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University of the Pacific

Programming Manager

🇺🇸 San Francisco, CA

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $75K - $99K

💻 Project Management

🗓️ December 16th, 2025

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of the Pacific is hiring a Programming Manager. This role reports to the Director for Continuing Dental Education and is responsible for developing new CDE programs, updating existing offerings, managing program outreach, and overseeing scheduling and logistics to ensure program success.

Highlights
  • Develop, plan, and manage continuing dental education programs, workshops, and certificate offerings.
  • Recruit and manage guest speakers and faculty, assist with curriculum development and instructional delivery.
  • Leverage educational technology platforms such as Canvas, SoftChalk, and Nearpod to enhance course design and delivery.
  • Represent CDE programs at regional and national dental conferences to increase visibility and engagement.
  • Analyze industry trends, participant feedback, and professional requirements to make strategic recommendations for program improvements.
  • Manage program logistics including scheduling, facility use, technology support, and materials coordination.
  • Monitor program budgets to ensure financial targets are met.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and registration/customer management systems required.
  • Minimum five years experience in program development and management, preferably within higher education or health-related institutions.
  • Bachelor’s degree in education or related field is required; experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic settings preferred.

Programming Manager Full Description

Programming Manager
Posting Details
 Position Information 
Job Title  | Programming Manager
Union Level  |
Department  | Department of Dental Practice
Campus  | San Francisco
Posting Number  | 201304206P
Full or Part Time  | Full Time
Number of Months  | 12
Work Schedule  | Position is full-time, five (5) days a week, eight (8) hours per day. -Monday-Friday. 
Position End Date  |
Open Date  | 12/11/2025
Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants  | For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University
Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period.
External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship  | This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.
 
Position Summary Information 
Primary Purpose  | Reporting to the Director for Continuing Dental Education, responsible for the development of new CDE programs, updating current program offerings, program outreach and oversight, managing and scheduling the division’s programs.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Essential Functions 
1. Research and recruit guest speakers and program instructors, scout speakers at various national and regional dental conferences.

2. Manage faculty and guest speakers and assist in the development of course objectives, curriculum, and instructional delivery.

3. Design, plan, implement, and execute continuing education courses, certificate programs and workshops that align with institutional priorities and market demand.

4. Integrate and leverage educational technology tools to innovate and update course design,support program planning and improve the delivery and learner experience of the Continuing Education Program.

5. Represent and promote CDE programs at national and regional dental conferences and professional meetings, including CDA, Hinman, Chicago Mid-Winter and similar events to increase program visibility and engagement.

6. Analyze and assess the educational needs of target audiences by reviewing industry trends,participant feedback and emerging professional requirements; make strategic recommendations for new or revised CDE programs that align with audience needs and institutional goals.

7. Monitor and evaluate instructors’ presentations, collect and analyze participant feedback and enrollment data to evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations for improvements if needed.

8. Assist CDE Director with the development, implementation, execution and assessment of CDE Program.

9. Assist with approving and monitoring course preparations and logistics before, during, and after assigned CDE programs.

10. Identify, manage, delegate and communicate program logistics such as scheduling, classroom/facility use, technology support and course materials to CDE’s Program Coordinator.

11. Build and maintain organizational relationships with internal stakeholders, professional associations, sponsors and external partners to support program goals.

12. Ensure programs comply with institutional policies, professional licensing requirements and accreditation standards.

13. Monitors program budget expenses and revenue for assigned CDE programs and ensures programs meet financial targets.

14. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Continuing Dental Education.

Minimum Qualifications  | Knowledge of:
1. Educational technology platforms (e.g. Canvas, SoftChalk, Nearpod) with ability to effectively integrate these tools into course planning and delivery.
2. Strong working knowledge of registration and customer management systems.
3. Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
4. Principles of program and curriculum development and management.
5. Data analysis and performance monitoring.

Ability to:

1. Analyze and develop life-long learning programs.
2. Communicate effectively and professionally (written and oral communications).
3. Work independently, demonstrate sound judgment and attention to detail and work under tight deadlines.
4. Handle multiple projects; organize and prioritize assignments in order to meet deadlines.
5. Work effectively as part of a cross functional team.

Experience:
1. Minimum of five years experience in program development and management with emphasis in cultivating and developing successful business relationships.
2. Experience developing programs for adult learners.
3. Experience working closely with health professionals, business leaders, faculty, and adult learners
4. Experience working in a university or health-related institution desirable.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
Preferred Qualifications  | Experience:
1. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
2. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
3. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements  | The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Work performed is primarily general office/administrative with frequent use of computer keyboard and telephone.
2. Requires sitting majority of the working day; occasional standing, bending and walking.
3. Occasional lifting of up to 15 lbs should be anticipated.
Hiring Range  | $74,613.35 - $98,884.07 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement  | All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement  | University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1.  How did you first learn about this employment opportunity? 
    • University of the Pacific Website
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    • Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U)
    • Chronicle of HIgher Education
    • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
    • EDUCAUSE
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium - Northern California (NorCal HERC)
    • Modesto Bee
    • Pacific Employee
    • Personal Referral
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    • Publication or website from a professional organization
    • Sacramento Bee
    • San Francisco Chronicle
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    • Agency Referral
    • Other Online Job Board
  2.  Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Have you received notice that you are under review for possible exclusion from any federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? 
    • Yes
    • No
  3.  Pacific participates in federal healthcare programs. As such, a required part of the hiring process is to verify that potential employees have not been excluded from participating in federal programs for mandatory exclusions (including for fraud, controlled substances crimes, patient abuse or neglect, or other program-related crimes) or for other permissive exclusions by the Office of Inspector General. A "Yes" response would be considered disqualifying. Please answer the following question accordingly: Are you currently excluded from participation in federal programs (including Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal healthcare program)? 
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  2. Other Document
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