Manager of Academic Policy

Job Posting Title :

Manager of Academic Policy

Hiring Department : OnRamps

Position Open To : All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours :

40

FLSA Status : Exempt

Earliest Start Date :

Immediately

Position Duration : Expected to Continue

Location : AUSTIN, TX

Job Details : General Notes

UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes :

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Eligible for hybrid telework

For more details, please see HR Benefits and Total Rewards .

May require evening and weekend work during intense cycles of work.

Purpose

The Manager of Academic Policy is responsible for developing and implementing academic policies and processes for the OnRamps program to ensure compliance with educational standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities

Leads the development and implementation of OnRamps academic policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and Texas Education Code.

Maintains knowledge of university, state, and federal policy related to dual enrollment and distance education. Interprets and makes recommendations to ensure adherence to relevant policies.

Develops, manages, and enhances systems for administering academic processes related to OnRamps dual enrollment, such as FERPA compliance, student accommodations, and academic integrity.

Leads the development of essential policy documents, collaborating across teams to ensure accuracy and timely delivery. Assists in the development of training materials and facilitate training sessions for staff to support policy understanding and compliance.

Supports and engages in designated special projects as assigned that support the mission and strategic direction of OnRamps as an organization.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in education, higher education, policy, or closely related field.

Seven or more years of experience with program administration in K12 or higher education environments.

Knowledge of university, state, and federal policy related to dual enrollment and distance education.

Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate complex information to a variety of audiences

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and collaborative skills

Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and within a team

Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously and prioritize appropriately

Ability to effectively communicate complex information to a variety of audiences

Experience developing and integrating continuous improvement processes using a data-driven approach

Strong problem-solving skills

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in education, higher education, or closely related field.

Experience using a customer support ticketing system.

Experience using Smartsheet or other Project Management system.

Ten or more years of experience with program administration in K12 or higher education environments.

Salary Range

$80,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

May require evening and weekend work during intense cycles of work.

May work around standard office conditions

Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation

Shared desk environment

Hybrid work environment

Climbing of stairs

Use of manual dexterity

Required Materials

Please mark "yes" on the application for required materials.Failure to attach all additional materials listed may affect candidates being considered for the position.

Resume / CV

3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Letter of interest

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers : You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers : As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility :

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion / transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility :

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks :

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency :

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification :

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify :

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following :

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance :

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031 .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.