Course and Curriculum Coordinator (Hybrid)

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $61,200 - $73,700.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility: Hybrid - 3 days per week in person/ 2 days remote, after probation period.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around October 2, 2025.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

In consultation with Divisional Services and Department Leadership, and working with a high degree of independence, the Course and Curriculum Coordinator applies in-depth knowledge of department and School requirements to determine the courses to be taught toward the B.A. / B.S., emphases, minor programs, honors programs, and graduate degrees within the School of Social Sciences, Humanities and Arts (SSHA). Takes into consideration the proper sequencing of courses for progression toward degree, courses taught in other departments, and other complicating factors, including faculty leaves and preferences, faculty courseload, classroom availability, enrollment data, and university and School guidelines. Makes recommendations for replacement courses. Primary collaboration and interaction in this position is with the SSHA Manager of Instructional Services, staff in SSHA Academic Advising, SSHA Graduate Services, Office of the Registrar, and SSHA department chairs and graduate group chairs. The position requires the Course and Curriculum Coordinator to be responsible for all start-of-term processes in addition to facilitating classroom changes/adjustments and maximum enrollment adjustments. This position will also be responsible for managing current and upcoming semester processes, including overseeing mid-semester and final grade submissions and conducting an administrative review for the course proposal process, in addition to annual general catalog review and processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working with a high degree of independence, in collaboration with SSHA Divisional Services and Department Leadership, SSHA Academic Advising, and SSHA Associate and Assistant Deans, Determines courses to be offered each term based upon department major requirements for B.A. / B.S., emphases, minor programs, honors programs, and graduate degrees, enrollment trends, course restrictions, and Faculty availability. Duties include the following areas of competency: interpretation and ability to articulate policies and procedures; data analysis; error-checking and implementation of UC, campus, School, and Divisional policies and procedures; responding to questions from and coordinating with Faculty (Senate, Teaching, and Non-Senate Faculty), students, and other campus offices. As a part of this process, set up enrollment limits, seat reservations, and other course restrictions; recommend replacement courses and adjust maximum enrollments when necessary.
• Oversee Summer Session SSHA course scheduling process; liaise with SSHA Academic Advising and Summer Session Office on recommended replacement courses, max enrollment adjustments, and other faculty/student needs.
• Supports instructors for current and upcoming semesters, including tracking enrollments, assigning instructors of record, ensuring scheduled final exam periods are accurate, and overseeing the tracking of mid-semester and final grade submissions.
• Utilizing extensive knowledge of course content and Senate requirements, facilitates the administrative review of new and revised course proposals in the curriculum management system. Provide training and support to faculty.
• Utilizing extensive knowledge of program content and Senate requirements, manages the annual update to SSHA portions of the UC Merced General Catalog.
• Devises solutions to classroom space and scheduling problems, taking into account the curriculum needs of students, the needs of faculty, and available options. Advises Divisional Services, Department Leadership, and department /School/SSHA Leadership on complex curricular issues and recommends courses of action when new courses, and programs are introduced.
• Conduct annual assessment of processes for efficiency, including but not limited to scheduling and new and revised course proposals; maintain internal documentation of enrollment trends for future planning.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience/training.

AND

• Three years of directly related, progressively responsible experience in a student services job function, or a combination of education, training, and experience.
• An advanced degree in Student Affairs or Counseling is preferred and may substitute for one year of required experience. (Preferred)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Thorough knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
• Thorough knowledge of department, organization, and University policies, procedures, and directives.
• Thorough knowledge of department and school, general and major course and degree requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with and gain trust from department senior management, faculty, and students.
• Proven ability in problem identification, reasoning, analysis to identify trends.
• Proven ability to find solutions to conflicting situations. (Preferred)

Background check required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/