Learning Management & Academic Operations Specialist

Learning Management & Academic Operations Specialist University of South Florida - 4.1 Tampa, FL Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $65,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Educational Administration Social work Mid-level System maintenance Education E-learning platforms Bachelor's degree in education Systems & applications support Academic program coordination Canvas LMS software 2 years

Full Job Description Organizational Summary:

The Learning Management & Academic Operations Specialist provides hands-on support for the learning management system (LMS) and the departmental course-delivery infrastructure. The role, through quality management, ensures that online, hybrid, and technology-supported courses are accurate, consistent, accessible, and aligned with institutional standards across academic terms. The position focuses on LMS administration, course shell maintenance, faculty support, and coordination with instructional design partners, rather than primary course design or development. The role plays a critical part in sustaining course quality at scale by supporting routine updates, enforcing standards, and serving as a reliable point of contact for learning system operations. The position provides in-unit support for Learning Management System management including maintenance of existing, faculty-approved syllabi across multiple programs and courses that together serve over 1,000 students to provide a uniform and consistent course delivery experience for both faculty and students.

Department:

School of Social Work Salary:

$50,000 - $65,000

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in education, instructional technology, academic administration, or a related field (or equivalent direct experience)

Degree Equivalency Clause:

Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree. Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the

U.S. SB 1310

Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed: (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree; (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree; (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment. Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in social work (either education or experience) preferred. Demonstrated experience working with a learning management system (Canvas preferred). Experience supporting faculty, academic programs, or course delivery operations in higher education or a comparable environment. Working knowledge of accessibility standards and compliance requirements. 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.