Program Development Associate-McDonough School of Business

Georgetown University; Lexington (VA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business is seeking a Program Development Associate for Georgetown West, aiming to establish a permanent West Coast presence in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role focuses on advancing academic programming, partnerships, and community engagement tied to the Silicon Valley tech ecosystem.

The Associate will work with faculty, alumni, donors, corporate partners, and Bay Area stakeholders to grow Georgetown West from early initiatives into a regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in higher education program development, student services, or academic administration.
• Experience building partnerships within the technology sector preferred
• Strong track record driving action and managing multiple concurrent initiatives on fixed timelines.
• Must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

• Academic and co-curricular program development
• Alumni, donor, and corporate stakeholder engagement
• Facilities, resource, and student life planning
• Market research and strategic analysis
• Regulatory, accreditation, and compliance support

Skills

Higher education program development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Project management platforms

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Program Development Associate - Georgetown West, Office of the Dean, McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University

Job Overview

Operating within the Office of the Dean at the McDonough School of Business, the Program Development Associate leads the planning, development, and implementation of the Georgetown West initiative while supporting the School’s broader academic growth and innovation agenda. The position’s primary focus is establishing a permanent Georgetown presence in the San Francisco Bay Area by advancing academic programming, strategic partnerships, operational planning, and community engagement that will enable immersive undergraduate, graduate, and co-curricular experiences connected to the Silicon Valley AI and technology ecosystem.

Working closely with faculty, university leadership, alumni, donors, corporate partners, and Bay Area stakeholders, the Associate oversees the coordinated workstreams required to grow Georgetown West from early experiential activities into a comprehensive regional academic hub. This includes guiding academic program development, student life planning, facilities and operational readiness, and external engagement to build a sustainable foundation for the University’s long-term West Coast presence.

In addition, the Associate contributes to strategic academic initiatives across the McDonough School of Business by supporting the development of new domestic and international programs, advancing academic innovation, and ensuring compliance with university, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.

Additional duties include, but are not limited to:

• Academic and co-curricular program development
• Alumni, donor, and corporate stakeholder engagement
• Facilities, resource, and student life planning
• Market research and strategic analysis
• Regulatory, accreditation, and compliance support

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategy and Development, the Program Development Associate will manage the development of the Georgetown West initiative, which will require regular interaction with:

• McDonough Faculty/ Staff: for academic and co-curricular program design.
• Main Campus Administrators: Office of Advancement, Office of Alumni Relations, University Registrar, Student Affairs, and General Counsel.
• External Networks: Silicon Valley tech partners, real estate providers, regional alumni, and corporate donors.
• External regulatory agencies: California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) and Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 5+ years in higher education program development, student services, or academic administration, with experience building partnerships within the technology sector preferred
• Strong track record driving action and managing multiple concurrent initiatives on fixed timelines.
• Proficiency with project management platforms, excellent written/verbal communication, high attention to detail, demonstrated ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and proactively solve problems.
• Must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as HYBRID. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projectedsalary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$54,616.00 - $100,493.33

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.