical thinking, project management / coordination, the ability to prioritize competing demands, the ability to build and foster mutually beneficial relationships

The anticipated salary range for this position is $75,000-$90,000. At the time of offer, the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, including relevant education, experience, skills, and competencies, as well as internal equity and market considerations. Quinnipiac University offers eligible full-time faculty and staff a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, education benefits, and retirement benefits.