MAX PAY – DEPENDS ON EXPERIENCE:

$104,000.00 USD Annual

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field including two (2) years managerial experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

In collaboration with the Associate Dean of the Academic Enterprise, The Director of Academic Enterprise plays a vital leadership role within Edson College, supporting the Associate Dean of the Academic Enterprise by managing curricular actions, curriculum development, academic planning, assessment, and accreditation processes. The Director ensures alignment with university standards and supports strategic initiatives that enhance program effectiveness, student outcomes, and institutional compliance.
Salary: $78,000 - $104,000 per year; DOE

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral Degree
• Experience in Project Management
• Experience with ASU academic assessment plan process
• Experience with course evaluation process
• Experience working with the University Office of Evaluation and Educational Effectiveness (UOEEE)
• Experience working with faculty, staff, and students in a higher education environment
• Evidence of effective communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe, Google applications
• Experience in adapting to new technology
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment subject to quickly changing priorities and tight cyclical deadlines
• Evidence of being detail-oriented, skilled at multi-tasking and setting priorities
• Evidence of independent time management to meet critical deadlines
• Skill in maintaining effective working relationships
• Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures as applied in public higher education
• Knowledge of university organizational structure
• Skill in making administrative and procedural decisions and judgements on sensitive, confidential issues
• Skill in understanding and interpretation of University and Arizona Board of Regents policies
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in establishing priorities and organization resources
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events

Curriculum and Academic Action Oversight

• Manage and support day-to-day and cyclical curricular operations through the Kuali Curriculum Management System.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop new courses/programs, monitor curriculum changes, and maintain accurate course records.
• Facilitate Academic Catalog, Degree Search, and General Studies updates.
• Serve as the Edson liaison to the University Office of Evaluation and Educational Effectiveness (UOEEE).

Assessment and Accreditation

• Lead annual academic assessment planning and reporting in collaboration with the Associate Dean and Program Directors
• Coordinate and submit Academic Program Reviews (every 7 years).
• Compile and analyze course evaluation data for curriculum review, accreditation, and faculty promotion.

Strategic and Operational Planning

• Support college-wide strategic initiatives related to academic offerings, organizational structure, and program growth.
• Participate in Edson College planning processes including the Annual Academic Plan.
• Interpret and use faculty and student data from university dashboards to inform decisions.

Administrative and Communication Functions

• Manage the Associate Dean’s calendar
• Represent the Associate Dean in various communications.
• Coordinate with internal and university stakeholders on academic matters.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders for strategic priorities
• Oversee submission processes, approval tracking, and compliance with curriculum-related policies.

Leadership and Supervision

• Supervise and support curriculum/academic staff as requested
• Maintain college resources and documentation to support the Edson College, Associate and Assistant Deans, Program Directors, and faculty.
• Assess operations to recommend and implement efficiency improvements.
• This position is integral to ensure Edson College maintains academic integrity, meets university and accreditation standards, and advances strategic goals in education and curriculum innovation.