University of Washington
CURRICULUM AND ACADEMIC OPERATIONS MANAGER
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.Although open until filled, priority date is 11/20.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.The University Honors Program, a unit of Undergraduate Academic Affairs, has an outstanding opportunity for a Curriculum and Academic Operations Manager to join our team.The University Honors Program stewards innovative academic experiences featuring experiential learning, an interdisciplinary curriculum, and structured reflection. The Honors staff supports these aims, serving approximately 1400 students each year in partnership with faculty, administrators, and other staff across campus and in the broader community.The University Honors Program Curriculum and Academic Operations Manager directs the Program’s Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum, manages program operations and processes, and provides administrative oversight of Departmental Honors offerings across the UW Seattle campus. They are responsible for outreach and partnering across all three University of Washington campuses in order to build the Honors Program curriculum.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAnnual Curriculum Planning & Implementation (25%)Direct the annual curriculum programming to create a yearly course lineup for the Interdisciplinary Honors program.Direct recruitment of a diverse and inclusive pool of faculty to contribute courses to the Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum.Provide guidance and support to prospective faculty at the course proposal stage.Evaluate and provide feedback on course proposals to create the academic year and summer/early fall course lineup.Manage the Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum budget.Maintain and manage regular communication with the Director, Financial Manager, and UAA HR Manager.Direct coordination with partner academic units offering Honors electives.Represent the Honors Program on UW-Seattle and tri-campus teaching and learning committees.Assess course enrollment and programming to continuously improve curriculum and programs.Program Operations (25%)Manage day-to-day operations of the office, including developing and implementing policies and procedures.Oversee front desk functions and student staff.Initiate and monitor spending and purchase requests.Maintain, document, and update standard operating procedures.Support annual freshmen and second-year admissions and scholarship application evaluation processes.Coordinate program committees and meetings.Process Management and Course Logistics (20%)Direct annual and quarterly processes and timelines to implement the annual course lineup.Use discretion and independent decision-making to solve faculty and course issues.Manage faculty inquiries and requests for information and resources.Human Resources and Administration Management (20%)Manage Interdisciplinary Honors faculty appointment and compensation processes.Manage the recruitment and hiring of undergraduate and academic student employees.Curriculum Process Coordination (10%)Direct Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum additions and changes in the university course catalog.Assess Interdisciplinary Honors course designations and content.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in any field.Two to three years experience working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSExperience developing programs centered around faculty involvement.Superior administrative and organizational skills.Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.Experience implementing project management tools.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduate degree from an accredited institution.Experience and/or familiarity with honors programs/colleges.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTWork is conducted in an office setting on campus with hybrid working options. The primary work hours are typically 8am – 5pm with some occasional evening and weekend hours.COVER LETTERIn your cover letter, please address your interest in this job and how your prior work experiences connect to the responsibilities of this position.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.
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Benefits: As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website.Although open until filled, priority date is 11/20.As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.The University Honors Program, a unit of Undergraduate Academic Affairs, has an outstanding opportunity for a Curriculum and Academic Operations Manager to join our team.The University Honors Program stewards innovative academic experiences featuring experiential learning, an interdisciplinary curriculum, and structured reflection. The Honors staff supports these aims, serving approximately 1400 students each year in partnership with faculty, administrators, and other staff across campus and in the broader community.The University Honors Program Curriculum and Academic Operations Manager directs the Program’s Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum, manages program operations and processes, and provides administrative oversight of Departmental Honors offerings across the UW Seattle campus. They are responsible for outreach and partnering across all three University of Washington campuses in order to build the Honors Program curriculum.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAnnual Curriculum Planning & Implementation (25%)Direct the annual curriculum programming to create a yearly course lineup for the Interdisciplinary Honors program.Direct recruitment of a diverse and inclusive pool of faculty to contribute courses to the Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum.Provide guidance and support to prospective faculty at the course proposal stage.Evaluate and provide feedback on course proposals to create the academic year and summer/early fall course lineup.Manage the Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum budget.Maintain and manage regular communication with the Director, Financial Manager, and UAA HR Manager.Direct coordination with partner academic units offering Honors electives.Represent the Honors Program on UW-Seattle and tri-campus teaching and learning committees.Assess course enrollment and programming to continuously improve curriculum and programs.Program Operations (25%)Manage day-to-day operations of the office, including developing and implementing policies and procedures.Oversee front desk functions and student staff.Initiate and monitor spending and purchase requests.Maintain, document, and update standard operating procedures.Support annual freshmen and second-year admissions and scholarship application evaluation processes.Coordinate program committees and meetings.Process Management and Course Logistics (20%)Direct annual and quarterly processes and timelines to implement the annual course lineup.Use discretion and independent decision-making to solve faculty and course issues.Manage faculty inquiries and requests for information and resources.Human Resources and Administration Management (20%)Manage Interdisciplinary Honors faculty appointment and compensation processes.Manage the recruitment and hiring of undergraduate and academic student employees.Curriculum Process Coordination (10%)Direct Interdisciplinary Honors curriculum additions and changes in the university course catalog.Assess Interdisciplinary Honors course designations and content.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in any field.Two to three years experience working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTSExperience developing programs centered around faculty involvement.Superior administrative and organizational skills.Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.Experience implementing project management tools.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONSGraduate degree from an accredited institution.Experience and/or familiarity with honors programs/colleges.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTWork is conducted in an office setting on campus with hybrid working options. The primary work hours are typically 8am – 5pm with some occasional evening and weekend hours.COVER LETTERIn your cover letter, please address your interest in this job and how your prior work experiences connect to the responsibilities of this position.Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity.
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