WVROCKS Program Director-WV Network-Monongalia Co.
State of West VirginiaAbout the role
Posting number: NC-2726
Department: - Not in the Classified Service, See Posting
Job classification: X - Job Not in Classified Service
Posting type: NON COVERED PSA
Categories: Administration, Miscellaneous, Higher Education
Summary
HOW TO APPLY: To be considered, please submit a PDF resume to:
Application Deadline: September 11, 2026
WVROCKS PROGRAM DIRECTOR-WV NETWORK (WVNET)-MONONGALIA CO.
WVNET is seeking a strategic, collaborative leader to serve as the WVROCKS Program Director. WVROCKS is a statewide initiative advancing online learning, institutional collaboration, and student success across West Virginia’s higher education community.
Reporting to the WVNET Executive Director, the Program Director provides leadership and oversight for program strategy, governance, partnerships, fiscal management, and operations. This role offers the opportunity to shape statewide initiatives, build meaningful institutional partnerships, and lead innovation in online education.
What You’ll Do
As the WVROCKS Program Director you will:
• Lead WVROCKS strategic planning, governance, policy development, and program growth.
• Guide innovation and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen online learning and student success.
• Oversee budgets, resource allocation, program performance, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with participating institutions, WVNET, and WVHEPC Academic Affairs.
• Represent WVROCKS in statewide meetings, committees, conferences, and collaborative initiatives.
• Use data and stakeholder feedback to evaluate outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare recommendations and reports for organizational and statewide leadership.
• Supervise the WVROCKS Program Manager, Instructional Designers, and other assigned staff.
• Ensure effective program operations, service delivery, and stakeholder support.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
• A strategic and collaborative leader who can turn statewide priorities into measurable results.
• Experienced in higher education, program leadership, online learning, or multi-institution collaboration.
• Skilled in strategic planning, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, team leadership, and program evaluation.
• An effective relationship builder who communicates confidently with institutional leaders, faculty, government officials, and external partners.
• A thoughtful decision-maker who uses data, sound judgment, and stakeholder input to address complex challenges.
• Organized, adaptable, and committed to innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Why Join WVNET?
At WVNET, you’ll become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to advancing education and technology throughout West Virginia. Your work will directly impact students, colleges, universities, and workforce partners across the state.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $70,000–$85,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience with a full benefits package, including:• Health, life, dental, vision, and hearing insurance.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Retirement investment.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Generous vacation and sick leave.
• Paid state and federal holidays.
• Professional development a
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