What are the responsibilities and job description for the Curriculum Systems Specialist position at University of Utah Health?
Details
Open Date
12/10/2025
Requisition Number
PRN43802B
Job Title
Business Systems Analyst
Working Title
Curriculum Systems Specialist
Career Progression Track
E
Track Level
FLSA Code
Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm University of Utah campus (primary) with some hybrid remote opportunities after completion of probation period.
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00296 - Registrar's Office
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$48,000 - $52,500
Close Date
01/09/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Curriculum Management and Academic Planning unit, located in the Office of the Registrar, is seeking an entry-level professional to assist with curriculum technologies, including the general catalog, and curriculum management tools. They will process curriculum changes in the curriculum management tools and produce the general catalog. This position will collaborate with staff, faculty, academic departments and colleges across campus with a broad set of stakeholders, including team members in Undergraduate Studies, the Graduate School, University Information Technology, Office of General Education, Office of Learning Outcomes Assessment, and UOnline to provide encoding, analysis, configuration support, and maintenance for tools.
Responsibilities
Configure and maintain curriculum and program requirements in the academic catalog, ensuring accuracy and alignment with institutional standards.
Provide comprehensive support to faculty throughout the curriculum review and approval process, ensuring proposed changes comply with university policies and state regulations. Offer guidance and resources to facilitate successful implementation.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and academic departments to optimize the use and functionality of curriculum management systems.
Operate across multiple platforms to ensure consistency and alignment between institutional policies, course prerequisites, the student information system, and the published catalog. Ensure curriculum requirements are written in ways that can be successfully programmed into the degree audit system.
Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects with partners including, but not limited to, Undergraduate Studies, the Graduate School, University Information Technology, the Office of General Education, the Office of Learning Outcomes Assessment, and UOnline to enhance curriculum technologies.
Gather and analyze user feedback on curriculum software performance. Recommend and implement system enhancements to better support academic operations.
Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of the curriculum office’s online presence, ensuring accessibility and up-to-date content.
Design and deliver engaging training sessions for faculty and staff. Regularly update and distribute training materials to promote consistent and effective use of curriculum tools.
Initiate and lead efforts to identify and resolve issues related to curriculum systems, processes & policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement innovative process improvements.
Disseminate accurate and timely course and program information to the campus community. Ensure clear communication of curriculum policies and updates.
Continuously evaluate curriculum processes and tools to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness. Implement strategic improvements based on data-driven insights.
Provide responsive and knowledgeable support to stakeholders, addressing inquiries of varying complexity with a commitment to exceptional customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires an associate’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with relational database concepts, and client-server concepts.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Experience in using/encoding relational database and queries.
Experience in using or maintaining student information systems (PeopleSoft, etc.).
Experience in curriculum and/or advising in a higher education setting.
General knowledge of university academic policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and make decisions.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Written communication skills.
Experience working independently to accomplish tasks.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
List of references:
Required 5 professional references, information requested:
First and Last Name
Relation, Company
Email
Phone Number
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Open Date
12/10/2025
Requisition Number
PRN43802B
Job Title
Business Systems Analyst
Working Title
Curriculum Systems Specialist
Career Progression Track
E
Track Level
FLSA Code
Computer Employee
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday – Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm University of Utah campus (primary) with some hybrid remote opportunities after completion of probation period.
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00296 - Registrar's Office
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$48,000 - $52,500
Close Date
01/09/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
The Curriculum Management and Academic Planning unit, located in the Office of the Registrar, is seeking an entry-level professional to assist with curriculum technologies, including the general catalog, and curriculum management tools. They will process curriculum changes in the curriculum management tools and produce the general catalog. This position will collaborate with staff, faculty, academic departments and colleges across campus with a broad set of stakeholders, including team members in Undergraduate Studies, the Graduate School, University Information Technology, Office of General Education, Office of Learning Outcomes Assessment, and UOnline to provide encoding, analysis, configuration support, and maintenance for tools.
Responsibilities
Configure and maintain curriculum and program requirements in the academic catalog, ensuring accuracy and alignment with institutional standards.
Provide comprehensive support to faculty throughout the curriculum review and approval process, ensuring proposed changes comply with university policies and state regulations. Offer guidance and resources to facilitate successful implementation.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and academic departments to optimize the use and functionality of curriculum management systems.
Operate across multiple platforms to ensure consistency and alignment between institutional policies, course prerequisites, the student information system, and the published catalog. Ensure curriculum requirements are written in ways that can be successfully programmed into the degree audit system.
Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects with partners including, but not limited to, Undergraduate Studies, the Graduate School, University Information Technology, the Office of General Education, the Office of Learning Outcomes Assessment, and UOnline to enhance curriculum technologies.
Gather and analyze user feedback on curriculum software performance. Recommend and implement system enhancements to better support academic operations.
Maintain and enhance the effectiveness of the curriculum office’s online presence, ensuring accessibility and up-to-date content.
Design and deliver engaging training sessions for faculty and staff. Regularly update and distribute training materials to promote consistent and effective use of curriculum tools.
Initiate and lead efforts to identify and resolve issues related to curriculum systems, processes & policies. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement innovative process improvements.
Disseminate accurate and timely course and program information to the campus community. Ensure clear communication of curriculum policies and updates.
Continuously evaluate curriculum processes and tools to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and effectiveness. Implement strategic improvements based on data-driven insights.
Provide responsive and knowledgeable support to stakeholders, addressing inquiries of varying complexity with a commitment to exceptional customer service.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires an associate’s degree in a related area or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with relational database concepts, and client-server concepts.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Experience in using/encoding relational database and queries.
Experience in using or maintaining student information systems (PeopleSoft, etc.).
Experience in curriculum and/or advising in a higher education setting.
General knowledge of university academic policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and make decisions.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Written communication skills.
Experience working independently to accomplish tasks.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
List of references:
Required 5 professional references, information requested:
First and Last Name
Relation, Company
Phone Number
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Salary : $48,000 - $52,500