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Overview
Job Title:
Director of General Education and Curricular Initiatives (Dir-GenEdCI) - Academic Professional (Open Rank) Location:
Atlanta, Georgia Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
289325 About Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values: Georgia Tech's Mission Is To Develop Leaders Who Advance Technology And Improve The Human Condition. The Institute Has Nine Key Values That Are Foundational To Everything We Do. OUESS And The Undergraduate Curriculum Team
Under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Student Success (VPUESS), the Office of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (OUESS) enriches undergraduate education and empowers students to succeed as leaders in progress and service. We engage in collaborative development and delivery of transformative learning experiences, and we pursue initiatives to foster success for all students. The UC team within OUESS focuses on a wide range of undergraduate curricular matters and collaborates with faculty governance, other OUESS units, Georgia Tech academic and administrative units, and the University System of Georgia (USG). To learn more about the focus areas of UC team effort, visit https://undergradcurriculum.oue.gatech.edu/. Location
Atlanta, GA Job Summary
Reporting to the AVPUESS, the Director of GenEdCI manages and advances the design, implementation, and integration of undergraduate curricular initiatives and academic policies within the purview of the VPUESS. Initiatives may involve collaboration with Georgia Tech administrative and/or academic units and/or USG partners; responsibilities include General Education/Core IMPACTS, GLRs, undergraduate academic policies, undergraduate minors and certificates, and dual enrollment. The position may supervise staff and may teach an undergraduate General Education/Core IMPACTS course, contingent on approvals. Responsibilities
The Director acts as an ambassador for OUESS and collaborates with OUESS and UC leadership to advance the Institute’s mission and priorities. The Director will foster collaborative relationships and support OUESS, the ISP, and VPUESS/AVPUESS priorities. The Director's Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
Under the leadership of the AVPUESS, support GT's general education policies, practices, and processes, and serve as a point of contact for general education policies and practices. Serve as a standing (ex officio) member of the Institute Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (IUCC) General Education & Policy Subcommittee (GEPS). Collaborate with the Office of Academic Effectiveness (OAE) on general education assessment. Assist with the preparation of narratives for accreditation and other reports and maintain and update the UC General Education website. Attend meetings or conferences relevant to general education policies, practices, and processes. Oversee GT's implementation of the GLRs, including supporting academic units in undergraduate curriculum leadership, faculty, and academic advisors. Obtain and analyze data regarding GLR for-credit courses and GLR non-credit Canvas modules; engage with USG partners and GT units to maintain and update GT's GLR implementation. Prepare narratives and other reports on the GLRs and maintain the UC GLR webpage. Attend meetings or conferences relevant to GT's implementation of the GLRs. Serve as a member of the joint OUESS and Registrar's Office Undergraduate Curriculum Operations & Advisory Team (UCOAT) and contribute to its initiatives and recommendations. Serve as a standing guest on the Student Rules and Regulations Committee on behalf of VPUESS/AVPUESS to provide input on policies related to undergraduate education and ensure stakeholders are briefed on approved policies. Provide support for, and potentially lead, other curricular initiatives as assigned by the AVPUESS or VPUESS. Work with OUESS committees, documenting meeting notes and coordinating follow-up. Compile notes and updates on GT and USG curricular policy initiatives and communicate updates to academic advisors and OUESS leadership. Lead the organization, planning, and delivery of semi-annual OUESS Curricular Updates for academic advisors. Initiate analyses of policies and data and translate findings into proposals and plans for improvements aligned with OUESS, ISP, and partner units. Prepare reports, websites, and other documentation regarding undergraduate curricular matters as requested by AVPUESS or VPUESS. Perform other special projects and analyses as assigned. Teach one General Education/Core IMPACTS course per academic year, contingent on course approvals. Serve as a member of the OUESS leadership team and contribute to OUESS units, programs, and services as requested. Required Qualifications
Internal (GT) Applicants Current full-time GT appointment as tenured or tenure-track faculty at any rank or as academic professional at any rank. External (non-GT) Applicants Qualification for appointment at GT as an academic professional at any rank as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook: https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines. This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Non-tenure Track Academic Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook: https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines Academic Professional Terminal degree. Significant related experience or promotion from the rank of Associate Academic Professional. Quality of performance and potential development must be recognized by peers. Senior Academic Professional Terminal degree. Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field. Recognition by peers (national, regional, or local). Successful and measurable related experience. Five (5) years or more as an Academic Professional (or equivalent rank). Principal Academic Professional Terminal degree. Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field. Recognition by peers (national, regional, or local). Successful and measurable related experience supervising others' work. Successful and measurable related experience in a position of significant responsibility and authority within a program area. Demonstrated impact. Six (6) years or more as a Senior Academic Professional (or equivalent rank). Preferred Qualifications
Experience with curricular initiatives. Experience in leading or contributing to curricular policy initiatives and/or policy implementation. Experience in developing or contributing to proposals and plans for improvements in systems and processes in higher education. Experience teaching in the General Education curriculum. Experience in academic advising. Experience in expanding access and supporting student success. Completed terminal degree in an academic discipline appropriate to the role. Academic qualifications appropriate to serve as lead instructor for a course in the GT General Education/Core IMPACTS curriculum. A minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education, including undergraduate teaching experience. Commitment to and capacity to act as an ambassador in supporting and promoting the mission of OUESS, the ISP, and the priorities and goals of the VPUESS and AVPUESS. Strong understanding of undergraduate curriculum design. Strong understanding of General Education principles and practices. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent collaborative skills, including the capacity to collaborate respectfully and effectively with academic and administrative leadership, faculty, advisors, staff, students, and others within GT and the USG as well as other stakeholders and partners. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to use technologies and software employed in professional office settings. Proposed Salary
Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's background and experience. Required Documents to Attach
The application packet must consist of a single PDF document that includes: Cover letter Curriculum vitae The names, titles, and contact information (email, phone) for four professional references (references will not be contacted without prior notification) Apply Before Date
Applications will be accepted immediately and through the application deadline of September 14, 2025. Contact Information
Questions about this position or search may be directed to Robert Hampson at rhampson3@gatech.edu. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu). Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit: http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening. Job Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Online Audio and Video Media
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Job Title:
Director of General Education and Curricular Initiatives (Dir-GenEdCI) - Academic Professional (Open Rank) Location:
Atlanta, Georgia Regular/Temporary:
Regular Full/Part Time:
Full-Time Job ID:
289325 About Georgia Tech
Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school. Georgia Tech's Mission and Values: Georgia Tech's Mission Is To Develop Leaders Who Advance Technology And Improve The Human Condition. The Institute Has Nine Key Values That Are Foundational To Everything We Do. OUESS And The Undergraduate Curriculum Team
Under the leadership of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Student Success (VPUESS), the Office of Undergraduate Education and Student Success (OUESS) enriches undergraduate education and empowers students to succeed as leaders in progress and service. We engage in collaborative development and delivery of transformative learning experiences, and we pursue initiatives to foster success for all students. The UC team within OUESS focuses on a wide range of undergraduate curricular matters and collaborates with faculty governance, other OUESS units, Georgia Tech academic and administrative units, and the University System of Georgia (USG). To learn more about the focus areas of UC team effort, visit https://undergradcurriculum.oue.gatech.edu/. Location
Atlanta, GA Job Summary
Reporting to the AVPUESS, the Director of GenEdCI manages and advances the design, implementation, and integration of undergraduate curricular initiatives and academic policies within the purview of the VPUESS. Initiatives may involve collaboration with Georgia Tech administrative and/or academic units and/or USG partners; responsibilities include General Education/Core IMPACTS, GLRs, undergraduate academic policies, undergraduate minors and certificates, and dual enrollment. The position may supervise staff and may teach an undergraduate General Education/Core IMPACTS course, contingent on approvals. Responsibilities
The Director acts as an ambassador for OUESS and collaborates with OUESS and UC leadership to advance the Institute’s mission and priorities. The Director will foster collaborative relationships and support OUESS, the ISP, and VPUESS/AVPUESS priorities. The Director's Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To
Under the leadership of the AVPUESS, support GT's general education policies, practices, and processes, and serve as a point of contact for general education policies and practices. Serve as a standing (ex officio) member of the Institute Undergraduate Curriculum Committee (IUCC) General Education & Policy Subcommittee (GEPS). Collaborate with the Office of Academic Effectiveness (OAE) on general education assessment. Assist with the preparation of narratives for accreditation and other reports and maintain and update the UC General Education website. Attend meetings or conferences relevant to general education policies, practices, and processes. Oversee GT's implementation of the GLRs, including supporting academic units in undergraduate curriculum leadership, faculty, and academic advisors. Obtain and analyze data regarding GLR for-credit courses and GLR non-credit Canvas modules; engage with USG partners and GT units to maintain and update GT's GLR implementation. Prepare narratives and other reports on the GLRs and maintain the UC GLR webpage. Attend meetings or conferences relevant to GT's implementation of the GLRs. Serve as a member of the joint OUESS and Registrar's Office Undergraduate Curriculum Operations & Advisory Team (UCOAT) and contribute to its initiatives and recommendations. Serve as a standing guest on the Student Rules and Regulations Committee on behalf of VPUESS/AVPUESS to provide input on policies related to undergraduate education and ensure stakeholders are briefed on approved policies. Provide support for, and potentially lead, other curricular initiatives as assigned by the AVPUESS or VPUESS. Work with OUESS committees, documenting meeting notes and coordinating follow-up. Compile notes and updates on GT and USG curricular policy initiatives and communicate updates to academic advisors and OUESS leadership. Lead the organization, planning, and delivery of semi-annual OUESS Curricular Updates for academic advisors. Initiate analyses of policies and data and translate findings into proposals and plans for improvements aligned with OUESS, ISP, and partner units. Prepare reports, websites, and other documentation regarding undergraduate curricular matters as requested by AVPUESS or VPUESS. Perform other special projects and analyses as assigned. Teach one General Education/Core IMPACTS course per academic year, contingent on course approvals. Serve as a member of the OUESS leadership team and contribute to OUESS units, programs, and services as requested. Required Qualifications
Internal (GT) Applicants Current full-time GT appointment as tenured or tenure-track faculty at any rank or as academic professional at any rank. External (non-GT) Applicants Qualification for appointment at GT as an academic professional at any rank as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook: https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines. This position vacancy is an open rank announcement. The final job offer will be dependent on candidate qualifications in alignment with Non-tenure Track Academic Faculty ranks as outlined in section 3.2.2 of the Georgia Tech Faculty Handbook: https://www.policylibrary.gatech.edu/faculty-handbook/3.2.2-non-tenure-track-academic-faculty-members-hiring-and-promotion-guidelines Academic Professional Terminal degree. Significant related experience or promotion from the rank of Associate Academic Professional. Quality of performance and potential development must be recognized by peers. Senior Academic Professional Terminal degree. Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field. Recognition by peers (national, regional, or local). Successful and measurable related experience. Five (5) years or more as an Academic Professional (or equivalent rank). Principal Academic Professional Terminal degree. Evidence of superior performance in the chosen field. Recognition by peers (national, regional, or local). Successful and measurable related experience supervising others' work. Successful and measurable related experience in a position of significant responsibility and authority within a program area. Demonstrated impact. Six (6) years or more as a Senior Academic Professional (or equivalent rank). Preferred Qualifications
Experience with curricular initiatives. Experience in leading or contributing to curricular policy initiatives and/or policy implementation. Experience in developing or contributing to proposals and plans for improvements in systems and processes in higher education. Experience teaching in the General Education curriculum. Experience in academic advising. Experience in expanding access and supporting student success. Completed terminal degree in an academic discipline appropriate to the role. Academic qualifications appropriate to serve as lead instructor for a course in the GT General Education/Core IMPACTS curriculum. A minimum of 5 years of experience in higher education, including undergraduate teaching experience. Commitment to and capacity to act as an ambassador in supporting and promoting the mission of OUESS, the ISP, and the priorities and goals of the VPUESS and AVPUESS. Strong understanding of undergraduate curriculum design. Strong understanding of General Education principles and practices. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent collaborative skills, including the capacity to collaborate respectfully and effectively with academic and administrative leadership, faculty, advisors, staff, students, and others within GT and the USG as well as other stakeholders and partners. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to use technologies and software employed in professional office settings. Proposed Salary
Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's background and experience. Required Documents to Attach
The application packet must consist of a single PDF document that includes: Cover letter Curriculum vitae The names, titles, and contact information (email, phone) for four professional references (references will not be contacted without prior notification) Apply Before Date
Applications will be accepted immediately and through the application deadline of September 14, 2025. Contact Information
Questions about this position or search may be directed to Robert Hampson at rhampson3@gatech.edu. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity
The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.
Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.
More information on these policies can be found here: https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/c2714 Board of Regents Policy Manual | University System of Georgia (usg.edu). Other Information
This is a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel. This position does not require security clearance. Background Check
Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit: http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening. Job Details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Business Development and Sales Industries: Online Audio and Video Media
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