Online Curriculum Specialist (West Lafayette, IN, US)

Job Summary

The Online Curriculum Specialist supports the quality, consistency, and effective implementation of online graduate programs within Purdue University Online.  This role plays a key operational role in ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and effective delivery of online graduate curricula while supporting institutional growth and student success.  Working in partnership with college partners, new program development, and program managers, the Curriculum Specialist helps align academic offerings with institutional policies, accreditation requirements, and student needs while supporting the growth and success of online graduate programs.

This position is fully remote.

A cover letter is required for full consideration.

Duties & Responsibilities

Curriculum and Program Information Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for administrative management of online graduate program curricula, including maintaining accurate records of course offerings, program requirements, and academic policies
• Serve as a steward of curriculum and scheduling data, ensuring accuracy and consistency across institutional systems, catalogs, and public-facing materials.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic leadership, and Academic Operations colleagues to support curriculum changes and ensure alignment with university policies and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with new program development on the documentation and administrative processing of new course and program proposals, helping to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timely approval.
• Monitor metrics such as enrollment patterns, course demand, and completion trends across the portfolio; identify issues and communicate findings to stakeholders
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending operational enhancements.
• Interpret and apply academic policies consistently across online programs.
• Ensure compliance with university and college requirements.

Course Scheduling and Academic Logistics

• Review and maintain course schedules for online graduate programs to ensure appropriate sequencing, availability, and alignment with student demand.
• Coordinate with academic departments, faculty, and program contacts to support instructor assignments and resolve scheduling or logistical conflicts.
• Enter, review, and maintain accurate course and scheduling data within the student information system and related platforms.
• Partner with the Registrar's Office and other administrative units to support cross-enrollment, credit transfers, and academic calendar alignment.

Instructor and Student Support

• Provide guidance to faculty and academic partners regarding curriculum-related processes, timelines, and administrative requirements.
• Serve as a liaison between students, advisors, academic departments, and Academic Operations to address curriculum, scheduling, or program structure questions.
• Collaborate with instructional design, technology, and quality assurance teams to support consistent and high-quality online course delivery.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve issues related to course availability, sequencing, and program requirements in a timely and student-centered manner.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, higher Education, Student Development, Communication or a related field
• Two or more years of professional experience related to project management, process improvement, business, communication and/or education
• Consideration will be given to an equivalent combination of required education and related experience
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written and oral communications skills with the ability to interact in a professional, collaborative and creative capacity with diverse faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members
• Capable of planning, managing, and executing events, programs, and administrative processes
• Ability to manage, analyze, and interpret data along with ability to solve problems and mitigate future problems
• Ability to attend to details and provide excellent customer service
• Ability to manage competing demands, prioritize workload, and work independently to meet deadlines
• Initiative and willingness to learn new skills, embrace changing technology, and interpret and communicate policies and procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and SharePoint)

What Is Helpful:

• Experience working with academic policies, catalogs, or student information systems
• Familiarity with Purdue University policies and systems, experience working with online students, and/or higher education curriculum management experience

What We Want You To Know:

• The anticipated annual salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000.  The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget and relevant experience.
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check is required for employment in this position
• FLSA:  Exempt (Not eligible for overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility:  Defined Contribution Waiting Period 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EOE employer.