Director, Operations Portfolio and Planning

Job Description: • Create and lead a centralized portfolio management and planning capability within Operations. • Develop and maintain a single, integrated view of all operational initiatives. • Ensure alignment, prioritization, and sequencing across teams and release cycles. • Provide a single point of engagement and a unified “One Ops” view for roadmap integration. • Establish clear pathways for automation and technology solution requests through a single, visible intake point. • Drive the operational rhythm of the business by coordinating planning activities and creating transparency into priorities. Requirements: • 7+ years of experience in operations planning, portfolio management, or product/program management within a complex, matrixed organization. • Strong understanding of product development and technology delivery lifecycles, with the ability to translate operational needs into clear, actionable work for technical teams. • Demonstrated success partnering with Product, Program, and Technology leaders to align goals, identify dependencies, and deliver complete, scalable solutions. • Highly comfortable operating in ambiguity: you can start from a blank slate, make sense of scattered inputs, and shape structure where none exists. • Exceptional organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to move multiple projects forward independently and collaboratively. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using data to inform prioritization, assess impact, and measure delivery outcomes. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including facilitating planning sessions, leading reviews, and presenting to senior leadership. • Proven ability to influence and build relationships across diverse teams, bringing structure without adding bureaucracy. • Ability to travel 6-8 times a year to College Board offices or on behalf of College Board business. Benefits: • Annual bonuses and opportunities for merit-based raises and promotions • A mission-driven workplace where your impact matters • A team that invests in your development and success Apply Now Apply Now