Assistant Director, Lifelong Learning
Job Description
The Assistant Director of Lifelong Learning at Sarah Lawrence
College is an inaugural role that will play a vital role in
supporting and enhancing the operations of the Office of Lifelong
Learning. This includes a wide range of current and future
non-degree programming for people from the ages of 2 to 102+.
Programs include creative movement classes for children (3-10),
precollege programs, personal enrichment classes through Sarah
Lawrence Extension, a Signature Learning Community for adults 55+,
midlife transition programs, educational partnerships with
retirement communities, and corporate and professional development
programming.
This position oversees a range of programmatic and administrative
responsibilities, including planning and executing these and other
yet-to-be-developed programs, supporting course and event
logistics, managing prospective and current student relations,
assisting with finding and administering instructors, helping
manage communications and marketing, and fostering connections with
community partners.
The Assistant Director works closely with the Executive Director of
Lifelong Learning and collaborates with directors and assistant
directors in the Office of Lifelong Learning to advance the
College's mission and ensure high-quality experiences for
participants.
This hybrid job is located in Bronxville, NY with occasional
evening and weekend hours to support programs and events.
Essential Duties Summary
Essential Functions
- Collaborate with the Executive Director to plan and execute
lifelong learning courses and events, ensuring alignment with
institutional goals.
Manage customer service operations, including student
registration, inquiries, and refunds.
Help source new instructors and provide administrative support
to instructors, including onboarding, class logistics, and payroll
management.
Develop and maintain content on the programs' websites and the
course registration system (Thinkific).
Facilitate event planning, including speaker arrangements,
facilities management, and catering.
Monitor program performance, and support the Executive Director
in assessing financial outcomes, and identifying growth
opportunities.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal
departments and external stakeholders.
Manage general office operations, including supply procurement
and technology and logistical support for online and in-person
classes, ensuring efficient operations in marketing, programming,
and events.
Additional Responsibilities
- Liaise with the Assistant Director, Lifelong Learning Marketing
for any marketing needs, including market research, the development
of promotional materials and updating the website.
- Supervise and delegate tasks to student assistants, as
needed.
- Represent the College at promotional events
- Liaise between the short-term summer program manager and
various College staff and faculty for precollege programs
- Help with new program development
- Occasional travel for related conferences, festivals or other
events
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- A minimum of 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in program
administration, event management, or a similar role.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with attention
to detail and deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to collaborate
effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education or community-based learning
environments.
- Proficiency with content management systems, social media
platforms, and event-planning software.
- An active driver's license and your own vehicle, to travel to
local community events
Posting Number: S00466P
Open Date:
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Salary: $70K - $80K
Special Instructions to Applicants
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