Program Director
The University of Texas at AustinAbout the role
Job Posting Title:
Program Director----
Hiring Department:
Population Research Center----
Position Open To:
All Applicants----
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
40----
FLSA Status:
Exempt from FLSA----
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately----
Position Duration:
Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2027----
Location:
UT MAIN CAMPUS----
Job Details:
General Notes
The Program Director provides strategic leadership for the growth, sustainability, and external partnership development of the Fellowship Using the Science of Engagement (FUSE) at the Texas Behavioral Science and Policy Institute at The University of Texas at Austin. This role leads school and partner recruitment and retention strategy, develops and manages high-level district partnerships, advises on program direction and program offerings based on market and partner needs, leads the development of novel offerings, and supervises staff responsible for fellowship implementation and participant support. This position is currently funded for one year from start date.
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Purpose
This position will work closely with institute leadership, principal investigators, and program staff, the Director advances strategies that strengthen district engagement, expand participation, support revenue-generating partnerships, and ensure that FUSE remains responsive to the needs of schools and districts.
Responsibilities
Lead recruitment and retention strategy for district partners, including outreach planning aligned to institute goals and market opportunities.
Build and maintain high-level relationships with district leaders and external stakeholders while developing tailored proposals and partner-facing materials.
- Identify growth, expansion, and sustainability opportunities, advising leadership on market conditions and district demand.
- Drive revenue generation through partner recruitment, renewals, and development of sustainable partnership models and structures.
- Monitor recruitment and renewal pipelines, providing strategic updates and supporting agreement development with internal and university partners.
- Oversee program strategy and implementation to ensure alignment with goals, partner expectations, and continuous improvement informed by feedback.
- Lead and supervise staff by clarifying roles, coaching performance, and ensuring effective execution across program functions.
- Represent the institute externally and collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic communications, planning, and organizational growth.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in education, public administration, public policy, communications, business, social sciences, or related fields.
Significant progressively responsible experience in program leadership, partnership development, business development, educational initiatives, or related work.
Demonstrated success leading complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with substantial independent judgment.
Experience building and maintaining external partnershi
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