Assistant Director, Program Approval

Schedule: Full-time

Assistant Director, Program Approval- Administrative Staff and unclassified pursuant to §124.11 (A) (30) and §3333.03 of the Revised Code. Serves at the pleasure of the Chancellor and in a fiduciary capacity to the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE). Reports to the Senior Director, Program Approval Operations.

Coordinates the Chancellor’s program review, recommendation, and approval process for Ohio’s public and private colleges degree submissions, including new degree requests, curriculum changes, degree name changes, and other related program requests.

Assists in the program review of in-state and out-of-state private institutions seeking the Chancellor’s approval to offer degrees in Ohio.

Assists in the development of and maintains an online electronic submission system for institutions of higher learning).

Assists in tracking documentation such as progress reports, institutional reauthorizations, contracts, and invoices.

Edits webpage content maintained by the Office of Academic Program Approval, including but not limited to:

Program Approval Status page;

Ohio’s campuses;

Program Approval FAQs; and

Tuition Reciprocity Agreements.

Provides technical assistance and creates training materials for campus staff and reviewers using the electronic program submission system.

Offers on-going technical assistance, guidance, and support to Ohio’s community colleges, university, private colleges and universities, state agencies, students, constituents, and other stakeholders regarding program development, program approval, and compliance.

Coordinates and attends campus site visits.

Assists the Senior Director in administration of Academic Approval Operations as requested.

Other duties as assigned.

Master’s degree.

Experience at campus or state level in academic program administration, design, and institutional collaboration.

Knowledge of Ohio’s higher education system, current trends, and advancements in higher education and economic development.

Ability to interact professionally and diplomatically with institution staff, state agencies, students, legislators, community partners, general public, and other stakeholders.

Ability to problem-solve.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to be organized, self-motivated, collaborative, and committed to continuous learning.

Willingness to travel in and out-of-state as needed.