Associate Director for Academic & Curriculum Management

Posting Number S15887P

Working Title:

Associate Director for Academic & Curriculum Management

Department: FACS-Student Success&Advising

Classification

Title:

Curriculum Development Pro III

Employment Type:

Employee, Full Time (FTE 1.00), Benefits Eligible, FLSA Exempt

Additional Schedule Information:
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date: 10/13/2026

Open until filled:
Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/01/2026

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 5 years of professional experience

Master’s Degree in related field.

The Associate Director for Academic and Curriculum Management works as part of the Student Success and Advising Center (SSAC) team within the College of Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS). The position reports to the SSAC Director and is critical to supporting academic advising, curriculum, recruitment, enrollment, and retention functions in the College. This position is second in command in the center.

The Associate Director manages high-level areas related to academic advising. Current academic advisors consult with the Associate Director regularly to manage complex issues related to advising, graduation, students in crisis, course expectations, and other student experiences. This individual works closely with FACS advisors, departments, undergraduate coordinators, and other stakeholders. Additionally, this role interacts and collaborates with multiple constituents internal and external to FACS to elevate the undergraduate advising experience.

This position is involved in planning and developing goals, objectives, policies and procedures, technical guidance and problem resolution.

• Knowledge of university and college degree requirements; ability to interpret and communicate them to students, faculty, and staff.
• Academic advising experience.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to supervise, manage, and lead teams.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to deal effectively with different personalities and with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent attention to detail, accurate, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with results.
• Ability to work with diverse undergraduate students, faculty and staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to apply original and creative thinking to develop and improve methods and procedures
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in typical office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Familiar with constituent databases (Argos, Banner, Degree Works, etc.).
• Familiar with programs of study in the College of Family and Consumer Sciences.

• Stand and speak in front of groups.
• Light lifting.
• Working at computer for long periods of time.

• Stay informed about curriculum policies and procedures and disseminate information as needed.
• Answer faculty, staff, and student inquiries and attend meetings related to curriculum.
• Provide reports to faculty, staff, and students upon request. Assist Director with SSAC and academic advising assessments and reports. Work with college personnel to facilitate course scheduling.
• Work closely with the Office of Curriculum Systems and the Office of the Registrar on curriculum and registration issues.
• Work with SSAC Director and college personnel to facilitate course scheduling.
• Assist Director with bulletin updates and monitor curriculum changes.
• Update academic advising program…