Curriculum Coordinator

University of Texas at Austin

9d • $45,000 - $48,450 • Onsite

About The Position

The Curriculum Coordinator works with UT OLLI staff, volunteer leadership, and speakers to deliver engaging, high-quality lifelong learning experiences. The role guides curriculum development and implementation, coordinates classroom programming, and supports speakers and volunteers. It also helps pilot and refine in-person, hybrid, and online learning opportunities in response to UT OLLI members’ interests and needs.

The coordinator leads online and hybrid classes, supports speaker recruitment and preparation, coordinates course materials and catalogs, manages online registration, and maintains digital curriculum records and content. The role collaborates with technology partners and program committees, supports staff and volunteers through training, and contributes to broader program operations and continuous improvement.

This is a regular, on-site position based in Austin, Texas, scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for 40 hours per week. The position is expected to continue. The salary range is $45,000–$48,450, depending on qualifications. The earliest start date is November 16, 2026. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• At least three years of experience coordinating or administering a program.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-starter and self-reliant.
• Ability to learn quickly and strong technology skills.
• Experience managing knowledge base systems and applications.
• Demonstrated competence with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently with little supervision.
• Professional demeanor.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Experience collaborating with staff, volunteers, and subject-matter experts on volunteer-led curriculum development and educational programming.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, including handling telephone inquiries and assisting members, speakers, and volunteers.
• Ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and coordinate multiple projects from planning through implementation.
• Experience piloting and supporting in-person, hybrid, and online learning environments, including classroom audiovisual technology, virtual learning platforms, and video editing.
• Familiarity with ADA classroom accommodations and accessibility technologies, including speech-to-text applications, captioning, and assistive communication tools.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, adaptability, and a team-oriented approach, with willingness to explore innovative program delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting, vetting, and confirming volunteer seminar and lecture speakers; review and edit speaker content for suitability and university guideline compliance; provide logistical and presentation support; coordinate speaker recognition with the Events Coordinator; and attend events and socials as appropriate.
• Lead online and hybrid classes by scheduling Zoom meetings or webinars, coordinating participants and hosts, managing recordings, overseeing video editing, and maintaining the digital content library.
• Train and support speakers in online and classroom technology before sessions.
• Collect and distribute lecture and seminar materials digitally and maintain accurate digital curriculum records.
• Coordinate the development of online and print course catalogs and manage online class registration.
• Solicit member feedback through surveys and share relevant findings with curriculum committees to support continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with internal and external technology partners on software and database functions supporting registration, catalog creation, and related processes.
• Train staff, student workers, and independent volunteers; monitor data entry and migration for accuracy, communication, and adherence to schedules.
• Participate in staff and Thompson Conference Center meetings as assigned and assist with routine clerical work related to core responsibilities.
• Support cross-program activities, including OLLI Council, collaborative workdays, long-range planning, new member orientation, and data collection and analysis.
• Work cooperatively with Extended Education Ventures, Thompson Conference Center, UT OLLI staff, speakers, and volunteer member committees to achieve shared goals and maintain partnerships.
• Perform other duties as needed to support program operations, including attending professional development and digital training opportunities.

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits, with employee premiums covered at 100% and family premiums at 50%.
• Vision, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas defined-benefit retirement plan.
• Additional voluntary retirement programs: 403(b) tax-sheltered annuity and 457(b) deferred compensation program.
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses.
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning training.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee discount program, including athletic tickets.
• Free access to UT Austin libraries and museums.
• Free rides on UT Shuttle and Capital Metro buses with staff ID card.

What This Job Offers

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