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• Advance the CTL vision in alignment with institutional priorities, Office for Institutional Engagement, and campus stakeholders.
• Lead and coordinate CTL operations, including programming, communication, and resource management to ensure effective service delivery.
• Design, implement, and continuously improve CTL initiatives that promote evidence-based, innovative teaching and learning practices.
• Assess and evaluate efforts related to CTL programming, faculty development, student learning outcomes, and institutional effectiveness.
• Promote holistic and proactive advising and teaching practices that support faculty, staff, and the evolving needs of learners.
• Contribute to grant-funded initiatives and projects that support faculty and staff development, academic excellence, and student retention and success.

• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with the CTL team, faculty, staff, and campus units to support innovative teaching practices, curriculum design, and assessment efforts.
• Ensure ongoing communication, collaboration, and alignment with the Office for Institutional Engagement and the Vice Chancellor for Institutional Engagement. 
• Support the development and implementation of professional development opportunities related to Universal Design for Learning, proactive advising, and other high-impact practices that increase student retention and success.
• Collaborate with Academic Innovation & Technology to support the integration of instructional technologies that enhance advising, teaching, and learning.
• Represent the CTL on university committees and collaborative initiatives to support alignment with institutional priorities and address emerging faculty, staff, and student needs.
• Provide input and subject matter support for institutional processes and initiatives related to teaching and advising, including the development and refinement of standards such as the Teaching Effectiveness Standards for Evaluation (TESE).
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• Coordinate and support the design and delivery of workshops, seminars, consultations, and other professional development opportunities related to advising and evidence-based teaching practices across disciplines.
• Plan and coordinate university-wide events that promote advising, teaching, and learning initiatives such as the winter and fall symposiums. 
• Develop and implement advising and teaching-related programs within institutional initiatives such as New Faculty Orientation, UDL, and related programs.
• Develop and facilitate faculty and staff learning communities, faculty fellows program, campus expertise network, and others to build the capacity of faculty for effective teaching, learning,  advising, and student success.

• Provide leadership and support for the development of professional learning modules and programs to support advising and teaching.
• Foster continuous improvement in advising and pedagogy by promoting current research, evidence-based practices, and emerging trends in higher education.
• Coordinate and oversee CTL communications and digital resources, including the website, newsletters, and related platforms, to highlight CTL programs, impact, and campus engagement. 
• Provide coordination and oversight of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Hub, ensuring content remains current, accessible, and aligned with institutional priorities for student success.

• Assist in the management of the center budget 
• Assist in the coordination of UNK Teaching & Advising awards
• Assist in the administration of University Teaching and/or Advising Grants, and other duties as assigned.

1. COLLABORATION and PROVIDE WORK DIRECTION
   • Work closely with campus divisions and stakeholders.
   • Provide clear, consistent, and tailored communication to ensure alignment, strengthen decision-making, and build campus trust of CTL.
   • Provide regular updates, seek feedback, and adapt to stakeholder needs to support project success.

 GENERAL GUIDELINES

2. • Identify stakeholders and campus needs and barriers and tailor interventions to improve processes and practices.
   • Engage in ongoing assessment of CTL services and professional development and collaborate with Office for Institutional Engagement in reporting outcomes and improvements. 
   • Maximizes productivity through use of appropriate tools, planned training and performance initiatives.
   • Assist in research and develop resources that create timely and efficient workflow.
   • Assists in preparing progress reports; informing the Office for Institutional Engagement of project status and deviation from goals.
   • Ensure completion, accuracy, and timeliness of all operational functions.
   • Pursue external funding opportunities to strengthen CTL functions and sustainability. 

The position requires expertise in evidence-based teaching, advising, and faculty development, with the ability to support the design, implementation, and assessment of programs that advance student success. The individual must demonstrate leadership and coordination skills, assist with planning efforts, and contribute to partnership development across academic and administrative units. Effective communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills are essential for engaging faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. The role also demands the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, support project implementation, and foster continuous improvement by staying current with research, best practices, and instructional technologies in higher education.

The role requires the ability to identify challenges, analyze contributing factors, and assist in developing solutions that support teaching, advising, and program operations. Strong judgment is important to inform decision-making and support alignment with institutional priorities, stakeholder needs, and budget considerations, while ensuring consistency with best practices and the university’s mission.

This position supports efforts to enhance teaching and advising across the institution by promoting evidence-based, and innovative practices that contribute to student success and retention. By contributing to professional development initiatives, supporting advising, pedagogy, and engaging with the scholarship of teaching and learning, the role helps strengthen faculty effectiveness and the university’s academic environment. Additionally, the position assists with partnership development, supports continuous improvement efforts, and helps align activities with institutional priorities, contributing to a culture of excellence in teaching, advising, and student learning outcomes.

This position assists with a limited operational budget to support the initiatives of the Center for Teaching and Learning. The role requires careful stewardship to fund professional development programs, events, and center operations while demonstrating fiscal responsibility and transparency.

Decisions and recommendations in this position contribute to the quality of teaching, advising, and student learning outcomes across campus. By supporting faculty development efforts, instructional practices, and resource use, this role provides input that helps inform institutional initiatives, promote responsiveness to all constituents, and enhances the overall academic experience and campus culture.

This position interacts with a variety of stakeholders, including faculty and academic advisors, students, OGSAI, Office for Institutional Engagement, department chairs, deans, Academic Affairs leadership, ITS, Student Services, and external partners.

Supervised by the Associate Vice Chancellor for Institutional Engagement.

No

Managerial/ Professional,Temporary/ On-Call,Students

Indirect coordination and supervision over graduate assistants, faculty, or staff helping on specific projects.

Office,Classroom