What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum Coordinator position at Columbia University and Careers?
- Job Type: Officer of Administration
- Bargaining Unit:
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- End Date if Temporary:
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Standard Work Schedule:
- Building:
- Salary Range: $ 66,300 - $72,000
Position Summary
The Curriculum Coordinator plays a key role in independently managing the day-to-day operations of assigned didactic and clinical courses. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean of Pre-Doctoral Academic and Student Affairs, this position requires strong judgment, proactive problem-solving, and the ability to ensure seamless curriculum delivery. This role serves as a central resource for faculty and students, overseeing scheduling, course logistics, and communication.
Responsibilities
- Independently maintain student records and enrollment data in academic and clinical systems.
- Manage course registration for students
- Create comprehensive academic schedules and input all scheduling data into OASIS.
- Coordinate lecture recording requests (ECHO 360) and support course setup within CourseWorks.
- Serve as the primary liaison for student–faculty communication on course materials, requirements, scheduling updates, and assignments.
- Coordinate accommodations for students with special needs or disabilities.
- Secure instructional spaces and manage logistics for in-person and virtual course activities.
- Collaborate with faculty and the Center for Education Research and Evaluation to design, administer, and analyze course and faculty/student evaluations in OASIS.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement (CQI) efforts
- Build and administer quizzes and exams in ExamSoft, ensuring smooth delivery and compliance.
- Enter grades into CourseWorks and SSOL with independent oversight of accuracy.
- Support Academic Progress Committees and the Committee on Instruction, including preparing documentation and managing workflows.
- Draft and send academic progress letters to students.
- Coordinate academic and clinical training sessions and manage related logistics.
- Contribute to special projects and additional duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or equivalent in education and employment plus three years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in experience plus 3 years related experience
- (2) Two years' experience in administrative support preferably in an academic or nonprofit environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle student information with good judgement
- Ability to undertake multiple tasks, set priorities, work independently and meet deadlines reliably
- Familiarity with learning management systems and academic databases, e.g. CourseWorks, Examsoft, Oasis
- Experience in a dental environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Salary : $66,300 - $72,000