Participates in advanced program budgeting and accounting processes to support a self supporting/sustaining financial infrastructure of the program; Oversees budget and financial planning for Public Programs; Ensures financial viability of programs in a fully self-supporting environment; Determines resource allocation across departments and recommends adjustments based on performance, enrollment, and strategic priorities; Collaborates with Extension's Chief Operating Officer and Budget & Financial Services on financial risk assessment and contract feasibility. Assesses program effectiveness, and recommends changes to program content, policies, and procedures accordingly; Leads short and long-term academic planning across departments, including program development, renewal, and restructuring; Ensures academic quality through systematic program review, curriculum updates, and alignment with institutional strategy; Collaborates with faculty, Academic Directors, and subject-matter experts to design new courses, certificates, and formats of instruction; Integrates best practices in assessment, student feedback, and academic effectiveness.