Mgr., Design & Development

The Design & Development Manager leads a cross-functional team in the creation and enhancement of Capella University’s course offerings and courseroom experiences. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the team delivers high-quality, engaging, and innovative educational content. The Manager collaborates closely with academic and business stakeholders, including Directors, Concept to Launch partners, and the Assistant Provost of Learning Strategy, & Innovation, to align course development with the strategic goals of the institution. This position requires a strong commitment to continuous improvement, fostering a culture of creativity, diversity, equity, and inclusivity within the team. As a key leader, the Manager is responsible for setting and maintaining high standards of quality and consistency in all course development activities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct a diverse team of instructional architects, designers, editors, and learning technologists, ensuring alignment with the department’s vision and goals.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for school leadership, partnering with academic and business leaders to align course offerings with institutional goals.
• Oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of program curricula, courses, and content, ensuring they meet high-quality standards and are contextually rich and engaging.
• Identify and implement opportunities for innovation and process improvements, including the use of new technologies and automation to streamline workflows.
• Coordinate professional development strategies for the team, fostering an environment that promotes learning and growth.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in e-learning and educational technology, integrating these insights into course development processes.

Job Skills:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a diverse team.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of engaging effectively with stakeholders across various levels.
• Demonstrated ability in instructional design principles and educational technology.
• Strong project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Work Experience:

• 5-7 years of experience in product development, higher education, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree in Business, Education, Instructional Technology, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• All degrees must be conferred from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
• Travel via plane, car, and metro is required to perform this job.
• Must be able to work 40-45 hours per week or more when business needs warrant.
• Access information using a computer.
• Effectively communicate, both up and down the leadership chain.
• Effectively cope with stressful situations.
• Strong mental acuity.

Other:

• Must be able to travel 25% of time.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Typical office setting.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package.  The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$82,800.00 – $124,200.00 – Salary

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.

About Organization

Capella University is an accredited online university* that offers online degree programs designed to help working adults advance in their careers.