Academic Services Program Director AMC Curriculum Program Director

Job Summary:

The AMC Curriculum Program Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the design, delivery, and continuous enhancement of the medical school curriculum within Undergraduate Medical Education (UME). The role oversees curriculum planning, policy alignment, accreditation support, data-informed quality improvement, personnel development, and innovation efforts-including IT projects, AI integration, and emerging educational models. The Program Director works closely with faculty, academic leadership, and regional campuses to ensure consistent, compliant, and high-quality curriculum delivery while contributing operational expertise to UME's strategic and accreditation priorities.

Supervision Received:

• This position reports to the Assistant Director of Undergraduate Medical Education and Student Affairs (UMESA), with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Associate and Assistant Deans in UME. It operates with minimal supervision in the performance of its duties.

Supervision Exercised:

• This role has direct supervisory responsibility for 2-3 managers, including two curriculum managers within UME and one manager for the Medical Teaching Labs. It also provides indirect oversight of 29 exempt professional staff across UME Curriculum, the Colorado Springs Branch, and the Fort Collins Regional Campus.

Examples of Work Performed:

• 25% - Leadership of Curriculum

• Recruit, train, and mentor Curriculum and Program Managers.

• Lead staff development aligned with personal/professional goals.

• Provide ongoing training on curriculum policies and customer service.

• Promote teamwork and communication across educational units.

• Drive continuous quality improvement and process optimization.

• Ensure staff and managers have tools/resources for success.

• Maintain a central curriculum policy repository.

• Collaborate with faculty to meet curriculum delivery needs.

• Lead operational aspects of curriculum in the medical program.

• Oversee student data processes and ensure FERPA/accreditation compliance.

• Use data and lead committees to improve curriculum quality.

• Support accreditation through data collection and compliance.

• 25% - Curriculum Strategic Support

• Manage curriculum policies and ensure integration across phases and pillars.

• Facilitate meetings and track curriculum priorities.

• Collaborate with assessment teams on CQI and student advocacy. This includes using independent judgement to review, analyze, and deconstruct processes to attain optimal efficiency and productivity.

• Work with departments and their leaders to solve curricular needs and delivery strategies.

• Create process maps and visualizations for curriculum cycles.

• Ensure consistent curriculum delivery across campuses.

• Strategize with Curriculum Deans and manage committee staffing.

• Meet curriculum goals and objectives at AMC and FCB. Collaborate with regional campus leadership to ensure comparability in delivery.

• Continuously improve curriculum operations and efficiency.

• Optimize resources and ensure compliance with standards across all phases of the curriculum.

• Serve as an expert on IT, change, and reform projects.

• Develop and implement strategic curriculum plans.

• Exercises authority for decision making in absence of Curriculum Deans.

• 20% - Personnel Leadership and Development

• Mentor managers to build strong front-line leadership.

• Resolve daily operational issues collaboratively.

• Ensure fairness in evaluations, hiring, and compensation.

• Address conflicts and performance concerns.

• Create strategic staffing plans for retention and succession strategies.

• 20% - Innovation and Growth Leader

• Collaborate on new student learning initiatives.

• Stay current with medical education trends and innovations.

• Lead AI integration into curriculum.

• Oversee 3-Year Accelerated Pathway operations and Precision Med Ed as it relates to curricular operations.

• Support curriculum events and sessions.

• Serve as the curricular expert on project teams related to IT development, organizational change, and/or continued curriculum reform

• Allocate, advocate and plan personnel needs in line with innovation and growth.

• 10% - Budgetary and Procurement Responsibilities

• Coordinate vendor contracts and payments with UME Business Services.

• Oversee procurement in line with university policies.

• Collaborate on budget planning to include labor and expense optimization.

• Work with campuses to improve staffing and operational efficiency.

• 10% - Office of Medical Education Leadership

• Serve as administrative leader supporting UME's mission.

• Ensure LCME compliance and streamline communication.

• Contribute to strategic leadership meetings with operational insights.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

In the Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) Office within the University of Colorado School of Medicine, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of medical education. Our curriculum, known as "Trek," launched in 2021 and represents a groundbreaking approach that emphasizes curiosity, life-long learning, and a deep commitment to serving both the medical profession and society. The Trek curriculum was developed through a collaborative effort of nearly 600 faculty, staff, and students and is designed to prepare future physicians to thrive in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Joining UME and more specifically the Office of Admissions means being at the forefront of medical education innovation, contributing to student success, and becoming part of a community dedicated to educating compassionate, skilled physicians. This is an exciting time to be a part of UME as we continue to evolve and enhance our programs to support the next generation of medical professionals.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options

• Dental: Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, business, public administration, health care, educational technology, social science, liberal arts, communications, accounting, finance, library science, or a directly related field from an accredited institution.

• 6-8 years of progressively responsible professional experience in an accredited higher education environment, including supervisory experience overseeing full-time professional staff.

• An advanced degree (Masters or Doctorate) may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis if the degree is in a field of study directly related to the work assignment.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in a relevant

• Significant operational and management experience (ideally 8+ years) in a large or higher education environment.

• Experience with integrated student information systems.

• Extensive experience working with medical students and familiarity with LCME/ACGME operational requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse professional and executive-level personnel.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory ability, and effective project management skills.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.

• Proficiency with MS Office and the ability to quickly learn new technologies and systems.

• Ability to implement initiatives and process improvements across diverse stakeholders without direct authority.

• Highly detail-oriented, efficient, and able to manage multiple competing priorities.

• Ability to support executive leadership in resolving complex operational, procedural, and compliance issues.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lucinda Allen, Lucinda.Allen@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until 12/6/25

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $77,281-$$98,301.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement:

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