Director, Corporate Education and Custom Programs

Position Information

The Director of Corporate Education and Custom Programs coordinates and executes programs in a growing, self-support department that develops and delivers a broad range of workforce development, professional training, and learning opportunities that are tailored to meet the specific needs of domestic clients. Under the direction of the Director of Program Development, the position drives project management, secures contracts, and achieves established department enrollment and revenue targets. The Director of Corporate Education and Custom Programs coordinates and communicates to internal and external stakeholders including students, instructors, staff, business community, government entities, and the general public. Additionally, the position executes group programs that meet the client's time frame, learning objectives, and content expectations. The position serves as a key strategist for expanding the current portfolio of corporate education and custom programs. The position performs marketing and recruitment responsibilities and oversees program design and implementation with expert attention to and responsibility for success in both content delivery and program logistics. The full salary range for the Director of Corporate Education and Custom Programs is $71,100- $128,700 annually. The expected starting pay scale for this position is up to $99,900 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree

Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Requirement

Required

Degree

Advanced degree

Requirement

Preferred

Experience Requirements

Experience

6 - 10 years of related experience.

Requirement

Required

Experience

Experience in business development, complex academic programming, and strategic partnership development.

Requirement

Experience

Experience working directly with a variety of organizations including business, industry, government and education.

Requirement

Minimum Requirements

• Skill in using business software systems in the completion of work assignments (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Advanced analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Advanced knowledge of accredited and/or certificate program instruction and delivery methodologies, the organization, market and business strategies.
• Knowledge of workforce development, apprenticeship programs, and executive training market/industry.
• Demonstrates ability to problem-solve and to collaborate with professionals at all levels in diverse settings.
• Demonstrates ability to be flexible, reliable, responsive, and resourceful
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures; advanced knowledge of functional area and understands how work impacts other areas of public educational programs.
  
  

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  
  

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details

Generic Scope

Technical leader with a high degree of knowledge in the overall field and recognized expertise in specific areas; problem-solving frequently requires analysis of unique issues/problems without precedent and/or structure. May manage programs that include formulating strategies and administering policies, processes, and resources; functions with a high degree of autonomy.

Custom Scope

Uses advanced technical expertise, accredited and / or certification public educational program concepts and organizational objectives to resolve complex public education program issues and needs assessment initiatives. Works on most complex public education program issues, where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation and understanding of organizational strategies and business objectives. Exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for delivering courses, presentations and development of programs. Exercises judgment in selecting methods and techniques for course and instructional improvement. Fully knowledgeable in course subject matter and program. Serves as "lead" accredited and/or certification public educational program specialist and subject matter expert to develop public educational program personnel.

Department Custom Scope

The Director of Corporate Education and Custom Program coordinates and executes programs in a growing, self-support department that develops and delivers a broad range of workforce development, professional training, and learning opportunities that are tailored to meet the specific needs of domestic clients. Under the direction of the Director of Program Development, the position drives project management, secures contracts, and achieves established department enrollment and revenue targets. The Director of Corporate Education and Custom Programs coordinates and communicates to internal and external stakeholders including students, instructors, staff, business community, government entities, and the general public. Additionally, the position executes group programs that meet the client's time frame, learning objectives, and content expectations. The position serves as a key strategist for expanding the current portfolio of corporate education and custom programs. The position performs marketing and recruitment responsibilities and oversees program design and implementation with expert attention to and responsibility for success in both content delivery and program logistics.