Academic Programs Specialist I: Coordinated Excellence

Socket.dev; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement options

Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO) and

10+ paid holidays, paid family, sick &

Professional development opportunities

Tuition assistance

PSLF eligible employer

Job summary

The University of Florida College of Medicine is seeking an Academic Program Specialist I to coordinate and manage courses, implement program policies, and provide high‑level academic support. You will supervise an Academic Assistant III and assist with curriculum processes, documentation standards, and policy implementation across programs.

The role collaborates with faculty, students, and partners, supports course operations, conducts evaluations, and helps ensure compliance with FERPA, HIPAA,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience.
• Preferred master's degree in education or health sciences.
• Experience in higher education administration is a plus.
• Proficiency with academic systems such as Canvas/PeopleSoft/Workday.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules, activities, assessments, and course materials.
• Liaise with faculty, students, and stakeholders to facilitate course implementation.
• Develop and maintain program processes, policies, and communication procedures.
• Monitor activities for alignment with policies and objectives.
• Coordinate course and program evaluation activities.
• Provide high‑level support to course directors, faculty, and leadership.
• Track completion of course activities and finalize grades.
• Maintain records in compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and institutional guidelines.
• Supervise and train an Academic Assistant III.
• Instruct other Academic Assistant IIIs.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Canvas

PeopleSoft

Workday

Job description

The University of Florida College of Medicine is seeking an Academic Program Specialist I to coordinate and manage courses, implement program policies, and provide high‑level academic support. You will supervise an Academic Assistant III and assist with curriculum processes, documentation standards, and policy implementation across programs.

The role collaborates with faculty, students, and partners, supports course operations, conducts evaluations, and helps ensure compliance with FERPA, HIPAA,