Position Summary:

Highly skilled academic leader responsible for establishing and maintaining the College’s instructional and enrollment missions within the Undergraduate Studies area. Reporting to the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Studies, demonstrates strategic leadership and data-driven planning to operationalize all facets of instructional support, ensuring alignment with institutional goals. Adept at resolving complex issues through effective communication, research, and analysis, providing guidance to Chairs, Directors, and staff to influence policies, practices, and procedures. Collaborates closely with central administration to represent the college and departments, making impactful decisions related to curriculum, policy, and reporting.

Develops and implements strategies to advance student success and academic excellence across the College. Provides leadership, coordination, and quality assurance for undergraduate academic and student support operations, ensuring alignment with college and university policies and best practices. Oversees undergraduate curriculum processes, including proposal review, policy compliance, documentation, and faculty and staff training. Supports accreditation and assessment-related activities by coordinating processes, maintaining accurate records, and facilitating timely reporting. Leads initiatives that promote student achievement, uphold academic standards, and support cohesive academic operations. Partners with departments and college units to implement strategic priorities related to academic programs and student support. Serves as a liaison between the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies and internal and external stakeholders to support policy interpretation, communication, and collaboration in service of the College’s academic mission.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.