Program Director, Accounting (JSOM)

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Tuition Benefits

Medical Insurance Options

AD&D Insurance

Dental & Vision Plan Options

Long and short-term disability

TRS Retirement Plan

Fertility Benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Texas at Dallas is seeking a Program Director for its Bachelor of Science in Accounting program. This role involves overseeing the student experience, ensuring program quality, and leading academic initiatives. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of experience, along with strong communication and collaboration skills. Benefits include competitive salary, tuition benefits, and health insurance options. Join us in fostering academic excellence in a dynamic business school environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Five years experience in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred: Graduate degree in a related field or higher education.
• Seven+ years of managerial experience in academic or professional settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the student journey from admission to placement.
• Monitor program performance and ensure adherence to academic policies.
• Lead initiatives to enhance curricular effectiveness and promote student success.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Program Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree (e.g., MS Accounting, Ed.D., Ph.D.)

Job description

Job Summary

The Jindal School of Management (JSOM) at the University of Texas at Dallas invites applications for a dynamic, skilled, and forward‑thinking Program Director for its Bachelor of Science in Accounting program. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to shape and lead a high‑impact, innovative academic program within a top‑tier business school.

Responsibilities

• Managing the Student Experience: Overseeing the student journey from admission to placement, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience.
• Ensuring Program Quality: Monitoring program performance, implementing best practices, and ensuring adherence to internal academic policies.
• Leading Academic Initiatives: Serving as the liaison between students and faculty to create and lead initiatives that align with JSOM's mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
• Driving Enrollment and Rankings: Leading campaigns to improve enrollment numbers and program rankings, while refining student services and support.
• Building Industry Connections: Cultivating strong partnerships with organizations, employers, and industries to enhance student engagement and learning opportunities.

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and collaborator, able to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders. If you're passionate about driving academic excellence and student success within a globally recognized school, we encourage you to join the JSOM team.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree; Five years experience in a related field of expertise; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Education and Experience: A graduate degree in a related field (e.g., MS Accounting), or a graduate degree in higher education (e.g., Ed.D., Ph.D.).

Seven or more years of managerial experience in academic or professional settings, ideally within the fields of accounting or finance.

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Program Director should be proficient in communication and able to work effectively with faculty, administrators, students, and external constituencies.

Degree Program Management (45%)

• Develop innovative recruiting and orientation plans.
• Track student admissions and develop yield strategies to increase enrollment.
• Attend prospective student events and student orientations.
• Conduct competitive market analysis and enhance program offerings to improve national rankings.
• Manage AACSB assessments, exit surveys, and prepare related reports.
• Oversee the curriculum in consultation with faculty:
  • Identify gaps
  • Enhance existing courses
  • Add new courses or certificates
  • Update academic catalogs
• Manage program‑related conferences, the Industry Advisory Board (IAB), and case competitions.
• Develop and maintain a social media presence, marketing brochures, orientation materials, info session presentations, and web content to enhance the program's marketability and visibility.
• Develop programs, activities, and events to engage alumni, such as guest lectures, panel discussions, mentoring, resume reviews, and social events.

Student Services (45%)

• Advise students from entry to exit, including:
  • Admissions
  • Scholarships
  • Visa inquiries
  • Program planning
  • Mentoring
  • Course selection
  • Prerequisites
  • Grade grievances
  • Appeals
  • Instructor concerns
  • Internships
  • Careers and job placement
• Collaborate with the Advising Office to resolve student issues.
• Conduct regular town hall or info sessions to answer students' questions.
• Measure, track, and provide program reports (e.g., admission, retention, job placements, internships, industry engagement) to the department and the Dean's office.
• Manage student organizations and program ambassadors.
• Plan and implement mentoring programs for students, including faculty mentoring, peer mentoring, and industry mentoring.

Other Duties (10%)

Provide assistance, as needed, to the department and the Dean's office with duties related to the design and management of program‑related initiatives and projects.

Work Notice

Work will be performed on‑site and in person.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• BCBS PPO Medical Insurance Options - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full‑time employees
• AD&D Insurance
• Dental & Vision Plan Options
• Long and short‑term disability
• TRS Retirement Plan
• Fertility Benefits
• Paid time off

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, employment, and education. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.