Catalog and Curriculum Specialist

George Mason University; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

George Mason University in Fairfax, VA is seeking a Catalog and Curriculum Specialist to maintain course and program inventories and participate in the annual publication of the University Catalog.

The role leverages extensive knowledge of curricular policies, CourseLeaf CIM/CAT, and the Banner system to support partners and ensure accurate publication. This is a full-time, hybrid position requiring attention to detail and independent work.

Qualifications

• Experience with customer service in a busy environment.
• Ability to interpret policies and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Experience handling multiple priorities and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with academic catalogs or curriculum processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the curriculum approval process and processes inventory requests.
• Runs data quality reports and performs data cleanup.
• Assists with academic coding in Banner as assigned.
• Communicates issues to academic units and the Assistant Registrar as needed.
• Collaborates with the Degree Audit team on curricular updates.
• Supports catalog review and publication timelines and related tasks.
• Develops curriculum training materials and documentation.
• Provides end-user training on proposals, formatting, and reporting resources.
• Maintains test plans and documents testing outcomes.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Data interpretation

Editing/proofreading

Policy interpretation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Tools

CourseLeaf CIM

CourseLeaf CAT

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department: Division of Enrollment Management

Classification: Education Support Spec 2

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Pay Band: 03

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Division for Enrollment Management, as part of the Office ofthe Provost at George Mason University, supports studentrecruitment, retention, and success. We develop and implementstrategic enrollment management plans, create and facilitateprocesses, and inform policies that guide students through theiracademic journey from recruitment to post-matriculation. Driven bya commitment to transparent, data-informed decision-making, theDivision advances institutional enrollment goals throughcollaboration, innovation, and a student-centered approach.

About the Position:

The Catalog and Curriculum Specialist is responsible for course andprogram inventory maintenance and participation in the annualpublication process of the University Catalog. The position isexpected to leverage extensive breadth and depth of knowledge ofGeorge Mason University curricular policies and procedures tomanage the curriculum approval process and provide outstandingcustomer service to our university partners.

Responsibilities:

• Monitors the curriculum approval process in CourseLeaf andprocesses course and program inventory requests;
• Runs regular curriculum-related data quality reports andindependently conducts data clean-up efforts as needed;
• Assists with academic coding in Banner as assigned by thesupervisor;
• Communicates potential issues related to the course and programproposals to academic units and the Assistant Registrar asneeded;
• Engages in cross-functional collaboration with the Degree Auditteam to provide support with the curricular update process;
• Performs these curriculum responsibilities in a timely manner,communicates with constituents clearly and professionally, andoperates independently;
• Participates in the annual catalog review and publicationprocess by adhering to established deadlines for page review andassisting the Assistant Registrar with publication andpost-publication steps as assigned;
• Leverages knowledge of complex policies, requirements, pagestructure, and standard formatting for the publication to assistpartners with questions and concerns regarding the publicationtimeline, process, and/or specific edits;
• Develops and maintains curriculum training materials andprocess documentation, including, but not limited to,document-based manuals, presentations, training videos, and webpage content;
• Conducts end user training on submitting proposals, formattingstandards, and reporting resources;
• Provides ongoing support to end users;
• Conducts testing for CourseLeaf updates and software patches;and
• Maintains test plans and completes testing with appropriatedocumentation.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience providing customer service;
• Experience handling multiple priorities in a busyworkplace;
• Experience with various electronic applications;
• Experience with the application of rules and regulations;
• Strong customer service skills, attention to detail,communication, organization, analytical, and editing/proofreadingskills;
• Demonstrated critical thinking to solve complex problems;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret policies, identify andresolve discrepancies, manage competing deadlines, and analyzereports; and
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and soundjudgement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in related field;
• Registrar’s office experience;
• Experience as a copy editor;
• Experience with a curriculum management system and academiccatalog production tool, particularly CourseLeaf CIM and CAT;
• Experience with Banner or comparable student informationsystem;
• Microsoft Office proficiency; and
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, catalog, degree audit orcomparable higher education processes.

Posting Open Date:

August 28, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by:

September 14, 2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 researchuniversity committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperousworld. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largestand most diverse public research university in Virginia, offeringdegree programs at the master's, doctoral, and professional level,along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment forstudents, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. Webelieve in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancingour mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; andwe believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity oforigin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in itscommunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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