If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:
 

Grade: Professional 309

Pay Range: $80,300.00 - $120,400.00

Job Description

The Senior Regional Manager will work in person in our new Washington D.C. offices. The Regional Manager plays a critical role in supporting strategic regional initiatives that align with institutional goals and priorities. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate regional data, overseeing cross-functional projects, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, community engagement, and brand visibility.

The role involves developing hyper-local strategies, supporting alumni and workforce partnerships, and expanding WGU’s reach through advocacy, strategic relationships, and public engagement. This individual will represent the university in the community, drive stakeholder collaboration, and contribute to initiatives that increase educational impact and brand awareness.

Essential Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Maintain and manage accurate regional data to support effective reporting and strategic decision-making.

• Lead initiatives to improve operational efficiency and service delivery within the region.

• Ensure alignment between regional strategies and the broader goals of WGU, Academy, and Craft Education.

• Serve as the primary owner of assigned projects, ensuring successful execution and measurable impact.

• Coordinate with schools and internal support teams to drive regional outcomes.

Team Collaboration

• Partner with the Regional Vice President and leadership team to cultivate a positive and high-performing team culture.

• Lead and contribute to cross-functional project teams focused on alumni engagement and community impact.

• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to proactively resolve regional challenges.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with business, community, and industry leaders to support regional goals.

• Foster collaboration across departments to achieve shared objectives and maximize regional effectiveness.

• Act as a key liaison to resolve issues that impact strategic partnerships or regional initiatives.

Brand Awareness & Growth

• Drive brand visibility by engaging in community outreach, events, and professional networking.

• Support initiatives that enhance WGU’s brand reputation and expand regional presence.

• Identify and develop new partnerships that extend WGU’s educational impact.

• Deliver compelling presentations to potential partners using WGU’s “flywheel” strategy and value proposition.

Advocacy & Representation

• Support advocacy and policy efforts in collaboration with the Director of Government Relations.

• Represent WGU at local, regional, and national conferences, panels, and speaking engagements to advance the university’s mission.

Relationship Building

• Develop and sustain partnerships with local organizations, chambers, associations, and workforce entities.

• Collaborate with leadership to support grant opportunities and workforce initiatives at the state and regional levels.

• Strengthen relationships that contribute to student succe