Director of Professional and Continuing Education

About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.  

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Job Description:

Salary: $95,000 - $107,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

This position is governed by the APA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Working Hours: 37.5 hours

The Director of Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) provides strategic leadership for the division, supporting long-term enrollment growth, financial sustainability, and continuous improvement of programs and processes. The Director will bring energy, creativity, and an entrepreneurial approach to working with the Dean and faculty to identify opportunities for new programs, strengthen existing offerings, and expand PCE's impact and reach. The Director will also cultivate partnerships both within and external to the college that support program innovation and create new opportunities for PCE.

As senior leadership in PCE, the Director will manage, support and inspire the PCE team as  the division advances through important transitions   that include enhancing day-to-day operations and  the implementation of new registration and student information systems, 

Key Responsibilities

Program Innovation, Partnerships & Strategic Growth

• Partner with the Dean and faculty to identify and develop opportunities for new programs and innovative educational offerings, and to strengthen and evolve PCE's existing program portfolio.
• Cultivate institutional and external partnerships that expand PCE's reach and create new opportunities for collaboration.
• Establish and track KPIs for enrollment and revenue growth across all PCE offerings.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Admissions, Marketing, Academic Affairs, and IT to align PCE with broader institutional goals.

Operations, Systems & Change Management

• Lead efforts in planning, system implementation, and process improvement to support a streamlined student lifecycle from inquiry to completion.
• Oversee the operational rollout and continuous improvement of divisional student software systems. Drive cross-departmental coordination with IT, Student Financial Services, and the Registrar to streamline processes, meet project milestones, and report high-level outcomes to senior administration.
• Oversee departmental budget.
• Provide operational oversight of essential tasks including billing, hiring, and catalog production.

Program Management

• Oversee the development, logistics, and smooth operation of special programs and external partnerships.

Team Leadership

• Direct supervision of PCE staff: Manager of Enrollment, Systems & Student Success, the Curriculum & Scheduling Manager, and the Marketing & Communications Coordinator.
• Foster a student-centered culture where every staff member supports student success.
• Support the Dean in managing Program Directors, including regular meetings, agenda setting, and facilitation.

Requirements:

Qualifications

• Minimum BA; Master's preferred.
• At least five years of experience in continuing education, working with adult learners or in other nontraditional educational contexts.
• At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role within education.
• Demonstrated experience with enrollment strategy, fiscal planning, and budget management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience in change management and process optimization.

Additional Information:

 Please note MassArt:

• Does not support employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• Is not an E-Verify institution.

Selected candidates must be eligible to work in the US at the time of employment, complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US by completing the Form 19, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed. For a list of all acceptable documents please click here.

Comprehensive Benefits (does not apply to contractor/student positions):
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Please click here to view MassArt Benefits.

MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class.

MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

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Application Instructions:

Please provide a resume and cover letter.