Requisition Number:  03014673  

Working Title:  Professional Programs Specialist

Filing Date:  July 30

Classification:  Public Education Supervisor II (exempt)

Salary Range:  $49,100 - $96,600/annually

Brief Description:  

Under general direction, help to conceive and evaluate new topics, plan new programs or activities based on these topics, and ensure their successful implementation for adult professionals for the health sector with emphasis on online/hybrid delivery models. 

Conduct marketing needs assessments, including primary and secondary research.

Identify and assess feasibility of new program topics, recruit/collaborate with subject matter experts to plan curricula and secure program/course approval. 

Liaise with campus partners on design, revenue-sharing, faculty engagement and articulation. 

Oversee implementation and logistical planning; manage and support instructors; convene/facilitate advisory and instructor meetings to review/update curriculum; evaluate courses and provide instructor feedback. 

Develop/execute marketing communication plans (w/Marketing Dept.); contribute to and administer social media sites; and liaise with employers and professional groups. 

Develop program budgets and projections, and monitor/analyze fiscal performance. 

Responsible for ensuring timeliness and quality of implementation, while also advancing ongoing strategic program goals.  

Key requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in related area and/or equivalent combination of experience and/or training;
  
• skill to engage with subject matter experts and faculty in the design of adult learning experiences in technical and/or specialized subjects (e.g., health sciences, health IT, business); 
  
• knowledge of adult learning principles; 
  
• prior experience in an entrepreneurial or university setting preferred.  
  

Knowledge of health care preferred, but not required.

For a more detailed job description, the quick link to the job is: 

www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=71248