Program Director for Online Education and Community Outreach

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Burlington (VT)

On-site

USD 15,000 - 23,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Vermont invites applications for the Program Director for Online Education and Community Outreach. This 12-month role oversees online graduate programs, curriculum development, and outreach partnerships to expand the school's impact.

The position serves distance-learning students year-round, coordinating faculty, budgets, and program quality while advancing strategies to grow online enrollment and collaboration with community partners.

Responsibilities

Oversee online graduate programs, including curriculum design, assessment, and quality assurance.
Coordinate outreach initiatives and partnerships to expand community engagement.
Manage budgets, staffing, and timelines for online education projects.

Job description

Program Director for Online Education and Community Outreach

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.

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Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

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The Program Director for Online Education and Community Outreach is a dynamic and strategic leader responsible for the vision, development, implementation, and assessment of the Rubenstein School’s online learning initiatives, with a particular focus on distance learning professional graduate programs such as the Master of Professional Studies in Leadership for Sustainability ( MLS ) and the Transdisciplinary Leadership and Creativity for Sustainability ( TLCS ) PhD program. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that programs effectively serve students and society better, aligning with the institution’s commitment to prepare versatile scholar-leaders for diverse and dynamic career trajectories. This 12-month position serves distance-learning students who require consistent year-round curricular, administrative, and academic support. The role serves as a key liaison between academic departments, a diverse network of faculty, professional affiliates, students, and community partners, fostering innovative online educational programs and expanding the institution’s impact and visibility through meaningful outreach efforts. The Program Director will drive growth in online enrollment, ensure the quality and effectiveness of online offerings, manage program budgets and identify opportunities for collaborative educational and community-focused projects.

Anticipated Pay Range

15,000-23,000

Job Location

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/08/2025

Job Close Date