Director of Course Material Programs

University Co-op • Austin, TX

51d

About The Position

Director of Course Material Programs Role Profile Position Summary: The Director of Course Material Programs is an exempt role reporting to the VP of Finance. This role plans and oversees ongoing programmatic excellence that aligns with the company's mission. Heads the development and execution of a detailed program strategy. Drives initiatives and fosters continuous improvement of existing programs by leveraging data-driven insights and best practices to optimize program performance. Collaborates across multiple departments and stakeholders, including Marketing, E-commerce, IT, and Finance, and coordinates progress toward program objectives by maintaining effective communication at all levels. Champions the Co-op's affordability mission by owning progress measurement and ensuring program visibility reaches students, faculty, and the University community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Education, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of progressive experience in course materials, higher education programs, or related operations.
• 3-5+ years in a leadership role with responsibility for strategy, budget, and staff management.
• Demonstrated experience leading affordability, Inclusive Access, or similar student-centered program initiatives.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining strategic relationships with faculty, academic departments, and campus stakeholders.
• Experience with enrollment data analysis, program measurement, and reporting to leadership.
• Familiarity with course materials industry trends, including OER, Equitable Access, and digital-first delivery models.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with Marketing, E-commerce, IT, and Finance teams.
• Microsoft Suite with proficiency in Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and hold accountable a high-performing course materials organization; develop talent, drive transformation through industry change, and foster a culture of student service aligned with the Co-op's affordability mission.
• Define and own the enrollment growth strategy across all affordability programs—Inclusive Access, OER, and emerging models—to maximize student participation in reduced-cost and free course materials.
• Lead strategic engagement with faculty, academic departments, UT Libraries, and campus stakeholders to drive program adoption and position the Co-op as a trusted partner.
• Set strategic direction for course materials and school supplies operations; drive simplification of legacy complexity and ensure operational excellence as the industry evolves.
• Champion the Co-op's affordability mission by owning progress measurement toward the BHAG, partnering with Marketing and E-commerce on brand visibility, and ensuring the affordability story reaches students, faculty, and the University community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director