Description
This inaugural position of the Director for UTD Global will play a key leadership role with a focus on supporting and advancing the University's global online and digital education strategy, helping to realize UTD's vision for educational offerings in alignment with our position as one of the nation's leading public global universities. Our strategic plans call for UT Dallas to expand the reach of its educational programs, both in person and online, to potential students worldwide.
The director will build new programs and initiatives that help consolidate and expand our outreach to students outside the United States by developing and implementing preliminary online preparation for international students coming to the UT Dallas campus for their degree studies (pre-bachelor's and pre-Masters programs), self-contained certificates, and expanding our dual degree, articulation/transfer, and pipeline partnerships and programs. The Director for UTD Global will develop and deliver online, hybrid, digitally-mediated, and in-person programs from the ground up and aligned with our strategic global goals. This effort includes innovative learning opportunities of varied format and length – both credit-bearing and non-credit credential programs – that will serve the needs of employers and lifelong learners and grow our global outreach. In addition, the Director will be responsible for developing and delivering training resources for basic and advanced course design concepts, overseeing the online learning management system (LMS), and managing the UTD Global budget.
The position reports to the Senior Director for International Initiatives in the International Center. It works closely with the Vice Provost for Global Engagement and Dean of Graduate Education, the Senior Director of International Students and Scholars, and the Director of International Education. The Director for UTD Global also works closely with the highest levels of campus leadership, including the Provost's Office, Admissions and Enrollment, the Academic School Deans, the Office of Legal Affairs, and the Office of the Vice President for Research.
This full-time position involves traveling to regions represented by UTD's international offices, as well as international sites where UT Dallas programs take place, and recruiting international students for those programs accordingly. It also involves periodic seminar and workshop facilitation and presenting at conferences and programs.
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.
Preferred Education and Experience
Preferred Qualifications
- A master's degree with at least ten years of relevant experience is required. Of this, at least five years must have been spent developing, managing, and operating online post-secondary education programs serving a population of students.
- A bachelor's degree with additional experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
- A successful track record of managing the full spectrum of online program design, development, launch, and operations, including market research, marketing, enrollment, curriculum development, and student support for online, hybrid, and in-person programs within an academic setting
- Knowledge of trends in technology and higher education and current research on digital teaching and learning, as well as knowledge of digital teaching and learning tools and emerging systems for delivering digitally-mediated education
- Leadership skills appropriate for growing and overseeing a team responsible for innovative program design and delivery
- Demonstrated customer service and student success mindset with a leadership mindset
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at all levels within the University and ability to form collaborative academic partnerships
- Experience vetting, managing, and establishing accountability measures with vendors
- Experience supervising staff across complex work teams; excellent project management skills and use of metrics to identify resource needs and provide accountability
- Demonstrated understanding of decision-making and persuasion within a research-intensive university environment and the ability to solve complex problems in conjunction with stakeholders
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
- Experience in integrating student support services into various course modalities
- College or university teaching experience (especially in online and hybrid settings) or experience working closely with faculty on unbundled, stackable, online, and digital education projects and ability to generate faculty enthusiasm for and engagement in online, hybrid, and digitally-mediated formats for teaching and learning
- Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for an academic environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to manage program design and development, operational oversight, and academic administration functions. Responsibilities include:
- Help recruit and lead a growing, high-performing team and provide day-to-day direction of the office and staff
- Facilitate the implementation of strategic, highly visible, and innovative programs in close partnership with deans, directors, and other academic leaders
- Help implement program strategies and goals, direct long-term planning, develop policies and procedures, and manage data strategy and reporting processes, ensuring compliance with internal and external governance and accreditation requirements
- Work with Academic Technology and Information Technology Services on current and future technology needs and related support and training.
- Evaluate operations and outcomes to ensure alignment with organizational goals
- Provide oversight and manage relationships between the International Center team, internal stakeholders, partners, and vendors to ensure accountability and efficiency
- Work with key campus offices such as the Library, Learning Lab, Multimedia Services, Admissions, Enrollment Services, Advising, Financial Aid, and Information Technology to provide appropriate support services to students enrolled in UTD Global courses.
- Work closely with academic units to advance the uses of technology for teaching and learning in online, hybrid, and in-person modalities
- Promote coordination and collaboration in digital learning initiatives on a pan-University basis
- In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned
Additional Information
The University of Texas at Dallas is a Carnegie R1 classification university nestled just a few miles north of downtown Dallas and minutes away from global corporate headquarters and a renowned arts district. UT Dallas was established by the founders of Texas Instruments and is driven by its legacy of entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to academic excellence. A high-energy, agile, innovative university, UT Dallas offers top-ranked science, engineering, and business programs and has gained prominence for a breadth of educational paths from audiology to arts and technology. Our faculty includes various members of the National Academies and more than 550 tenured and tenure-track professors.
Our seven schools offer over 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, professional certificates, and fast-track programs. We take pride in our student body, with more than 9,000 international students from over 100 countries attending UT Dallas.
At UT Dallas, we firmly believe that global engagement is not just a goal, but a defining characteristic of a great university. We are proud of our long history of international activity and remain steadfast in our commitment to offering our students an education enriched by perspectives, cultures, and languages. The UT Dallas International Center (IC) is at the forefront of this mission, facilitating strong partnerships with universities and institutes worldwide to enhance global awareness among the UTD and surrounding communities. The IC utilizes its unique position within the University to promote international and global engagement and contributes to the development of graduates with a global awareness.
Remote Notice: After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
- Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Internal Training
- BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
- PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
- Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
- Dental/Vision/AD&D
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Winter Break
- Fertility Benefits
- Remote Work Options – approved by department
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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