Assistant Director of Instructional Innovation and Strategic Programs

Posting Summary

Working Title

Assistant Director of Instructional Innovation and Strategic Programs

Role Title

Prog Admin Manager II

Role Code

19215-FP

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Band

05

Position Number

Agency

Northern VA Community College

Division

NV280-Exec VP Academic & Student Svs

Work Location

Fairfax County - 059

Hiring Range

Commensurate With Experience (Up to $105,000/yr)

Emergency/Essential Personnel

No

EEO Category

B-Professional

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

Work schedule is Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evenings and weekends.

Sensitive Position

No

Job Description

General Description: The Assistant Director of Instructional Innovation and Strategic Programs provides high-level support to the Associate Vice President of eLearning and the Director of Instructional Design and Development. Reporting directly to the AVP of eLearning, this role is responsible for turning NOVA Online's strategic goals into action through the planning, coordination, and evaluation of course development projects, instructional quality initiatives, and innovation pilots. It bridges day-to-day operations with long-term planning to ensure that online learning experiences are scalable, accessible, and fully compliant with institutional and regulatory standards.

Key Duties and 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

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

KSAs:

• 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

Minimum Work Experience:

• 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

Additional Considerations

Additional Considerations:

• Experience leading cross-functional teams or institutional initiatives in higher education or online education setting
• Experience building and scaling processes or systems that support online learning
• Experience analyzing educational data (student success, engagement, retention) and translate it into actionable insights
• Experience navigating state or system-wide academic policies (e.g., within VCCS or similar higher education systems)

Operation of a State Vehicle

No

Supervises Employees

Yes

Required Travel

n/a

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

CLS_4131P

Recruitment Type

General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

11/04/2025

Job Close Date

11/25/2025

Open Until Filled

Agency Website

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link:

Additional Information

Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA's commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit our website.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.

We strive to ensure our employees have the tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA's mission.

For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA's Annual Security Reports.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.