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Position Title: Human Services Program Director
Reports To: Dean of Academic Affairs
FLSA Status: Exempt
Annual Contract: Full-time, one-year duration (grant-funded)
Rate of Pay: Dependent on qualifications
Posting Date: 10/30/2026
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
General Position Summary:
LCOOU seeks an experienced academic leader to direct its Human Services program through a period of significant growth. The Program Director will lead a redesign of the Bachelor's and Master's in Human Services degree program, the program's accreditation self-study, and the management of licensure applications, including the program's candidacy application to the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). This role is central to building a program that prepares Anishinaabe and other students to serve tribal and rural communities.
This is a one-year, grant-funded position. Continued employment beyond the grant period depends on the availability of funding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the redesign of the Human Services curriculum, aligning courses, learning outcomes, and assessment with accreditation standards and community needs
- Direct the accreditation self-study, including gathering evidence, writing narrative sections, and coordinating site visits
- Manage the CSWE candidacy application and related licensure applications, meeting all deadlines and reporting requirem
- Work closely with the Program Coordinator/Staff Assistant, faculty, advisors, and field placement partners
- Build and maintain partnerships with tribal, county, and state human services agencies for field education and career pathways
- Integrate Ojibwe culture, values, and community perspectives into program design
- Manage the program's grant budget, track outcomes, and prepare reports for the funder and university leadership
- Teach courses in the program as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
- Minimum three years of post-master's experience in social work or human services practice
- Experience in higher education administration, program development, or curriculum design
- Working knowledge of accreditation processes, including CSWE Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards
- Strong writing, organizational, and project management skills
- Wisconsin social work licensure or eligibility for licensure
Preferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate in social work or a related field
- Experience leading an accreditation self-study or CSWE candidacy process
- Experience working with tribal communities, tribal colleges, or Indigenous-serving programs
Work Environment:
- Office, classroom, and campus facilities environment
- May require travel to Outreach Sites and external meetings
Reportability:
- Reports to Dean of Academic Affairs
Application Process:
Please submit either hard or electronic copy of a cover letter, an updated resume, unofficial transcripts, and a completed LCO Ojibwe University job application (available online at www.lco.edu/hr) to the address directly below. All materials should be submitted in a single packet. Only applications containing all the items noted above, fully completed, will be considered.
Hand-delivered application packages will be accepted at the University until 4:30 pm on the deadline date; mailed applications must be received by the deadline date, and emailed application packages must be received by 11:59 pm on the deadline date.
Human Resources
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University
13466 W Trepania Road
Hayward, WI 54843
Phone: 715-634-4790
Fax: 715-634-5049
Email – hr@lco.edu
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University encourages applications from all peoples and sources; however, we follow an Indian preference policy when hiring.
“The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University mission is to provide Anishinaabe communities with post-secondary and continuing education while advancing the language, culture, and history of the Ojibwe.”
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hayward, WI 54843 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in program director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred in a relevant field
- Five or more years of program management or leadership experience
- Proven ability to manage budgets and track program performance metrics
- Experience developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders or funders
- Strong written communication skills for reports, proposals, and presentations
- Familiarity with project management tools and data tracking systems
Tips for Your Program Director Job Search
Quantify program scale on your resume
Hiring managers for program director roles want to see budget size, team headcount, and the number of concurrent workstreams you've managed. Replace vague phrases like 'led multiple programs' with concrete figures that reflect operational complexity and accountability.
Tailor your resume to the funding model
A government-contracted program director role values compliance and reporting experience, while a nonprofit role often weights grant management and donor accountability. Read each job description for the funding context and reorder your bullet points to match it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists program director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated results.
Target postings by program type not just title
Search for specific program types you've run, such as workforce development, clinical trials, or afterschool education. Many strong-fit postings use alternate titles like program manager or director of programs, so searching by program type uncovers openings a title-only search misses.
Prepare a portfolio of program outcomes
Interviewers at this level routinely ask for evidence of past program success. Bring a one-page summary of two or three programs you directed, showing the problem, your approach, and the measurable result. It shifts the conversation from hypotheticals to demonstrated leadership.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Before finalizing compensation, clarify reporting lines, decision-making authority, and budget control. Program director roles vary widely in actual autonomy, and a title with narrow scope limits your ability to deliver results and grow. Getting clarity upfront protects your leverage at the offer stage.
Program Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most program directors?
The companies hiring the most program directors right now include Sevita, YMCA, and Healogics, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is concentrated in healthcare systems, large nonprofits, and government contractors.
How many program director jobs are remote?
About 45% of program director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote options most common in grant-funded nonprofit roles, public health programs, and technology-adjacent operations. Roles requiring direct service delivery, clinical oversight, or community presence are more likely to require in-person or on-site work.
How do you become a program director?
Most program directors start in coordinator or manager roles and build experience running discrete projects before moving into full program ownership. A bachelor's degree is typically the minimum, and many employers in healthcare, education, and government prefer a master's. Developing skills in budget management, stakeholder reporting, and cross-functional team leadership accelerates the path to director-level responsibility.
Can you get hired as a program director without direct experience?
It's possible if you can demonstrate program-scale responsibility under a different title. Hiring managers focus on whether you've owned outcomes, managed resources, and led teams, not on whether your previous role used the word 'director.' Strong candidates without the title often come from senior project management, department operations, or grant coordination roles where the scope of work matches what a program director does.
What does the program director interview process look like?
Most program director interviews include a phone screen with HR, a structured competency interview with a hiring manager or panel, and at least one round focused on a past program you led from launch to evaluation. Some employers add a written exercise or presentation on how you'd approach a current organizational challenge. Government and nonprofit roles may involve a formal scoring committee.
Where can I find and apply to program director jobs?
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