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Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8544

Working TitleASSISTANT VICE PROVOST FOR CURRICULAR SERVICES

Number of Vacancies1

LocationMcAllen, Texas

DepartmentOffice of Curriculum and Instruction Assessment

FTE1.0

FLSAExempt

Scope of Job

To provide comprehensive strategic operational oversight for university-wide curriculum initiatives at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, ensuring full compliance with UT System, federal, state, and accreditation requirements To collaborate closely with faculty, academic leaders, and external partners to develop new curricula, update existing programs, publish university catalogs, maintain articulation agreements, and broaden educational access through innovative credentialing pathways.

Description of Duties

+ Directs the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of curriculum, establishing efficient business processes to increase organizational capacity.

+ Ensures that curriculum proposals meet university guidelines and accreditation standards.

+ Provides guidance and support to the Office of Curriculum and Institutional Assessment staff responsible for daily curriculum proposal review and revision processes.

+ Works collaboratively with key offices—including the Graduate College, Degree Audit and Systems Support, Degree Progress and Graduation Initiatives, the Office of the University Registrar, Graduate and Undergraduate Admissions, Undergraduate Advising, and Financial Aid—to ensure curriculum alignment and consistency across all systems.

+ Ensures all curriculum-related activities comply with state and regional accreditation standards (e.g., THECB , SACSCOC ).

+ Collaborates with deans, department heads, and faculty to develop and maintain academic programs aligned with institutional goals and evolving academic trends.

+ Supervises the creation and ongoing management of articulation agreements with partner institutions to facilitate smooth student transfers, enhance credit applicability, and minimize unnecessary credit accumulation.

+ Develops short and long-range plans, conceptual designs, budget requirements and documentation for assigned area.

+ Engages in budget-planning, grant oversight, and policy development.

+ Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of transfer agreements by analyzing institutional data and student outcomes.

+ Researches and develops policies for credential programs (e.g., micro credentials, badges) and works collaboratively with the Division of Student Success to integrate credential programs into both credit and non-credit curriculum bearing pathways.

+ Supervises the expansion of fast-track programs and establishes policies and procedures for their development and maintenance.

+ Creates and continuously assesses metrics to evaluate how credential programs affect student learning, employability, and institutional outcomes.

+ Oversees institutional policies and procedures related to awarding credit for prior learning ( CPL ), which includes areas such as standardized exams, non-traditional credit providers, military training, and workforce training.

+ Serves as a liaison between the Office of the Provost, academic departments, and external stakeholders regarding curricular matters

+ Prepares reports and presentations for university leadership, accreditation bodies, and other stakeholders regarding curricular developments and initiatives as needed.

+ Responsible for hiring, supervising, and evaluating assigned staff.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Master’s degree from an accredited university.

Preferred Education

Master’s or Doctorate degree in educational leadership or higher education administration from an accredited university.

Licenses/Certifications

N/A

Required Experience

Five (5) years of experience in evaluating academic programs for compliance with applicable regulations to include facilitating program implementation and curriculum management, or related areas, including supervisory experience.

Preferred Experience

Experience obtained in a higher education setting. Experience in developing program advising guides, handbooks, etc., and managing the following: publication of university catalogs and maintenance of the institutional course inventory. Experience coordinating the preparation and publication of a variety of official university reports and publications and conducting research for academic policy development or interpretation. Experience in using data and evidence-based practices to inform decision-making around curriculum design, program evaluation, and improvement.

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Ability to conduct research to identify solutions, resolve problems, or provide content information. Familiarity with the regional and national accreditation standards and experience in preparing for accreditation reviews and reporting. Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to higher education curriculum. Strong ability to lead complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders. Excellent communication and written skills for interacting with a variety of stakeholders.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date09/29/2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date

Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or [email protected].

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/48702

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

+ Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ Are you a current UTRGV employee?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Please select your highest level of completed education.

+ 6th grade education

+ 10th grade education

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

+ Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

+ Masters Degree from an accredited university

+ Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

+ None of the above

+ Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

+ Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year

+ 2 years

+ 3 years

+ 4 years

+ 5 years

+ 6 years

+ 7 years

+ 8 years

+ 9 years

+ 10 years

+ Over 10 years

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Curriculum Vitae

+ Unofficial Transcripts

+ Reference Letter 1

+ Reference Letter 2

+ Reference Letter 3

+ Certifications and Licenses

+ Training Certificates

+ Other Document

+ List of 3 References

+ Unofficial Transcripts 2

+ Unofficial Transcripts 3

+ Letter of Interest

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Additional Document