Director of Academic Transition Programs

Position Title: Director of Academic Transition Programs

Description:

The Division of
Undergraduate Academic Affairs (UAA) is searching for a Director of Academic Transition Programs (ATP) to oversee curriculum and
programmatic efforts for all students in transition with a particular focus on new students entering the university. The portfolio includes
oversight of University Seminars (UNIV), First-Year Seminars (FYS), and several programmatic initiatives including Summer Bridge and
partnering with Student Affairs to support campus Living-Learning Communities.

Department:

Academic Transition
Programs- Division of Undergraduate Academic Affairs

Academic
Transition Programs (ATP) is committed to supporting student success through comprehensive, life-cycle oriented curriculum and programs
designed to guide students as they transition into, through, and out of their university experience. The department offers dynamic academic
courses that focus on timely, relevant topics aimed to foster growth for all students, both in and out of the classroom. Both curriculum and
programmatic efforts continuously evolve to address the changing needs of the UMBC campus community, empowering students to thrive at every
stage of their academic journey and beyond. ATP is housed within the Division
of Undergraduate Academic Affairs (UAA) – working collaboratively and independently to offer courses and programs that contribute to
student success and support of the broader mission of the division and the university.

Position Overview:

Reporting
to the Division of Undergraduate Academic Affairs, the Director of Academic Transition Programs is responsible for oversight of all academic
transition curriculum and programmatic efforts supporting new first-year and transfer students as well as second year and graduating
students. Primary areas of responsibility include: developing and implementing academic transition courses through University Seminars
(UNIV), offering General Education Program (GEP) courses specifically for new students through First-Year Seminars (FYS), oversight of
Summer and Winter transition opportunities, including Summer Bridge, and oversight of the academic components of the Living-Learning
Communities in partnership with the Division of Student Affairs. 

Incumbent will assist with the creation and implementation of
a mandatory new student experience, ongoing development of curriculum to support transfer students/second-year students/graduating students,
assessing all ATP initiatives, and serving as a partner to a variety of departments across campus to advance student success and retention.
Position includes supervision of the ATP staff consisting of two Assistant Directors, one Program Coordinator, and one Executive
Administrative Assistant, and oversight of all instructional faculty, staff, and teaching assistants who teach within the
department. 

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at
$97,709 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available. 

Responsibilities:

Primary
Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide oversight of all curriculum and programming to support first-year, second-year,
  transfer, and graduating students in transition (including Academic Transition Courses, Academic Components of Living-Learning Communities
  in partnership with Student Affairs, New Student Experience Programs, and the Summer Bridge Program)

• Analyze and assess all
  curriculum and programmatic efforts for effectiveness in supporting student success, transition, and retention

• Supervise
  ATP staff as well as organize, schedule, and manage the ATP office suite recruit

  
  

• Hire, train, and indirectly supervise all
  faculty/staff instructors and teaching assistants for Academic Transition Courses

• Directly oversee ATP budget and make
  decisions that demonstrate fair and equitable budget distribution across curriculum and programs

  
  
• Serve on ATP, UAA, and
  University-Wide Committees that relate to the mission of ATP and/or UAA and develop and maintain partnerships across campus to support ATP
  curriculum and programs as well as UAA division-wide efforts

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s
  Degree in Higher Education/Student Affairs or a related field
• Five years of professional experience in Higher Education

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Doctoral Degree (In Higher Education/Student Affairs or Related Field)
• Experience with Curriculum Development & Assessment 
• Experience with Budget Oversight
• Previous Leadership
  and/or Supervision Experience 
• Understanding of Student Retention/Success/Transition Efforts 

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 

Special Instructions to
Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled. For best consideration,
please apply by February 16, 2026

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant
funded regular positions (Full benefits
summary click here):

Generous
Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave  
• 15 Days of Sick Leave  
• 15
  Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents
  after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement
  plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness
  opportunities
• & Much more

Salary:

Salary: $97,709 to $110,183 depending on qualifications and
experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited
to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business
considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible
compensation at the time of posting.

Hours: Full-Time

Type: Regular 

FLSA Status: Exempt

 Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not
discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX
Coordinator click here.   

Accommodation: 

If you require a
reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at
410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work
Authorization  As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your
identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.