Curriculum and Academic Support Coordinator

University of Missouri - Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Missouri - Columbia School of Nursing seeks a Curriculum and Academic Support Coordinator to provide operational, administrative, and analytical support for academic programs and curriculum-related activities.

The role coordinates curriculum processes, scheduling, workload tracking, data reporting, accreditation, and compliance while collaborating with faculty, staff, and partners to ensure effective academic operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination with at least 3 years of experience
• Experience in higher education or student services is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with data collection, management, and report generation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to respond to supervision and demonstrate independence
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as a team

Responsibilities

• Coordinate curriculum review, processing, and implementation through established approval processes.
• Develop and monitor timelines for curriculum changes.
• Maintain accuracy of academic program, course, and catalog information.
• Support curriculum planning activities and ensure alignment with policies.
• Assist with development, documentation, and communication of academic processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independence

Data collection

Data management

Report generation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

Hiring Department

School of Nursing

Job Description

The Curriculum and Academic Support Coordinator providesoperational, administrative, and analytical support for academicprograms and curriculum-related activities. This positioncoordinates curriculum processes, course scheduling, workloadtracking, data reporting, accreditation, compliance activities, andstakeholder communications to ensure effective academic operations.The coordinator works collaboratively with faculty, administrators,staff, and institutional partners to support program delivery,maintain accurate records, implement academic initiatives, andpromote continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Curriculum Management and Academic Operations

• Coordinate the review, processing, and implementation ofcurriculum modifications, new course proposals, and program changesthrough established approval processes.
• Develop and monitor timelines for implementing approvedcurriculum and program changes.
• Maintain the accuracy of academic program, course, and cataloginformation.
• Support curriculum planning activities and ensure alignment withinstitutional policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development, documentation, and communication ofacademic processes and requirements.

Scheduling and Program Coordination

• Coordinate academic schedules and support planning activities forcourses, programs and other academic initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and institutionalpartners to develop and maintain program schedules andcalendars.
• Assist with space utilization and scheduling to optimizeinstructional and operational resources.
• Ensure timely communication and dissemination of schedulinginformation to relevant stakeholders.

Data Management and Reporting

• Maintain accurate databases, records, and documentation relatedto academic programs and operations.
• Collect, analyze, and prepare data to support operationalplanning, decision-making, and assessment activities.
• Generate reports and dashboards using institutional systems andreporting tools.
• Support enrollment, resource, staffing, and workload planningthrough data analysis and forecasting.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and confidentialityofinstitutional data.

Compliance, Assessment, and Accreditation Support

• Assist with the collection, compilation, and verification ofinformation required for internal and external reporting.
• Support accreditation, program review, assessment, and complianceactivities.
• Coordinate surveys, data requests, and documentation forreporting and evaluation purposes.
• Maintain records and documentation to demonstrate compliance withinstitutional, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Contribute to annual reports and other institutional reportinginitiatives.

Stakeholder Support and Communication

• Serve as a resource for faculty, staff, students, and externalpartners regarding academic processes and procedures.
• Coordinate communications related to academic schedules,curriculum updates, and program operations.
• Process requests for academic documentation, verifications, andrelated services as appropriate.
• Promote positive working relationships and effectivecommunication across stakeholder groups.

Continuous Improvement and Administrative Support

• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency,workflow processes, and service delivery.
• Participate in planning discussions and implement solutions tosupport program and organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and bestpractices.
• Provide cross-functional administrative support and backupcoverage as needed.
• Assist with special projects, strategic initiatives, and otherduties as assigned.

Shift

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings orweekends

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education andexperience and at least 3 years of experience from which comparableknowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in higher education serving as an advisor tostudents or similar student services role
• Knowledge of academic policies
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,PowerPoint, and Access)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Experience with data collection, management, and reportgeneration
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Possess the ability to respond to supervision and demonstrateappropriate independence
• Ability to work effectively both individually and as ateam

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $54,000 to $58,000 annually

Grade: GGS-10

University Title: Senior Student Service Coordinator

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for thisposition.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of yourtotal compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefitspackage, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement,paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parentalleave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for allfour UM System campuses. For additional information on Universitybenefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director ofAccessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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