Program Manager, CSU Online

Job Description

The Program Manager, CSU Online, leads the planning, implementation, and growth of online and off‑campus credit degree and certificate programs within an assigned college portfolio. This role is responsible for generating revenue by strategically expanding, enhancing, and maintaining credit‑bearing programs delivered through CSU Online.

The Program Manager collaborates closely with faculty, administrators, and other stakeholders to develop high‑quality, sustainable, and targeted offerings for distance learners and to advocate for learner needs and quality offerings. Success in this role requires deep understanding of CSU Goals, partner college goals, academic standards, and learner needs.

As a key representative of the CSU Learning Innovation Team and CSU Online, this position fosters strong internal and external relationships and exercises sound judgment to advance institutional goals. The role also oversees complex projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities, as well as manages cross‑functional teams to meet quality, budget, and timeline objectives.

• Collaborate with CSU units to ideate and design programs that address specific challenges.
• Integrate data and stakeholder feedback to ensure offerings are relevant and measurable.
• Champion accessible design across all offerings.
• Serve as a liaison to departments and college portfolio contacts.
• Monitor performance and relevance of offerings over time.
• Contribute to institutional and unit‑level planning processes.

• Pre‑employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; CSU Online will not sponsor a visa for this position.

• Master’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in online/distance higher education innovation and management.

• Experience leading partnerships or initiatives across sectors (e.g., healthcare, technology, agriculture, energy, etc.).
• Knowledge of CSU Online, Professional Education, Extension, or similar public engagement platforms.
• Proven success influencing policy, investment, or programmatic direction in a strategic context.

$70,000–$80,000

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification.

Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.