Assistant Director, Programs

. Provide operational oversight of degree program(s) .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $85,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide operational oversight of degree program(s)
Direct administration of day-to-day program activities
Develop and implement systems and procedures
Participate in course planning and develop course schedules
Manage course syllabus and submission processes
Oversee course cancellations and faculty and student notification
Oversee preparation of course-related forms in academic and operational platforms
Ensure courses are scheduled and academic and payroll deadlines are met
Develop relationships with faculty and serve as a resource for addressing and resolving problems
Manage communication to faculty
Ensure classroom and laboratory facilities and technology issues are resolved
Assist with onboarding new faculty
Support the department's strategic agenda
Serve as administrative liaison to student clubs
Support and manage special student programs
Present at recruitment events and/or identify guest speakers
Supervise staff

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
5+ years relevant experience or an equivalent combination
Experience planning and implementing administrative activities
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to think strategically and execute tactically
Ability to work well in a changing environment and practice creative problem solving
Ability to market programs, solve problems and interact with individuals at all levels
Preferred: Master's Degree (MA, MS or MBA)
Preferred: Experience in higher education