Education Program Associate Specialist

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University seeks an Education Program Associate Specialist to guide the course review process for multiple curricular subgroups within Curriculum and Assessment Services. You will craft communications to academic units and help move courses through the review timeline.

Responsibilities include maintaining records, supporting the Program Manager and Assistant Dean, and collaborating on special projects while leveraging strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts & Sciences, Public Affairs, or Education is required.
• Refined written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of higher education curriculum and governance.

Responsibilities

• Guide the process of course review for curricular subgroups.
• Maintain curricular records and public-facing content.
• Coordinate curricular review with program leadership and other staff.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Higher education curriculum

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Arts & Sciences/Public Affairs/Education

Tools

SIS

Course scheduling

University policies

Job description

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Job Title: Education Program Associate Specialist Department: Arts and Sciences | Student Affairs Curriculum and Assessment

The Education Program Associate Specialist will guide the process of course review for three or more curricular subgroups within the Curriculum and Assessment Services. This process includes pre‑screening curriculum and program proposals for compliance with university policy, crafting communications to academic units in the college and across the university, and facilitating the timely movement of courses through the review process. The Education Program Associate Specialist will maintain public facing and internal curricular records for the College of Arts and Sciences; provide administrative support to the Program Manager and Assistant Dean and maintain web content for the Curriculum and Assessment Services; collaborate with other staff members, the Arts and Sciences Curriculum and Assessment Program Manager and Assistant Dean for Curriculum to coordinate curricular review and assessment; and support and contribute to special projects under the guidance of the Program Manager and/or the Assistant Dean.

• Required : Bachelor’s degree in an Arts and Sciences field, Public Affairs, or Education or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Fully developed and refined written and oral communication skills, knowledge of higher education curriculum and university governance/structure, knowledge of academic program planning and coordination, an understanding of Microsoft Office Suite applications, and training, work, or volunteer experience in an academic or professional setting is required.
• Desired : Work experience in higher education administration and/or advising, understanding of SIS, course scheduling, and university policies and procedures, and knowledge of university academic rules and regulations is desired.
• Application materials submitted in Workday must include two documents: Document 1: Resume Document 2: Either an academic writing sample or a cover letter demonstrating your individual writing, analytical, and communication skills.

Additional Information: The College of the Arts and Sciences Office of Curriculum and Assessment is seeking an Education Program Associate Specialist. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world‑class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.

The pay range for this job profile is $21.59 - $28.00. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Location: Dulles Hall (0337) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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