Academic Program Quality Manager
Academic Program Quality Manager
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23-06-2025
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Job Description
80% Academic Program Quality Assurance
20% School/Campus/University Service Responsibility
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm some evenings and weekends
Contact Information to Applicants
John Bricklemyer
Position Overview
The University of Kansas (KU) through the School of Professional Studies (SPS) which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Academic Program Quality Manager. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years playing a crucial role in the Greater KC professional community. The campus now offers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates with classes geared toward working professionals available in the evening online and in-person.
The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students lives and improve communities through innovative student-focused and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines course formats class schedules student services aid and more to meet the needs of students who may work full-time have considerable commitments outside of the classroom have prior college-level education or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of working professional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.
The Academic Program Quality Manager as part of the Center for Faculty and Academic Administration team is responsible for assisting SPS Program Directors in ensuring the highest standards of academic quality and integrity across all programs within SPS. This role involves assisting in the development implementation and continuous improvement of academic policies procedures and assessment strategies to enhance program effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm energy and the ability to communicate about academic program quality including: quality assurance assessment and evaluation curriculum development and accreditation. This position reports to the Associate Dean Center for Faculty and Academic Administration. The position will require local travel as well as flexible hours to include occasional evenings and weekends. This position serves the educational needs of a Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) program. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year.
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins July 1 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
- Quality Assurance Support: Partners with SPS Program Directors and faculty to develop and assist in the implementation of quality assurance processes for academic programs including annual program reviews accreditation compliance and continuous improvement activities. Also works with SPS Program Directors faculty and the KU Center for Online and Distance Learning to assist programs in achieving Green QM review status for all online courses and in complying with the KU Syllabus Policy. Assist in surveying regional employers and alumni to collect feedback about curriculum skills and academic/industry alignment.
- Assessment and Evaluation Support: Partners with the KU Center for Teaching Excellence SPS Program Directors and faculty to assist in designing and managing comprehensive assessment plans to evaluate program effectiveness and student learning outcomes. Assists SPS Program Directors to collect and analyze data to inform decision-making and strategic planning.
- Curriculum Development Support:Collaborates with SPS Program Directors and faculty to ensure curricula are aligned with institutional goals accreditation standards and industry best practices. Assist with facilitating curriculum revisions new program development and analyzing labor market data.
- Accreditation Support:Partners with appropriate SPS Program Directors and faculty to assist in achieving or maintaining accreditation status by preparing necessary documentation coordinating site visits and reviewing compliance documents with accrediting bodies standards.
- Faculty Support:Collaborates with the Center for Faculty and Academic Administration the KU Center for Online and Distance Learning and the KU Center for Teaching Excellence assist in providing training and support to faculty on best practices in teaching assessment and curriculum development. Promote professional development opportunities.
- Stakeholder Engagement Support:Assists in engaging with internal and external stakeholders including students faculty staff and industry partners to gather feedback and ensure programs meet the needs of the community.
- Reporting Support:Assists in preparing and presenting reports on program quality assessment outcomes and improvement plans to senior leadership and governing bodies.
20% School/Campus/University Service Responsibility
- Collaborates with other SPS faculty and staff on the implementation of the SPS strategic plan.
- Participates in relevant School and University meetings related to academic program quality program assessment and accreditation.
- Participates in committees or projects as assigned and represents SPS programs at regional/national events as assigned.
- Provides support to SPS and KUEC administrative staff for executing campus events. Assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Associate Dean Center for Faculty and Academic Administration at the KU Edwards Campus.
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color ethnicity religion sex national origin age ancestry disability status as a veteran sexual orientation marital status parental status gender identity gender expression and genetic information in the universitys programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX Room 1082 Dole Human Development Center 1000 Sunnyside Avenue Lawrence KSTTY.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm some evenings and weekends
Contact Information to Applicants
John Bricklemyer
- Masters Degree from an accredited institution in Education Higher Education Administration Analytical Sciences Statistics or a related field.
- Three years experience in program management quality assurance or a related area.
- Strong analytical skills excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills as evidenced by application materials and interviews.
- Three years experience with accreditation processes curriculum development and assessment.
- Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Education Higher Education Administration Analytical Sciences Statistics or a related field.
- Five years experience in academic program management quality assurance or a related area within higher education.
- Three years experience working with Tableau or other similar visual analytics programs in support of academic program outcomes as evidenced in application materials
- Three years experience working with course management software platforms such as Canvas as evidenced in application materials
- Three years experience working with the Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric for evaluating the quality of online course design.
Position Overview
The University of Kansas (KU) through the School of Professional Studies (SPS) which is located on the KU Edwards Campus (KUEC) in Overland Park Kansas in the Kansas City Metropolitan area is seeking a qualified individual to fulfill the role of Academic Program Quality Manager. KUEC has been a KU presence in Kansas City for 30 years playing a crucial role in the Greater KC professional community. The campus now offers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates with classes geared toward working professionals available in the evening online and in-person.
The KU School of Professional Studies (SPS) was created in 2019 with a vision to transform students lives and improve communities through innovative student-focused and exemplary academic programs that lead to rewarding careers in an array of fields that serve the workforce needs of Kansas and beyond. The school offers a variety of disciplines course formats class schedules student services aid and more to meet the needs of students who may work full-time have considerable commitments outside of the classroom have prior college-level education or otherwise need a different approach to earning academic credentials. SPS continues to launch new degree programs aimed at supporting the needs of future students and is poised for significant growth over the next five years.
KUEC and SPS have a reputation for employing innovative teaching techniques and serving the unique needs of working professional students. KUEC and SPS faculty enjoy an interdisciplinary and collaborative atmosphere focused on supporting faculty in building rewarding careers while improving the success of students we teach. Employees typically enjoy a hybrid work environment providing sufficient flexibility for a healthy work-life balance.
The Academic Program Quality Manager as part of the Center for Faculty and Academic Administration team is responsible for assisting SPS Program Directors in ensuring the highest standards of academic quality and integrity across all programs within SPS. This role involves assisting in the development implementation and continuous improvement of academic policies procedures and assessment strategies to enhance program effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
The successful candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm energy and the ability to communicate about academic program quality including: quality assurance assessment and evaluation curriculum development and accreditation. This position reports to the Associate Dean Center for Faculty and Academic Administration. The position will require local travel as well as flexible hours to include occasional evenings and weekends. This position serves the educational needs of a Johnson County Education Research Triangle (JCERT) program. Specific percentages of effort for JCERT are determined each year.
Details regarding KU benefits can be found here: Benefits
Additional Candidate Instruction
In addition to the online application the following documents are required to be considered for this position:
- Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
- Resume
- List of three (3) professional references
Only complete applications will be considered.
Application review begins July 1 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.
- Valid drivers license or ability to obtain one at the time of appointment.
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the time of appointment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
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