Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Communications and Marketing the Assistant Director will oversee the school’s professional development programming. This includes managing multiple collaborative partnerships that are responsive to opportunities and the needs of various constituencies. The manager is responsible for leading efforts to grow and sustain program enrollment targets. In collaboration with the Director, the manager will work on the strategic plan to expand current programming nationwide, increase quality and undertake new program models to attract and retain new customer bases. This includes the development of new business plans that identify government and corporate sponsors to increase enrollment and financially subsidize programming.

Job Description

Program Growth and Innovation

Develop and implement a strategic plan that will propel the Professional Development office as a national leader in continuing education. Develop program streams and communication that will not only attract new markets but promote repeat participation. Key growth areas should include:

• Best practices and emerging research that supports the professional growth of social workers, social policy, and public health professional (with special attention to the needs of a growing audience with the new School of Public Health).

• Topical areas that align with the mission and strengths of the Brown School (including DEIA, evidence based clinical practices, AI applications, and more).

• In person and digital market expansion to locations with high numbers of alumni.

• Expansion of program types that offer and support a learning experience (from one-off workshops through to advanced opportunities).

Program Oversight and Leadership

• Direct the team that coordinates and facilitates the school’s professional development offerings, which includes approximately 150 programs per year and serves more than 1500 unduplicated individuals. This includes development of program topics; recruitment and retention of program faculty; program evaluation, reporting, and quality improvement; and supervision of staff charged with registration, marketing, and other pre- and post-event administration.
• Maintain compliance with continuing education credit regulations of the States of Missouri and Illinois, AASECT, and other accrediting bodies as needed.

Financial Management and Program Sustainability

• Execute a successful business plan for the financial management of the department.
• Seek external funding and partnership opportunities, conduct regular benchmarking with competitors, and assess fee schedules in order to attract and sustain business and allow for program expansion, while ensuring the department is completely self-sustaining and revenue generating.
• Balance fiscal responsibility and sustainability with the professional development needs of the community.

Collaboration

Develop collaborative programming with other units of the school and the university, as well as community partners. 

Within the School:

• Increase the sustainability of advanced professional development offerings by building a pool of content developers and program facilitators.

• Partner with faculty and research centers to both support their work and increase access to their innovative research among the professional community, by sponsoring continuing education units, cross promoting, and providing dissemination platforms.

• Partner with faculty leads to develop new/more ways to offer dual-audience (academic and professional) programming that will increase revenue, expand opportunities for the professional community, and ensure a breadth of curricular areas are available to our students.

Within the University:

• Identify opportunities with central university departments to streamline processes and systems to create more efficiency.

• Co-develop/sponsor programming when appropriate with the continuing education arms of other schools within Washington University.

• Strategically work with staff and faculty leading and supporting the development of the new School of Public Health to determine and support continuing education needs.

Within the Community:

• Increase awareness of Brown School Professional Development offerings among a variety of community organizations

Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for External Affairs.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

• Depending upon school/program, position may require specific licensure/registration/certification dependent upon state's continuing education governing board.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Certifications:

Clinical Social Worker - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Licensed Social Worker - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Master Social Worker - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:

Educational Or Training Program Development (3 Years)

Skills:

Budgeting, Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Developing Partnerships, Editing Text, Educational Program Development, Fast-Paced Environments, Financial Development, Financial Management, Information Technology (IT) Systems, Leadership, Marketing Plan Development, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, New Program Development, Outreach Programs, People Management, Policies & Procedures, Prioritization, Self-Direction, Social Work, Work Collaboratively, Writing

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.