Academic Programs & Curriculum Strategy Lead

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks an Associate Director for Academic & Curriculum Management to lead curriculum policy, advising operations, and SSAC coordination. You will supervise Academic Advisors, coordinate course scheduling with colleagues, and provide critical reporting to faculty and staff.

Ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, experience in advising, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of degree requirements across university and college levels.
• Experience in academic advising and student support.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and lead teams effectively.
• Strong project management and prioritization capabilities.
• Comfort working with diverse students, faculty and staff.
• Attention to detail and deadline-driven delivery.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with results.

Responsibilities

• Stay informed about curriculum policies and disseminate information.
• Answer inquiries from faculty, staff, and students; attend related meetings.
• Provide reports and assist with SSAC and advising assessments.
• Collaborate with curriculum offices and registrar on scheduling.
• Lead course scheduling coordination with college personnel.
• Update advising materials and curriculum worksheets.
• Maintain knowledge of FACS majors and system requirements.
• Serve as liaison to academic departments and share updates.
• Help facilitate degree completion pathways with departments.
• Lead updates for student status and reinstatement where needed.
• Coordinate SSAC participation in Connect & Complete initiatives.
• Manage communications to students in Connect & Complete.
• Participate in college and campus-wide meetings on Connect & Complete.

Skills

Knowledge of degree requirements

Academic advising experience

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Team supervision

Project prioritization

Interpersonal with diverse backgrounds

Attention to detail

Autonomy and collaboration

Relationship building

Creative problem solving

Analytical abilities

Office software proficiency (Word, etc

Familiar with databases (Argos, Banner

Familiar with College of Family and Cn

Tools

Argos

Banner

DegreeWorks

Job description

University of Georgia seeks an Associate Director for Academic & Curriculum Management to lead curriculum policy, advising operations, and SSAC coordination. You will supervise Academic Advisors, coordinate course scheduling with colleagues, and provide critical reporting to faculty and staff.

Ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, experience in advising, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating with diverse teams.