Academic Director, Business and Leadership & Organizational Studies - Bay Path University

Location: Longmeadow, MA Category: Administrative / Staff Posted On: Wed Sep 10 2025 Job Description:

Supervisor: Dean, School of Management & Technology

Position Code: (HR to complete)

IPED Classification: (HR to complete)

CUPA Code: (HR to complete)

Status: Full time, 12-month

Hours: Mon-Fri with some evenings and weekends

Job Location: Remote

Exempt (Yes/No): Yes

JOB SUMMARY:

The Academic Director position for the Undergraduate Online Business and Leadership & Organizational Studies programs within Bay Path Online reports to the Dean of the School of Management and Technology and supervises all accelerated programs offered to undergraduate Bay Path Online learners in the business and leadership disciplines. This role has administrative and leadership responsibility in a fast-paced educational environment and requires dedication to collaboration. The Academic Director works closely with other staff and is responsible for program development, curriculum, delivery, assessment of student learning, faculty selection, management and development under his/her discipline(s) oversight. Additionally, the Academic Director teaches a minimum of two, 3-credit courses each fiscal year.

The Academic Director should possess the desire to work in such an innovative, technology-enhanced, and data-driven environment and be able to collaborate across divisions and in partnership with academic technologists, instructional designers, advisors and student service teams, as well as marketing and admissions teams. This academic leader must be committed to exploring new methods that advance learning and willing to assess and reassess for constant improvement. The Academic Director possesses the ability to understand his/her field with an eye towards new program development, and familiarity with online teaching pedagogy and technology. The Academic Director will understand and use data driven decision making in his/her analysis of the discipline, in determining faculty performance, and in gauging student learning outcomes.

This is a highly collaborative role that requires a commitment to innovative teaching and data-driven decision-making. The director is responsible for all aspects of the programs, including curriculum, faculty, and student success.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Academic Program Oversight

Continuous oversight of the online undergraduate business and leadership & Organizational Studies degree programs.
Plan and manage all course schedules and offerings for the six (6) academic sessions per academic year
Lead program development, curriculum design, and yearly program assessment of student learning outcomes
Collaborate with instructional designers and other staff to ensure program quality and compliance.
Participate in the development, refinement, and enforcement of relevant academic policies and procedures
Manage and respond to all discipline specific accreditation requirements.
Promote programs by collaborating with admissions and marketing.
Stay abreast of teaching/learning innovations and recommend changes for continuous improvement.

Faculty Development and Oversight

Recruit, hire, onboard, and supervise adjunct faculty for all course sections within the discipline(s) for each academic session
Conduct regular faculty and course assessments to ensure teaching excellence by reviewing course evaluations and other course metrics
Provide ongoing mentoring, training, and professional development opportunities for adjunct faculty.

Curricular Resource Management

Lead the development and revision of courses and collaborate with academic technology and instructional design staff on design and compliance.
Identify and cultivate resources for teaching/learning, such as OER and accessible learning-related content to help students achieve learning outcomes.
Responsible for hiring Subject Matter Experts to work on course design and redesign and managing the progress of course development projects.

Partnership Building

Provide University leadership and oversight for 3rd party educational partnerships aligned with the School of Management & Technology.
Scan the academic landscape to develop ideas for partnering with academic and other organizations to drive enrollment.

Student Support

Provide students with clear pathways to success within respective discipline(s) that adequately prepare students for careers or graduate school.
Directly engage with students enrolled in discipline(s) by a variety of methods such as hosting office hours, webinars, open houses, etc.
Troubleshoots student complaints, appeals and disputes according to institutional policies and procedures.
Analyze student support needs and implement strategies to improve student satisfaction and learning outcomes.

Additional Duties

Teach a minimum of two 3-credit courses per year.
Maintain an active presence on campus, attending university events such as Commencement and other key meetings.
Some travel to campus may be required.
Attend trainings as required.
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned by the University.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

If you operate a University owned, leased or personal vehicle at any time while performing your duties you must follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Operations Manual. You must have a valid driver's license and must successfully pass the online safe Driving Course and driving record check at time of hire and annually thereafter. Additionally, you must report any driving offense, on or off company time, which causes a loss, suspension, or any other change in your license status. You must report this change within one business day of the offense. You can report this change to the Human Resource Department or your direct supervisor. Failure to do so can lead to disciplinary action, up to and including terminations.

This list of essential job functions and other responsibilities is representative of those duties and responsibilities that are required of this position. However, the list is not to be considered as all-inclusive. A supervisor or director may assign other duties and/or other duties at alternate locations to meet mission requirements of the University and cooperation of all personnel is expected to carry out the mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adjunct Faculty/Course Instructors
Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)

HYBRID/REMOTE EMPLOYEES: (for employees working remotely only)

As with all positions that involve working hybrid/remotely, the University has certain requirements of the employee. It is expected that you will be operating from your primary residence. The University is not responsible for supplying or reimbursing you for the purchase or maintenance of any equipment or supplies needed to complete your work. You will be responsible for all ongoing operating costs including but not limited to telephone service fees, Internet fees, utility costs, homeowner's or renter's insurance and furniture or equipment purchase or rental fees. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing employee owned telecommuting equipment at personal expense and on personal time. The University will supply any necessary software licenses related to this position. Your technology equipment must support Google Applications and allow you to access email and other documents related to your duties and responsibilities as assigned by Bay Path University without interruption.

As an employee working remotely, you are responsible for setting aside a space in your home for work and ensuring that it is ergonomically sound, clean, safe, and free of obstructions and hazardous materials. You must ensure that your home complies with all building codes, and health and safety requirements, and that it is free of hazardous materials.

The University reserves the right to change your remote status upon a minimum of a 30-day written notice.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES REMOTE EMPLOYEES:

The employee is responsible for maintaining and repairing employee owned telecommuting equipment at personal expense and on personal time.
The employee is responsible for utility costs associated with the use of the computer or occupation of the home.
Employees who work remotely/telecommuting are responsible for setting aside a space in their home for work and ensuring that it is ergonomically sound, clean, safe, and free of obstructions and hazardous materials. They must ensure that their homes comply with all building codes, and health and safety requirements, and that they are free of hazardous materials. The University may verify that the home office meets these requirements. The employee is required to notify the Human Resources Office of a change of residence in advance of the change.
If an employee who is working remotely/telecommuter incurs a work-related injury while telecommuting, worker's compensation law and rules apply. Employees must notify their supervisors and Human Resources immediately and complete all required documents regarding the injury.

Job Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree is required; a doctorate or terminal degree preferred in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Organizational Leadership, Management).
• Proven experience in curriculum development, online teaching, and program management.
• Must have familiarity with online teaching pedagogy and technology.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage faculty and collaborate across departments.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, with a commitment to using data for continuous improvement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the University community including students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines.
• All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment.
• General knowledge of the University's mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals.

Additional Information:

Bay Path University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.