Academic Program Development & Delivery Specialist, College of Liberal Arts

Rochester Institute of Technology • Rochester, NY

9d • $49,500 - $79,200 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides strategic support and coordination for the implementation, administration, assessment, and continuous improvement of RIT's General Education Framework and university interdisciplinary academic programs. Serving as a key partner to college leadership, Academic Affairs leadership, faculty governance bodies, academic departments, and student support units, the position assists with institution-wide efforts to advance a coherent, high-quality General Education curriculum and interdisciplinary curricula that supports student success and institutional priorities.
The position is responsible for coordinating cross-functional initiatives, guiding curricular planning and policy implementation, facilitating faculty engagement and professional development for both General Education and interdisciplinary programs, monitoring program effectiveness, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Through collaborative facilitation and data-informed decision-making, this role helps ensure the General Education curriculum and interdisciplinary programs remain sustainable and aligned with the university's educational mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of program/project management in higher education
• Skill in analytical and critical thinking
• Skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Skill in verbal, written and interpersonal communication
• Ability to define, manage, and improve business processes
• Ability to collect, interpret, and synthesize data from various sources
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Equivalent combination of experience & education may be considered

Responsibilities

• Partners with academic faculty and staff on program development, implementation, and student engagement
• Supports the development, coordination, and delivery of curriculum and materials to ensure compliance with established academic/university standards
• Collects key assessment data to track and monitor progress toward program goals and report results to university leadership
• Assists in program evaluation, monitors feedback and incorporates suggestions for improvement. Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of program initiatives and activities
• Collaborates with faculty to support compliance with course delivery procedures and determine strategies for student engagement and academic support
• Works in partnership with university partners and stakeholders to determine optimal ways to promote, grow, and execute programs, with the goal of continuous improvement
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is listed above.
• RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.
• RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level