Director of Program Development & Execution

Director of Program Development & Execution Reporting to the Executive Director of Lifelong Learning Initiatives, the Director of Program Development and Execution plans and executes a range of revenue-generating programs targeted to pre-college students, undergraduates, contract partners, and lifelong learners. The role focuses on the creation and management of business processes and operational effectiveness. The Director collaborates with cross-campus academic, administrative, and operational departments to develop scalable systems, improve workflow efficiencies, and align programmatic offerings with the College’s mission, strategic goals, and learner needs. This role will supervise the Associate Director of Summer at Barnard and the Manager of Conferences and Group Rentals.

• Oversee day-to-day operations across the Lifelong Learning Initiatives unit (including, but not limited to BarnardNext, Pre-College Programs, Summer Conferences and Group Rentals and Summer Session programming).
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures for program delivery and quality assurance.
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, registration, and technology integration.
• Manage vendor contracts, instructional resources, and facilities used for lifelong learning instruction.
• Monitor compliance with College policies, grant requirements, and legal regulations.

• Develop and manage the unit’s annual budget; create annual and multi-year revenue goals and projections in collaboration with the Executive Director; ensure long-term financial sustainability.
• Monitor program performance metrics (e.g., enrollment, revenue, and costs) and adjust strategies to meet financial goals.
• In collaboration with the Development and Alumnae Relations Team, develop and manage external funding opportunities, including grants, sponsorships, and partnerships.

• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders; coordinate with cross-divisional and cross-campus partners engaged in active conversations with these stakeholders.
• Represent Lifelong Learning Initiatives Team and the Community Engagement & Lifelong Success Division at internal and external meetings, conferences, and events.
• Supervise marketing and outreach efforts in collaboration with the college’s Communications Team and external marketing agencies as needed.

• Hire, train, and supervise a team of program managers, administrative staff, and support personnel.
• Provide professional development and performance evaluations to ensure staff effectiveness and engagement.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment

• Understanding of and support for the values and mission of a liberal arts education dedicated to women and the ability to articulate them effectively.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Effective planning, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to forecast and manage a budget as well as other resource requirements as needed.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a goal-driven and fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with web applications and social media platforms; data driven mindset.
• Personable, thoughtful individual with excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills
• Proven ability to lead and direct work flow of staff.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with partners, including Financial Aid, Student Services, faculty, guidance counselors, and community-based organizations.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 4-6 years in an academic institution including 1 to 3 years managing staff
• Experience planning complex operations in a higher education institution or corporate setting
• Advanced proficiency in CRM platforms and cloud-based databases

• Advanced degree
• Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM a plus
• Experience managing budgets in a Workday environment a plus

Barnard College Full time