Director - Academic Programming

FVTC•Appleton, WI

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director – Academic Programming provides strategic leadership and direction for the College’s academic programming framework, including program development, curriculum records management and academic systems. This position establishes the institutional direction for academic programming strategy, ensuring alignment with College priorities, workforce needs, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements. The Director is accountable for the effectiveness, quality, and responsiveness of the College’s program portfolio and curriculum infrastructure in support of student success and institutional performance. The role serves as a strategic leader and advisor to instructional leadership and divisions, Student Services, and College stakeholders for academic program planning, curriculum records management, academic systems, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position advances institutional effectiveness through data-informed decision-making, cross-functional leadership, and the integration of innovative practices and technologies that support academic operations and student outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in education, business, or related field
Five years of progressive supervisory-level experience.
Proficiency with Academic Programming technology, including Workday, WIDS, Lightcast, and SharePoint.
Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with administrators, faculty, support staff, students, employers, and business/community representatives.
Demonstrated success fostering collaborative relationships and working effectively across teams to achieve shared goals.
Demonstrated knowledge of higher education regulations, accreditation standards, compliance requirements, and related operational practices.
Ability to analyze and present data and program information, orally and in writing and in non-technical language.
Sitting: This role requires extended periods of sitting while performing tasks and utilizing computer systems for analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and documentation.
Mobility: While most work is desk-based, occasional mobility is required to attend meetings, trainings, or collaborate with staff across campus locations.
Lifting and Carrying: Occasional lifting and carrying of light items (up to 20 pounds) such as laptops, documents, or office materials.
Climbing: Ability to climb stairs when moving between locations or floors. No ladder use is typical for this position.
Fine Motor Skills: Precise hand movements and manual dexterity are required for typing, operating a computer, and handling documents.
Repetitive Motions: Capacity to perform repetitive motions, such as keyboarding and mouse use, without discomfort or injury.
Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with employees, leadership, technical staff, and vendors, both in person and through electronic means.
Travel: Occasional travel may be required between campus locations or for professional development.
Driving: A valid driver’s license may be required if travel between sites is part of assigned duties.
Vision Requirements: Ability to see at close range for extended periods to review data, system configurations, reports, and computer screens; ability to adjust focus between screens, documents, and individuals during meetings or training.
Cognitive/Analytical Demands: Ability to analyze complex information, troubleshoot issues, make independent decisions, and maintain concentration while performing detailed tasks with frequent interruptions.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred.
Higher education experience preferred.
Experience with project management software and tools.

Responsibilities

Lead institution-wide strategy for Academic Programming functions, ensuring alignment with the College’s priorities, accreditation standards, and organizational, state, and federal compliance.
Establish institutional standards and practices for Academic Programming processes, providing guidance and recommendations to instructional divisions, Student Services, and stakeholders.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to academic programming, curriculum processes, and academic systems to evaluate effectiveness, inform decision-making, and support institutional priorities.
Allocate Academic Programming resources, establish departmental priorities, and manage associated budgets to ensure effective and efficient operations.
Provide leadership and direction for course material initiatives, including oversight of contracts, vendor relationships, and operational processes that support effective access to instructional resources.
Direct and oversee the administration of post-secondary articulation agreements and shared programming processes in partnership with instructional leaders to support pathways to other institutions of higher education.
Lead implementation of College-wide curriculum strategy, reporting, and initiatives.
Lead, develop, and align Academic Programming management and support staff and resources to advance departmental priorities, strengthen expertise, and deliver high-quality support for academic operations and initiatives.
Provide oversight and strategic direction for academic programming data and processes within Workday Student and related systems, establishing standards and priorities that support curriculum management, academic operations, and student success.
Monitor and evaluate Academic Programming practices to ensure alignment with Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS), Higher Learning Commission (HLC), and Department of Education (DOE) requirements, policies, and expectations.
Direct development, modification, and discontinuation of academic programs and courses ensuring effective coordination, documentation, and compliance.
Provide strategic oversight and guidance on WTCS requirements, policies, and administrative directives; evaluate operational impacts, recommend adjustments, and support consistent application of requirements across Academic Programming processes.
Advance innovation and continuous improvement in academic systems and processes to enhance operational effectiveness and student outcomes.
Lead cross-functional initiatives related to academic programming, partnering with instructional leadership, Student Services, and College stakeholders to advance institutional priorities.
Provide analysis, recommendations, and subject matter expertise to inform decisions and support cross-functional initiatives related to academic programming and student success.
Direct alignment of academic programming processes with Student Services and institutional operations ensuring coordination of system updates, operational impacts, and resolution of issues affecting academic and student-facing processes.
Lead program development process, guiding instructional divisions from concept through approval and implementation while ensuring alignment with WTCS requirements and institutional processes.
Direct the preparation, review, and submission of District Board of Trustees and WTCS documentation for new programs, program modifications, and approvals.
Establish standards and ensure implementation of approved programs of study within Workday Student and related academic systems, ensuring accurate curriculum structure, program requirements, and student-facing information.
Collaborate with instructional leadership, faculty, Student Services, and operational teams to ensure approved programs are accurately translated into curriculum, systems, processes, and documentation.
Review and recommend updates to academic administrative policies.
Initiate, develop, and implement process improvement measures or project management plans for district-wide initiatives related to job responsibilities.
Oversee the development of an internal request system pertaining to program and course workflow.
Provide oversight for the development and maintenance of institutional communications and resources related to academic programming processes, instructional systems, and academic operations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with College standards.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
retirement contributions to the Wisconsin Retirement System and 403(b)/457 plan options
paid time off
sick leave
holidays
bereavement leave
recess periods
life and disability insurance, with options for additional coverage
flexible schedules or remote work options (for some positions)
wellbeing programs
training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement
onsite health and wellbeing clinic
dental clinic
fitness center
Parent/Child Center (onsite child care)
library
café
printing services
Trilogy Salon & Spa