Program Administrator

The University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Program Administrator to lead a portfolio of continuing and professional education programs. You will own the vision, direction, and end-to-end product development for this portfolio, translating market trends into high-impact learning offerings that advance professionals and drive organizational growth.

Reporting to the Manager of Professional Programs, you will guide curriculum design, engage instructors, manage budgets, and ensure a high-quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years designing, developing, or delivering training for adult learners.
• Experience partnering with instructional designers, faculty, and subject matter experts.
• Experience developing and executing a product or program vision, including future方向 planning.
• Strong financial acumen with budget management and P&L ownership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with autonomous work style.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end product development for professional education programs.
• Set vision, multi-year growth strategy, and timelines with internal/external partners.
• Direct curriculum architecture, content sequencing, and assessment design.
• Manage vendors and instructors, including recruitment and contracts.
• Ensure curriculum quality and optimal student experience across delivery channels.
• Provide operational leadership and data-driven decision making.

Skills

Adult learning design

Strategic thinking

Product lifecycle management

Cross-functional collaboration

Autonomy and judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

General Notes

Extended Education Ventures (EEV) (https://extendedcampus.utexas.edu/) is a self-supporting unit within The University of Texas at Austin that enables the development, delivery, and promotion of continuing and professional education across the university.

At EEV we strive to create a talented, inclusive workplace. To ensure alignment, we follow these fundamental core values: Service, Collaboration, Belonging, Excellence, Future-focused, and Integrity.

Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship

Job Posting Title

Program Administrator

Hiring Department

Academic Affairs

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

FLSA Status

Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date

Aug 03, 2026

Position Duration

Expected to Continue

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details

General Notes

Extended Education Ventures (EEV) (https://extendedcampus.utexas.edu/) is a self-supporting unit within The University of Texas at Austin that enables the development, delivery, and promotion of continuing and professional education across the university.

At EEV we strive to create a talented, inclusive workplace. To ensure alignment, we follow these fundamental core values: Service, Collaboration, Belonging, Excellence, Future-focused, and Integrity.

Must be eligible to work in the US on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship

Purpose

Reporting to the Manager of Professional Programs, the Program Administrator leads and directs a portfolio of continuing and professional education programs, holding full ownership of vision, strategic direction, and end-to-end product development. This is a role that combines strategic authority with hands‑on execution: the Program Administrator sets the direction not only for current programs, but for the future evolution of the portfolio, translating market intelligence and industry trends into high-impact learning products that serve professionals and drive organizational growth.

About The Work And Team

A blend of autonomy, flexibility and strategic problem solving is what you can expect as a member of the Product and Services team at Extended Education Ventures. We are a highly-productive, highly-motivated team of professionals who are passionate about providing quality programming to help non-traditional students find continuing and professional education that supports their career goals and builds a better future.

Responsibilities

Strategic Portfolio Leadership & Product Development

Lead the full product lifecycle, from ideation through launch and ongoing optimization, for an assigned portfolio of continuing and professional education programs, applying adult learning principles and design best practices. Responsibilities include:

• Owning and articulating a compelling product vision and multi-year growth strategy for current programs and future portfolio expansion
• Directing end-to-end course development from concept through launch, including curriculum architecture, content sequencing, and assessment design in close partnership with instructors, subject matter experts, and instructional designers
• Setting project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, and holding internal and external partners accountable to them
• Making data-informed decisions on pricing, positioning, and competitive differentiation
• Identifying market opportunities and translating them into concrete business requirements, new program concepts, and program enhancements
• Serving as the primary relationship manager and decision-maker for vendors and instructors, including recruitment, contracting, performance oversight, and renewal or termination decisions
• Ensuring curriculum quality and optimal student experience across all delivery channels, including relevant Learning Management Systems
• Providing hands‑on operational leadership and real-time problem-solving as needed

Market Intelligence, Compliance & Financial Performance

Serve as the definitive subject matter authority on market dynamics, industry standards, and program performance for assigned portfolio. This includes:

• Leading ongoing competitive analysis and needs assessments to keep programs relevant, differentiated, and future-ready
• Monitoring industry trends through professional association engagement, expert networks, and current literature, and translating findings into actionable recommendations
• Ensuring full compliance with applicable accreditation and university requirements
• Owning full program financial performance: managing direct costs, producing P&L statements, setting financial goals, and delivering portfolio performance reports to leadership
• Using student evaluation data and program metrics to drive continuous improvement and inform decisions on future offerings

Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-functional Collaboration

Operate as a communicator, connector, and thought leader across the organization, including:

• Building alignment with colleagues, unit directors, and senior leadership through regular, structured updates and strategic recommendations
• Leading cross-unit collaboration to advance shared goals and resolve challenges
• Representing the program portfolio in planning discussions on future product direction and organizational growth opportunities
• Maintaining thorough documentation to support continuity, transparency, and accountability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience designing, developing, or delivering training or professional development for adult learners, including experience with end-to-end course development
• Demonstrated experience partnering with instructional designers, faculty, and subject matter experts to build curriculum from concept to launch
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and a track record of developing and executing a product or program vision, including planning for future product direction
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budget management, P&L ownership, and financial analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
• High degree of initiative and ability to operate with autonomy and sound judgement in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams and with external partners
• Willingness to travel occasionally as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience in higher education, workforce development, professional associations, or corporate training environments
• Track record of launching or scaling multiple educational programs or professional development offerings, including leading products from concept through market launch
• Experience directing the work of instructional designers or cross-functional project teams
• Familiarity with program coordination, Project Management software and Learning Management Systems

Salary Range

$65,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

• Work to be performed in typical office environment

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
• Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers

You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers

As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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Compliance

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified and the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.