About this role
Job title: CDE Program Manager
About the Role
Reporting to the Director for Continuing Dental Education, this role leads development and management of new CDE programs, updates current offerings, oversees program outreach and scheduling, and coordinates division activities. The University of the Pacific is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in policy and decision-making, and this role will collaborate across stakeholders to align with institutional priorities and market demand. The position requires strategic thinking, program development, and the ability to leverage educational technology.
What You'll Do
- Research and recruit guest speakers and program instructors, and scout speakers at national and regional dental conferences.
- Manage faculty and guest speakers and assist in the development of course objectives, curriculum, and instructional delivery.
- Design, plan, implement, and execute continuing education courses, certificate programs and workshops aligned with institutional priorities and market demand.
- Integrate and leverage educational technology tools to innovate and update course design, support program planning, and improve the learner experience.
- Represent and promote CDE programs at national and regional dental conferences and professional meetings to increase visibility and engagement.
- Analyze and assess the educational needs of target audiences by reviewing industry trends and participant feedback; make strategic recommendations for new or revised CDE programs.
- Monitor and evaluate instructors’ presentations, collect and analyze participant feedback and enrollment data to assess program effectiveness and identify improvements.
- Assist the CDE Director with development, implementation, execution, and assessment of CDE programs.
- Assist with approving and monitoring course preparations and logistics before, during, and after assigned CDE programs.
- Identify, manage, delegate, and communicate program logistics such as scheduling, classroom/facility use, technology support and course materials to the CDE’s Program Coordinator.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, professional associations, sponsors and external partners to support program goals.
- Ensure programs comply with institutional policies, professional licensing requirements and accreditation standards.
- Monitor program budget expenses and revenue for assigned CDE programs and ensure programs meet financial targets.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Continuing Dental Education.