AI for Project Management Program Lead

About the Job

The AI for Project Management Program Lead is a temporary, part-time, non-tenured position for our Professional Development and Lifelong Learning Programs. The Program Lead is responsible for aligning the program with the skill needs in the program's industry or occupation. This will include participating in interviews with other industry experts, recommending program-level curriculum (i.e. program name, program description, program outcomes, outcomes for the courses that comprise the program), participating in course developer and instructor search committees, advising course developers and instructors, and recommending program and course revisions.

The AI for Project Management certificate will be a non-credit certificate program. It will consist of 2-4 courses. Each course will be 4-8 weeks in length and include 4-5 hours of asynchronous learning per week and a 60-90 Zoom session each week. In general, information will be delivered using asynchronous media (e.g. recorded video) and synchronous sessions will be used for interactive conversation and activities that invite learners to engage and apply information.

Learners will be assessed using authentic assessments that simulate real-world application of skills.

• Design and revise program curriculum (70%)
• Create and update program description.
• Create and update clear, succinct, and measurable program outcomes.
• Create and update a list of required and/or elective courses in the program.
• Write course descriptions and outcomes so the courses are aligned with the program outcomes.
• Annually review and revise the program-level curriculum, including program description, program outcomes, the list of required and/or elective courses in the program, course names, course descriptions, and course outcomes.
• Annually review each course in the program and collaborate with instructors to make changes based on learner feedback, instructor feedback, and industry changes.
• Follow the requirements laid out in the course development handbook.
• Assist with developing solutions for workforce development clients.
• Collaborate with course SMEs and instructors to programmatically align courses.
• Participate in course SME and instructor searches as appropriate.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Four years of work experience related to the subject matter.
• A demonstrated commitment, knowledge, and skills to promote and enhance a climate that is supportive of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Deep knowledge of the use of AI for project management.
• Ability to explain concepts in ways that help others learn.
• Ability to provide feedback that both encourages and helps learners develop knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Master's degree and at least six or more years of work experience related to the subject matter.
• Knowledge of curriculum design and adult learning principles.
• Ability to evaluate assessments (e.g. course projects) to determine if they demonstrate achievement of course learning outcomes.
• Experience teaching adult learners in both live and asynchronous contexts.
• Experience developing and/or teaching topics related to the use of AI for project management.
• Experience developing or revising adult education programs (credit or noncredit).

• Design phase (4 months, 0.08 FTE): $2,050.
• Annual appointment, if approved: $4,200 per year (0.05 FTE).
• Additional pay for course development and instruction: $4,000 for 20-hour (2 CEU) courses; $5,400 for 30-hour (3 CEU) courses.
• Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.