University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Office of Medical Education | Office of Undergraduate Medical Education

Job Title: Academic Services Senior Professional – .80 FTE

Working Title: FCB Curriculum Coordinator – Alpine/ Summit

Position #: 00805789 – Requisition #:35747

Job Summary:

The Office of Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) – Fort Collins Branch, part of the Office of Medical Education, is seeking a part-time Senior Academic Services Professional to serve as the Curriculum Coordinator for the Alpine and Summit curriculum. This position is responsible for initiating, planning, and implementing key components of the Alpine and Summit curriculum, including Advanced Science Courses, Electives & Acting Internships, and Transition to Residency. The Curriculum Coordinator ensures policies and processes are well-understood and provides high-level support, fostering effective communication and collaboration with faculty and staff across curriculum groups.

The ideal candidate will establish and maintain strong working relationships with diverse faculty, staff, and community partners. They will demonstrate exceptional communication and organizational skills and effectively manage multiple self-directed projects, even when priorities compete.

Key Responsibilities:

Support of Alpine and Summit Pillars:

• Serve as a key support for the Alpine & Summit curriculum, ensuring seamless coordination, scheduling, and communication for student learning activities, both on-campus and remote.
• Collaborate with faculty and curriculum coordinators to maintain a cohesive and consistent student experience across all program components.
• Oversee student and faculty scheduling for clinical experiences, addressing updates and resolving conflicts to support a smooth operation.
• Participate in curriculum planning sessions, record actionable minutes, and follow up on deliverables to ensure timely completion and effective implementation.
• Manage exam administration, assessment processes, and CQI initiatives, driving continuous improvement in course delivery and outcomes.
• Facilitate the logistical needs of students at clinical sites, including access to resources, badging, parking, and IT setup.

Course Planning, Development, and Coordination for Advance Science Courses:

• Lead the coordination and execution of Alpine & Summit course activities, ensuring students and faculty have timely access to schedules, session details, and resources.
• Manage room reservations, event logistics, and online learning setups for both in-person and remote sessions.
• Facilitate faculty development and provide support to ensure consistent expectations, preparedness, and session success.
• Play a hands-on role in supporting all course sessions, both in-person and online, to deliver a seamless learning experience.

Curriculum Training and Development:

• Collaborate with the Alpine & Summit Curriculum Manager to support and train new coordinators in the Plains Curriculum area.
• Develop and maintain central resources for faculty development, including technical how-to’s, and coordinate with teams such as Technical Support and Instructional Design.
• Deliver engaging training content during faculty development sessions and ensure key Alpine & Summit curriculum materials are organized and accessible.
• Track faculty participation in course events and provide insights to assist in faculty recruitment efforts across curriculum groups.

UME Administration:

• Provide support for Office of Medical Education events, curriculum sessions, and special projects.
• Manage purchasing needs for Alpine & Summit curriculum activities, with training provided in university procurement processes.

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings. Additional on-site days may be required as needed. Please see the campus-wide policy for additional information.

Why Join Us:

Undergraduate Medical Education (UME), housed within the School of Medicine’s Office of Medical Education, encompasses medical students first four years of Medical School. UME underwent a curriculum reform and the new curriculum called “Trek” launched July 2021 with the arrival of our first graduating class of 2025. The update of our curriculum is a process that has engaged close to 600 faculty, staff, and students and has been developed through an ongoing process since October 2017. As such, this is an exciting time to join UME and continue to support student success, with the goal to educate physicians who are curious, life-long learners with the commitment to serve the profession, our patients and society.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education administration, business administration, education organization, management, communications, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of professional experience working in an administrative or education role.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2–3 years of experience in project, program, or curriculum management within higher education, preferably in an academic medical environment.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Canvas) and navigating complex rules, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, especially Outlook and Excel, and the ability to implement process changes driven by technology or business enhancements.
• Strong project and change management skills, including navigating multiple stakeholder groups and aligning competing demands with established priorities during times of change.
• Exemplary analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently resolve complex issues and implement new concepts effectively.
• Effective communication, organizational, presentation, and leadership skills, including maintaining professional relationships, protecting sensitive information, and responding promptly within two business days.
• Commitment to detail, personal accountability, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across tasks and relationships.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Jennifer Smith, Jennifer.n3.smith@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 01/01/2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $42,368.80 – $53,893.60 equivalent to .80 FTE.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Academic Services

Primary Location

Hybrid

Department

U0001 — Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Dec 18, 2024

Unposting Date

Jan 10, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Posting Contact Name

Jennifer Smith

Posting Contact Email

Jennifer.n3.smith@cuanschutz.edu

Position Number

00805789

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