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Assistant Director, Executive Programs

Closes:

Salary: $68,540 – $92,380 per year

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  • Job Number: 25983
  • Functional Area: Administration
  • Department: MIT Sloan Executive Education
  • School Area: Sloan School of Management
  • Pay Range Minimum: $68,540
  • Pay Range Maximum: $92,380
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Pay Grade: 7

Posting Description

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, EXECUTIVE PROGRAMS, Sloan Executive Education, will model best practices in operational policies, processes and procedures required to ensure the quality and integrity of open enrollment program delivery; manage program teams assigned to work with assistant director on more complex open enrollment, custom or institutional programs; serve as point of contact for and assist program coordinators before, during and after program deliveries; provide input into performance reviews of program coordinators; manage a select portfolio of open enrollment programs, leading program logistics in addition to traditionally designated program director responsibilities; leads the development and management of the program operations planning and milestones for on-site and digital deliveries; collects program information and materials for their timely publishing and distribution via print, email and web; identifies and supervises vendors (hotel, catering, AV, printing, etc.); schedule sessions with faculty; and work with faculty to manage program content and design updates, with support from program director(s), as needed.

The full job description is available here: https://web.mit.edu/sloan-hr/jobs/ExecEducAssistantDirmgmt.pdf

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of two years of administrative experience; demonstrated interest in program content; ability to quickly get acquainted with the content of the programs in one’s portfolio; ability to articulate main ideas and discuss the program at a high level; ability to spot content related issues during program delivery and, as needed, seek director to help address them; ability to balance and deliver both logistical responsibilities and program director responsibilities on an ongoing basis; develop and maintain positive relationships with Institute faculty, clients and participants; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to deal with ambiguity; exemplify and uphold the MIT Executive Education Values of People, Trust & Respect, Learning & Ideas, Operational Excellence, and Sustainability

Job details

Title
Assistant Director, Executive Programs
Employer
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Location
Cambridge, MA, USA
Published
Aug 28, 2026
Closes:
Oct 27, 2026
Job type
Full time, Staff / Administration
Field
Other Administrative Positions
Salary

Salary: $68,540 – $92,380 per year

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Assistant Director, Executive Programs role?

A Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of administrative experience are required. Strong candidates should be able to quickly learn program content, balance logistics and program director duties, and build relationships with faculty, clients, and participants. Review the full assistant director career path and explore executive higher education jobs.

📋What are the main responsibilities of this role?

You will manage open enrollment, custom, and institutional programs; supervise program teams and vendors (hotel, catering, AV, printing); schedule sessions with faculty; and support program coordinators before, during, and after deliveries. The role also leads program operations planning for on-site and digital deliveries. Learn more about program director responsibilities.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for international applicants?

No, visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have authorization to work in the United States.

💰What is the salary range for this Assistant Director position?

The pay range is $68,540 to $92,380 annually, classified as exempt and pay grade 7. For broader university salary data, see university salary insights.

📝How can I make my application stand out?

Tailor your resume to highlight program logistics, vendor management, and faculty/client relationship management. Use the free resume template and free cover letter template to structure your materials, and review employer branding tips to align with expectations.

🚀What career progression does this role support?

This administration role builds skills for future director-level positions in executive education and university administration. Explore types of administration jobs in higher education and executive higher education roles.

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