Curriculum Development Specialist

POSITION TITLE:

Curriculum Development Specialist

APPOINTMENT:

Appointed by the Chancellor of the College upon recommendation of the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and Student Success

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

Reports directly to the Director of Curriculum and Assessment

The Curriculum Development Specialist supports the Director of Curriculum and Assessment in managing existing programs of study and developing new curriculum that aligns with institutional goals, workforce needs, and accreditation standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring RPCC's academic offerings remain relevant, high-quality, and student-centered.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

* Bachelor's degree from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education.

* Minimum of five (5) years of experience in curriculum development, academic program management, or higher education administration.

* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working with data and reporting tools.

Preferred:

* Master's degree in education, curriculum & instruction, higher education administration, or related field from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education.

* Working knowledge of community college curriculum development processes, curriculum review and approval processes for public post-secondary/higher education systems, and curriculum and assessment-related institutional and programmatic accreditation standards.

* Experience collaborating with faculty, administrators, and external stakeholders on academic initiatives.

* Familiarity with assessment of student learning outcomes and program evaluation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum and Assessment to review, update, and enhance existing curriculum and programs of study.

* Assist in the design and development of new academic programs and courses that meet community, industry, and student needs.

* Coordinate curriculum-related processes, including program proposals, revisions, and approvals through internal governance and state systems.

* Conduct research to ensure curriculum aligns with state policies and accreditation requirements.

* Prepare and maintain documentation for curriculum proposals, syllabi, and program learning outcomes.

* Support faculty and academic departments in curriculum planning, outcomes development and alignment for assessment, and program review.

* Monitor compliance with state, regional, and accreditation standards related to curriculum development.

* Collaborate with institutional partners to support transfer pathways and workforce development initiatives.

* Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and data analysis related to curriculum and program development.