Program Manager – SASC Instruction
Requisition Number:
73193
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
16-Jul-2026
Date Posted:
02-Jul-2026
Job Summary
Student Academic Success Center (SASC) at CU Boulder invites applications for The Program Manager - SASC Instruction position! This is a full-time university staff position in the SASC that supports academic success through the administration of instructional programs and academic services. Reporting to the Director of SASC Instruction and serving as part of a three-member administrative team, this position handles daily program operations, including logistics, enrollment processes, assessment coordination, and communication/technology support.
The Program Manager contributes to the full instructional cycle, including course development, enrollment management, instructional support, enrichment activities, and course evaluation. The position also supports faculty appointments, training, evaluation, and promotion processes, and it provides day-to-day direction to student hourly employees.
In collaboration with the Director and program team, the Program Manager helps ensure that instructional and co-curricular activities align with program objectives and applicable university, state, and federal requirements. This role requires strong professionalism, collaboration, and initiative in a high-volume, team-based environment.
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.
Who We Are
The SASC Instruction Program serves eligible students through the Student Academic Success Center (SASC), an educational opportunity center within the Office of Undergraduate Education in Academic Affairs. The program supports students across the educational pathway from pre-college through post-baccalaureate study.
For more than 50 years, SASC has advanced student success at the University of Colorado Boulder by supporting students from backgrounds that have been historically underserved on our flagship campus. SASC brings together students, faculty, and staff in a collaborative environment focused on academic opportunity and achievement.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Program Management
Coordinates day-to-day operations of the SASC Instruction Program.
- Plans, implements, and evaluates programming in collaboration with the Director and team, including gateway courses, pedagogy trainings, faculty meetings, and academic events.
- Supports faculty-sponsored student interest groups by facilitating meetings and coordinating events with participants.
- Facilitates informational workshops that help students explore and map academic pathways.
- Coordinates academic support services with SASC programs and campus partners to promote support for student learning and faculty development.
- Carries out assigned and independent responsibilities to support delivery of approved program services and priorities.
Enrollment management
- Handles term-by-term enrollment operations for the SASC Instruction Program.
- Collaborates with the Director and team to assess student need, develop enrollment profiles, and place students in course sequences, supplemental instruction, and other academic services.
- Coordinates pre-enrollment and enrollment processes with SASC programs and campus partners to support student schedules, course offerings, space use, and operational efficiency.
- Handles enrollment requests, faculty consultations, and pathway-related advising coordination, including onboarding, transfer, intra-university transfer, and exploratory options.
- Coordinates course scheduling and operational support for SASC courses and co-curricular activities.
Assessment management
- Handles assessment and evaluation processes for the SASC Instruction Program.
- Partners with the Director to evaluate, align, and detail instructional activities and related academic services.
- Coordinates faculty performance planning, evaluation, reappointment, and promotion processes for lecturers and teaching professors.
- Collaborates with the Office of Undergraduate Education to collect, organize, and report program outcomes, including student learning outcomes.
Information management
- Handles program records, communications, and technology systems for the SASC Instruction Program.
- Maintains unit records related to faculty reappointment and promotion processes.
- Maintains and archives course materials for all SASC courses, including syllabi, assignment descriptions, and assessments.
- Handles the program website, Microsoft Teams memberships, distribution lists, classroom supplies, instructional technologies, data requests, and related administrative systems.
What You Should Know
Twelve (12) month academic calendar year from August to July. Monday to Friday. 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Hybrid schedule with three (3) days onsite and two (2) days remote. Additional evening or weekend hours as required.
What We Can Offer
The annual salary for this full-time position is $57,200.
Benefits
At the University of Colorado Boulder, we are committed to supporting the holistic health and well-being of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and retirement plans; generous paid time off; tuition assistance for you and your dependents; and an ECO Pass for local transit. As one of Boulder County’s largest employers, CU Boulder offers an inspiring academic community and access to world-class outdoor recreation. Explore additional perks and programs through the CU Advantage program.
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What We Require
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in any field.
- At least one of professional experience in K–12 or higher education administration.
- At least one year of experience in course enrollment management, student data analysis, or another data-informed administrative function
What You Will Need
- Ability to facilitate workshops, services, and meetings in person and online.
- Knowledge of transfer and intra-university transfer policies, or the ability to learn them quickly.
- Familiarity with learning management, student information, and customer relationship management systems used in higher education.
What We Would Like You to Have
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience in any field.
- Experience or familiarity with supplemental instruction, inclusive pedagogy, mixed-methods research, and high- impact educational practices.
- Experience with TRiO programs or comparable educational opportunity programs, including lived experience as a program participant.
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that briefly describes how your background and experience align with this position.
We may ask for references at a later time.
Please apply by July 16, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu