Curriculum and Assessment Specialist, UMKC

UMKC's Office of Curriculum and Assessment

The Curriculum and Assessment Specialist provides operational support for the university's academic assessment initiatives. This position is responsible supporting academic unit and general education efforts to assess student learning outcomes and academic program effectiveness. The Curriculum and Assessment Specialist collaborates with faculty, department chairs, deans, and administrative units to promote optimal program development and a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement aligned with accreditation standards and institutional goals.

Academic Program Assessment Support

• Support UAC's annual assessment plan aligned with strategic priorities and accreditation.
• Assist programs in defining and measuring student learning outcomes.
• Provide faculty training on assessment design, data collection, and analysis.
• Ensure quality and consistency of program assessment reports.
• Provide assessment guidance for new program development.

Data Management & Analysis

• Collect, analyze, and synthesize assessment data for academic and General Education programs.
• Partner with Institutional Analytics and Institutional Effectiveness on data needs.

Reporting & Accreditation

• Support the preparation of assessment reports for leadership and governance committees.
• Support self-studies, accreditation reporting, and site visits.
• Manage annual assessment submission, documentation, and archiving

Collaboration & Capacity Building

• Promote collaboration around meaningful assessment practices.
• Facilitate workshops and develop resources to build assessment capacity.
• Advance a culture of evidence-based decision-making.

General Education Assessment Oversight

• Oversee assessment processes and reporting for General Education programs.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 4 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Master's degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Educational Research, or a related field.
• Experience in education or higher education assessment, institutional research, or academic administration.
• Demonstrated knowledge of assessment theory, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, and staff.

Starts at $57,738 commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application materials must include a cover letter and updated resume.

For best consideration submit application materials by January 11, 2026. Position will continue to accept and review applications until filled.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.