DIR, Educ/Training Prgms

🇺🇸 Gainesville, FL 🕑 Full-Time 💰 TBD 💻 Other 🗓️ March 17th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Florida is hiring a Director of Professional and Workforce Development to lead strategic initiatives within its Office of Professional and Workforce Development. The role involves overseeing the strategy, operations, and growth of the TREEO Center, conferences, and professional development programs, while managing personnel, facilities, fiscal resources, business development, partnerships, and marketing efforts aligned with workforce and industry needs.

Highlights

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Professional and Workforce Development (OPWD).
Manage the TREEO Center, conferences, and a portfolio of online and customized professional development programs.
Direct program operations, personnel management, facilities, and fiscal resources.
Lead business development, marketing, partnerships, and new program initiatives.
Collaborate with university leadership and external stakeholders to identify workforce needs and opportunities.
Develop and implement operational policies, budgets, and compliance with university and government regulations.
Oversee facility and technology management to maximize usage and ensure compliance with policies.
Required qualifications include a master’s degree with six years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree with eight years of experience.
Preferred qualifications include experience in non-credit continuing education, conference planning, supervisory roles, professional development, educational leadership, and marketing and sales.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.