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University of Central Florida (UCF)

Academic Program Coordinator III

University of Central Florida (UCF), Orlando, Florida, United States, 32801

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Academic Program Coordinator III

The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) Department at the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is searching for an Academic Program Coordinator III. The individual selected for the position will develop, administer, or support programs that enhance the learning environment for students or faculty development. They provide services and support for operations of academic programs. They assists full-time and part-time faculty and other stakeholders to enhance the learning and teaching environment. The role involves close collaboration with MAE faculty and the College's Office of Academic Affairs. Responsibilities: Act as liaison between CECS Undergraduate Affairs, the MAE Department, and students to resolve academic issues (e.g., course substitutions, overrides, degree audits, complaints, and grievances) critical to timely graduation. Coordinate undergraduate academic program planning, implementation, evaluation, and ABET accreditation. Make curriculum and course revisions, and catalog updates primarily for undergraduate programs while providing technical support for graduate programs. Track course enrollments, recommend section changes, and monitor student permissions to ensure course availability and degree progress. Support academic scheduling, teaching assignments, and hiring of instructors, adjuncts, and undergraduate TAs/LAs; manage teaching space allocations. Apply academic policies and ensure compliance with university, state, and accreditation standards. Facilitate student and faculty engagement through orientations, workshops, recruitment events, and informational sessions. Maintain program documentation such as curriculum maps, course offerings, and assessment reports. Recommend improvements to academic support services and policies. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree and 4+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Preferred Qualifications: Three or more years of professional experience in the education sector. Experience working with complex course and program scheduling. Experience with and knowledge about ABET accreditation processes. Evidence of strong communication skills both written and verbal. Experience using pertinent software platforms, such as Kuali. Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential? As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck. Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers: Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program. Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays. Retirement savings options. Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions. Education assistance. Flexible work environment. And moreFor more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide. Dive into our Total Rewards Calculator to discover the diverse selection available to you, giving you a glimpse into the benefits that together shape your comprehensive rewards package at UCF. Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.