OPS Assistant Textbook Adoption & Affordability Coordinator

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Gainesville, FL - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Classification Title:

OPS HOURLY NON-SECRETARY/CLERICAL

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree in a relevant field.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill the part-time temporary OPS position of Assistant Textbook Adoption and Affordability Coordinator. This position plays a vital role in supporting textbook accuracy and affordability for UF students. This position ensures that textbook adoptions are complete accurate and accessible by reviewing submissions collaborating with instructors to resolve issues and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Through this work the coordinator helps improve the student experience and advance UFs commitment to student success and equitable access to course materials.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Review textbook adoptions for accuracy including details such as ISBNs editions publishers and availability.
  • Communicate directly with instructors to clarify and resolve discrepancies or incomplete adoptions.
  • Verify that materials labeled as free or available through the UF Libraries are properly documented and accessible to students.
  • Identify and flag cost-saving opportunities such as library e-book access or open educational resources.
  • Support the evaluation of courses for Affordable UF and Zero Textbook Cost designations.
  • Track and follow up with course sections missing textbook adoptions or those not aligned with syllabi.
  • Collaborate with the Textbook Affordability Coordinator and Scholarly Communications Librarian to generate reports and analyze affordability data.
  • Assist with special projects and initiatives related to textbook affordability and student access.
  • Provide occasional support for other Center for Teaching Excellence programs and initiatives.
Expected Salary:

$15.00 per hour; commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in a relevant field.

Preferred:
  • Experience working in higher education particularly in academic affairs libraries or instructional support services.
  • Knowledge of textbook publishing course materials or open educational resources (OER). Familiarity with textbook affordability initiatives and cost-reduction strategies for students.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience organizing and interpreting data.
  • Proficiency with databases spreadsheets or reporting tools for tracking and analyzing information.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally with faculty staff and stakeholders.
Special Instructions to Applicants:

This is a part-time position; 10-15 hours per week.

Graduate students are welcome to apply.

In order to be considered applicants must upload a resume cover letter and a list of professional references.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No


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Classification Title:OPS HOURLY NON-SECRETARY/CLERICALClassification Minimum Requirements:Bachelors degree in a relevant field.Job Description:We are seeking a dedicated individual to fill the part-time temporary OPS position of Assistant Textbook Adoption and Affordability Coordinator. This positio...
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Key Skills

  • Time Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Docs
  • Organizational skills
  • Computer Skills
  • Management Experience
  • Project Planning
  • Administrative Experience
  • Supervising Experience
  • Data Reporting

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