Senior Director For Master Of AI Systems Management (Maism) And The School Of Information Systems Management - Heinz College

Carnegie Mellon University's Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy is looking for an innovative and proactive manager to oversee the launch and deployment of an exciting new master's degree in AI Systems Management (MAISM). The MAISM degree will matriculate its first set of students in fall of 2025.

Heinz College has a cutting-edge portfolio of professional master's degrees that attracts students from across the globe. MAISM will be delivered as a full-time program on our Pittsburgh main campus. There is considerable work to be performed by the incumbent in the rolling out and subsequent oversight and leadership of the MAISM degree. This is a dynamic opportunity to lead change in a high-tech, forward-thinking organization and to make a significant contribution to the state of the art in graduate education.

The Senior Director for Master of AI Systems Management (MAISM) and the School of Information Systems Management will partner with the Associate Dean for Information Systems Management. The incumbent will serve as the head product manager of the MAISM degree, overseeing multiple facets of program delivery, student support, and program growth. The Senior Director will also create and steward a structure for academic program portfolio evaluation and management including metric development and tracking, curriculum alignment, committee management, and internal and external outcomes reporting.

Inclusion, collaboration, and cultural awareness are critical values for CMU and Heinz College. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is skilled at engaging with our diverse community in a culturally responsive manner and at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work and highly encourage diverse candidates to apply.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Able to identify and capitalize on potential strategies to attract new students to the Heinz College AI programs and to sell the CMU value proposition. This includes understanding and communicating AI talent needs and career outcomes.

• Able to build strong relationships with outside organizations and capitalize on these relationships in ways that benefit the College and our students.

• Continuous strategic evaluation of academic program offerings and their alignment with market needs.

• Collaborate with student support services to develop programs that enhance student success

• Work with Admissions, Career Services, and Marketing to develop strategies for increasing student recruitment and enhancing employer visibility across all of our AI assets.

• Manage the capstone project lifecycle from project intake, team formation, and team assessments.

• Develop metrics and track data on academic program health for both internal and external assessments.

• Oversee program budget.

• Gather and organize information to support the review and update of student records, curriculum, handbooks, and marketing content. Take a data centric approach to decision making and strategy formulation.

• Excellent administrative, managerial, organizational and planning skills, including ability to prioritize work and work independently.

• Lead support staff and working with co-sponsors to coordinate events of various sizes.

• Support students, faculty, fiscal management, academic services, admissions, and other college or central departments.

• Excellent culturally responsive written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present information to audiences of various sizes and backgrounds.

• Superior computer and database management skills, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suites.

• Demonstrate appropriate sensitivity to maintaining and safeguarding confidentiality.

• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions, meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality in work produced.

• The Senior Director will partner with the Associate Dean of the School of Information Systems Management to continuously assess degree programs while considering new strategic initiatives to expand reach and impact. They will also provide direct oversight of Program Directors of the School of Information Systems & Management.

• Ability to work weekends and evenings as needed and travel both internationally and domestically.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Higher Education, Business, or related field

• Five (5) years of related experience in higher education or data science.

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Requirements:

• Successful background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Academic Program Administration

Position Type

Staff - Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

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