Lead Academic Program Manager (Department Chair), Cloud & Network Engineering

WGU seeks a Lead Academic Program Manager (Department Chair), Cloud & Network Engineering based in Salt Lake City, Utah to oversee academic leadership in a full-time capacity. This role offers the chance to shape program excellence for candidates searching Lead Academic Program Manager (Department Chair), Cloud & Network Engineering jobs in Salt Lake City, Utah or WGU careers near me.

About This Position

The Lead Academic Program Manager (Department Chair), Cloud & Network Engineering at WGU in Salt Lake City, Utah guides the strategic direction of specialized academic offerings. You will serve as the primary leader for curriculum integrity, faculty coordination, and program outcomes while aligning daily work with institutional standards. This full-time opportunity centers on advancing student success through rigorous academic oversight in cloud computing and network systems topics.

Responsibilities

• Direct the design, continuous improvement, and evaluation of cloudy network engineering curricula to maintain relevance and quality standards.
• Supervise faculty members by assigning instructional loads, conducting performance reviews, and fostering professional growth opportunities.
• Coordinate accreditation processes, assessment cycles, and compliance reporting for the assigned academic programs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on student progression initiatives, resource planning, and technology updates that strengthen learning pathways.
• Represent the department in internal planning meetings and external partnerships related to industry alignment for cloud and network engineering education.
• Monitor enrollment trends and outcome data to refine program strategies that support both faculty effectiveness and graduate readiness.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience leading academic programs or serving in a department chair capacity, ideally within technology-related disciplines such as cloud infrastructure or network engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of instructional design principles, competency-based education models, and faculty development practices.
• Strong skills in data-informed decision making, project management, and stakeholder communication.
• Demonstrated ability to uphold academic quality, guide curriculum updates, and navigate accreditation frameworks.
• Master’s degree or higher in a related technical or educational field, along with a track record of collaborative leadership.
• Willingness to work on site in Salt Lake City, Utah as a full-time Lead Academic Program Manager (Department Chair), Cloud & Network Engineering.

Why Join WGU

WGU is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment. Team members contribute to purposeful academic work that prioritizes learner achievement while benefiting from collaborative colleagues focused on continuous improvement.

Next Steps

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