Program Director

Title: Program Director

Employee Classification: Program Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Ryan College of Business

Department: UNT-Nat Sec and Econ Strat Prog-131400

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience.

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.


We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.


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Department Summary

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business is the choice of nearly 9,000 students, making it one of the largest business schools in the nation. Since 1961, the college has been continuously accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a hallmark of the world's best business schools. Nationally recognized, cutting-edge degrees enable students to learn beyond the classroom, preparing them to become leaders in their fields.

Position Overview

Operational and communications lead for a broad, rapidly expanding initiative. Its purpose is to ensure effective execution of the Center's academic programs, cross-departmental coordination, stakeholder engagement, communications, and high-profile events. The position is required to provide operational capacity and accountability, enabling leadership to focus on strategic direction, curricula, policy, and research development and publication, and elevating the University's national profile.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures related to the functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
* Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to the functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
* In-depth knowledge of learning outcomes.
* Requires knowledge of best practices in assessment as it pertains to higher education and institutional effectiveness, including the creation of outcomes, assessment methods and instruments, as well as data analysis, and utilization of reporting results.
* Ability to plan, conceptualize, and make sound business decisions.
* Must exercise considerable independent and professional judgment in matters of significance.
* Strong presentation, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
* Strong planning and project management skills.
* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of populations verbally and in writing.
* Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
* Ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Execute Center operations and initiatives, aligning with strategy, ensuring daily performance, and maintaining efficient workflows.
• Plan and deliver high-profile events, including summits, roundtables, receptions, and stakeholder engagements with senior leaders.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary curriculum delivery, including scheduling, registration, faculty coordination, and promotion.
• Serve as primary liaison to Chairs, Faculty, colleges, and units across 10+ departments, ensuring collaboration and continuity.
• Support governance bodies (Presidential Advisory Council, Executive Steering Committee, Faculty Advisory Council), including scheduling, agendas, materials, and follow-up.
• Coordinate communications and engagement, including social media, newsletters, podcasts, presentations, and sponsorship materials.
• Support thought leadership and research output, including publications, policy content, and executive reports.
• Manage administrative operations and special projects, providing executive support and ensuring organizational efficiency.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm, with occasional nights and weekends.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.