Senior Director, New Course Design & Development Operations (Education)

TL;DR

Senior Director, New Course Design & Development Operations (Education/Assessment): Leading the end-to-end operational management of new AP course and exam development with an accent on project governance, budget oversight, and cross-functional coordination. Focus on managing a portfolio of new courses, establishing scalable operational processes, and leading a team of project managers.

Location: Remote (USA). Must have authorization to work in the United States.

Salary: $108,000–$165,000

Company

A self-sustaining nonprofit that develops and administers coursework and exams for millions of students worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead end-to-end project management for a portfolio of 6-8 new AP course and exam development initiatives.
• Establish integrated project management processes, governance structures, and communication plans for the full development lifecycle.
• Manage a multi-million-dollar budget, including financial planning, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Lead and coach a team of project managers and an associate director to achieve operational goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional planning across AP and hirify.global teams to ensure successful course launches.
• Oversee the operational impact of course changes on curriculum, assessment, and professional learning.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 8-10 years of leadership experience in program/project management or large-scale operational leadership, preferably in education.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional initiatives and interdependent workstreams.
• High level of proficiency with Smartsheet and Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve operational efficiency and analysis.
• Willingness to travel domestically approximately 6-8 times annually.

Culture & Benefits

• Meaningful mission-driven work expanding educational and career opportunities.
• Inclusive and high-achieving culture based on shared operating principles.
• Flexible work options: fully remote or hybrid for those living near office locations.
• Fair and competitive compensation rooted in transparency and market data.
• Supportive environment with a commitment to continuous growth and iterative learning.

Hiring process

• Resume and application submission followed by a recruiter phone/video screen.
• Hiring manager interview and a performance exercise.
• Panel interview, leadership conversation, and reference checks.