Director of Online Learning

Director of Online Learning

(Full-Time)

 Goldey-Beacom College

Summary: Goldey-Beacom College seeks a Director of Online Learning, who is responsible for advancing the strategy, leadership, and vision of postsecondary online education. This in-person, on campus individual will develop and implement a comprehensive online learning strategy, ensuring high-quality learning experiences, fostering innovation in online education, and driving strategic growth.

 Department: Academic Affairs

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Skilled in making data-driven decisions and providing leadership to drive success.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with experience managing long-term projects and achieving strategic goals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, LMS platforms, and presentation software, ensuring efficient and effective workflow.
• Experienced with analytics tools to assess and improve student success in online learning environments.
• Knowledgeable in digital marketing and recruitment strategies to attract and retain online learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an online learning strategy aligned with the College’s mission.
• Provide leadership and support for online learning initiatives by collaborating with faculty, and staff to enhance online course content and design.
• Oversee assessment of online programs to ensure academic integrity, student engagement, and learning outcomes.
• Partner with Advising, Admissions, and Marketing to attract, retain, and support online students.
• Strengthen the College’s reputation in online learning through engagement and partnerships.
• Lead data-driven decisions to guide online enrollment growth and new program development.
• Manage research initiatives and pursue grant opportunities for online learning.
• Oversee the financial and administrative operations of online learning in line with the College's goals.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, accessibility requirements, and other regulatory guidelines for online learning.
• Employ a deep knowledge of the technical and operational needs to develop a robust online infrastructure.
• Promote innovation, access, and inclusion in online learning.
• Represent the College at conferences, professional development events, and partnership meetings, requiring occasional travel.

Ideal Candidate Qualities & Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to design and implement assessments to measure program performance, drive curriculum development, and refine online course offerings, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and optimal learning outcomes.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and administrative departments to ensure success in online learning initiatives.
• Expertise in enhancing student satisfaction, retention, and diversity of program offerings, while ensuring quality online learning experiences.
• Experience in improving teaching quality through faculty training, professional development, and instructional design support.
• Knowledge of current trends in online learning, industry certifications, and discipline-specific needs to maintain high-quality programs.
• Ability to strategically develop new online certificate programs and manage course roadmaps.
• Deep understanding of the online program management marketplace and the role of external partnerships.
• Skilled in collaborating with marketing, communications, and vendors to execute effective strategies for online program growth.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting and reporting to College leadership.
• Familiarity with compliance, accreditation standards, and emerging technologies in digital learning.
• Proficiency in overseeing regulatory requirements and preparing reports related to distance education.

Reports To: VP of Academic Affairs/Provost

Position Category: Staff, Full-Time
Months per Year: 12
Hours per Week: 37.5 hours

FLSA:  Exempt, Level E7

Salary Range: $127,000 - $137,000
Benefits: Goldey-Beacom College offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Retirement Plan (403b) in which College contributes 5.5%
• Life & Disability Insurances
• Education benefits for employees, spouses and dependents
• Generous PTO (This position starts at 22 days of personal time off)
• Paid Holidays, Paid two-week winter break and ½ day Fridays during the summer
• Free weekly meals in dining hall.

Interested applicants must submit their resume/curriculum vitae (CV), transcript(s) while completing and signing the Employment Application.

Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree required (Doctorate preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in online learning, instructional design, or higher education leadership.
• Experience in higher education administration, including fiscal management, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Familiarity with MSCHE accreditation standards and regulatory compliance for online education.
• Proven track record in developing online degree programs to expand access and enrollment. 

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Goldey-Beacom College recognizes the importance of being an equal opportunity employer that fosters an inclusive, equitable and respectful campus climate.  We are constantly working to create a College that celebrates individuality and strives to provide a non-discriminatory, fair and equitable learning and working environment for the GBC family.  While we celebrate diversity in all forms, our hiring, compensation, training, and employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and performance.  We are governed by transparency and accountability in our human resource policies and procedures, recruitment and selection, hiring, training and development, employee relations, promotion, compensation and total rewards, and termination. ​​​​​​​