Director of Academic Affairs and Innovation (San Diego)

California Miramar University (CalMU) is a dynamic institution dedicated to providing innovative and high-quality education. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic environment that empowers students to excel. CalMU is expanding its academic offerings and digital transformation initiatives, with a strong emphasis on quality, compliance, and student success.

Position Summary

The Director of Academic Affairs and Innovation will serve as a hands-on academic leader who drives academic excellence, program innovation, and faculty development across all CalMU locations. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role will personally lead academic improvement initiatives, develop and launch new programs, and enhance student and faculty performance through data-driven decision-making and innovative teaching approaches.

This is a role for a builder and doer someone who can diagnose academic gaps, design solutions, and personally execute key initiatives to elevate the academic experience.

Job Responsibilities :

• Evaluate, redesign, and improve curriculum across existing programs to align with workforce and accreditation standards.
• Develop and manage the creation of new academic programs.
• Personally lead the design and rollout of academic systems, policies, and faculty evaluation frameworks.
• Develop and execute faculty hiring, onboarding, and review processes, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability.
• Drive innovation in academic technology, incorporating AI and digital tools to enhance learning outcomes.
• Measure and improve student engagement, academic performance, and retention.
• Collaborate closely with the Dean and Registrar to ensure operational alignment and compliance.
• Prepare the university for ongoing accreditation and reaccreditation processes.
• Partner with senior leadership on data-driven strategies that link academic quality to institutional growth.

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Salary Range : $110,000 $140,000 annually

Benefits : Health, Dental, Vision Insurance; Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days, Paid Time Off.