Virginia's Community College System · 12 hours ago
Assistant Director of Instructional Innovation and Strategic Programs
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$0/yr - $105K/yrVirginia's Community College System is seeking an Assistant Director of Instructional Innovation and Strategic Programs to provide high-level support to the Associate Vice President of eLearning. This role involves planning, coordinating, and evaluating online course development projects to ensure they align with institutional goals and compliance standards.
E-LearningEducationHigher Education
Responsibilities
Track the redesign and development of online courses in collaboration with faculty and instructional designers
Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensure alignment with academic and equity standards
Oversee administrative tasks tied to projects, including supplemental work agreements and All Access textbook account tracking
Ensure all online courses meet ADA/Section 508, accreditation, and VCCS/state/federal instructional standards
Monitor course accessibility using tools such as UDOIT and assist faculty in resolving issues
Support and coordinate training efforts to improve faculty compliance with accessibility and instructional regulations
Represent NOVA Online on internal and external committees
Develop and implement streamlined cross-functional processes and supporting documentation to ensure course development efforts align with institutional priorities and strategic goals
Support pilot initiatives such as AI-integrated assessments and flexible learning models
Track and evaluate pilot outcomes; prepare recommendations for improvement or scale-up
Assist in the design and testing of new instructional models based on emerging best practices
Generate reports that summarize NOVA Online’s performance, instructional compliance, and student learning outcomes to inform strategic planning and continuous improvement
Analyze trends and stakeholder feedback to propose workflow or quality assurance enhancements
Contribute to the continuous improvement of NOVA Online processes and institutional reporting systems
Manage and guide a diverse team of staff to meet project milestones
Prioritize deliverables and ensure alignment with timelines and strategic goals
Contribute expertise as needed to support project completion
Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of online learning environments, instructional design processes, and course development lifecycles
Knowledge of higher education standards, including ADA/Section 508 accessibility, VCCS, accreditation, and federal compliance requirements
Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and course accessibility tools (e.g., UDOIT)
Awareness of emerging trends in instructional technology, AI-enhanced learning, and flexible course delivery models
Understanding of institutional strategic planning, quality assurance, and accreditation processes in online education
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple, complex initiatives simultaneously
Excellent organizational and time-management skills to track and meet critical deadlines
Advanced skills in process design and documentation for instructional and administrative workflows
Skilled in using data to evaluate program effectiveness and guide decision-making
Proficiency in written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse stakeholders
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills to build effective partnerships across academic, administrative, and technical teams
Ability to translate strategic goals into actionable operational plans
Ability to assess and improve online compliance and accessibility through both training and oversight
Ability to evaluate pilot programs and recommend scale-up or redesign based on evidence and feedback
Ability to represent the college effectively in committees and collaborative settings at the institutional, state, and national level
Ability to foster innovation while maintaining adherence to standards, compliance, and equity-centered practices
Exceptional organizational and detail-oriented skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills with a proven ability to work across academic, administrative, and technical teams
Analytical skills to evaluate program data and make informed recommendations for improvement
Experience in project management, program coordination, and/or instructional operations within a higher education, eLearning, or instructional design setting
Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outcomes
Experience with interpreting online learning standards (e.g., ADA/Section 508, RSI, VCCS, or accreditation guidelines)
Prior use of learning management systems and course quality tools
Benefits
Comprehensive health and dental insurance program
Generous paid leave
Deferred compensation plans
Paid parental leave
State employee discounts
Solid and secure retirement program
Company
Virginia's Community College System
Since 1966, Virginia’s Community Colleges have given everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened.
Founded in 1966
201-500 employees
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