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Western Governors University · 5 hours ago

Learning Resource Curator

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityEntry, Mid Level
money$50K/yr - $75K/yr
date2+ years exp

Western Governors University is committed to expanding access to higher education through innovative online programs. The Learning Resource Curator will be responsible for curating and maintaining high-quality learning resources that support students' educational experiences, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure resource relevance and accessibility.

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Responsibilities

Collaborates with Schools and Lead PDOs to curate a comprehensive collection of learning resources aligned with program objectives and student needs
Establishes and maintains a centralized asset tracker to monitor the learning resource lifecycle from proposal through execution, ensuring timely updates and accessibility
Evaluates the suitability of existing resources versus the need for custom-created content, considering factors such as learning experience, affordability, reading level, integrability, and accessibility
Provides the design organization with a curated list of vetted resources, enabling designers to make informed choices and streamline course development processes
Ensures approved learning resources and experiences are relevant and ready for immediate inclusion in course development, facilitating a smooth transition from design to development phases
Collaborates with program development staff and School partners to optimize testing and access to curated resources through learning management systems or educational platforms
Maintains integrity to the program through the ongoing review of relevancy, currency, and value of LRs in the context of industry and student expectations and needs for a full product lifecycle inclusive of redevelopment and continuous quality improvement cycles
Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Qualification

Open Educational Resources (OER)Learning resource analysisInstructional designAsset-tracking systemsAccessibility standardsCustomer service experienceSales experienceMarketing experienceCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's Degree
2 years of related experience
Previous experience with online instruction and adult learning models
Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain detailed asset-tracking systems
Knowledge of Open Educational Resources (OER), library resources, textbook publishers, simulations, labs, and third-party learning materials
Familiarity with accessibility standards and practices in educational content
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to successfully complete complex projects using a collaborative work model
Experience with online instructional platforms, learning resource analysis/development, or instructional design/development
Ability to stay 'in the know' of advancements and changes in the assigned School's industry to ensure curated resources are up-to-date and relevant
Be an in-house expert in industry certification trends and business to keep PDOs aware of changes that will impact programs
Be continually aware of Learning Resource provider's catalog, capabilities, and innovations to make sure WGU is always taking advantage of best-in-class resources for our students

Preferred

Customer service, sales, or marketing experience

Benefits

Bonuses
Medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare
Health savings account and flexible spending account
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability coverage
Accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages
Legal and identity theft coverage
Retirement savings plan
Wellbeing program
Discounted WGU tuition
Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual
Flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual
11 paid holidays
Other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave

Company

Western Governors University

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Western Governors University focuses on improving lives by creating pathways to opportunity for its students.
dateFounded in 1997
location
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.wgu.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

Western Governors University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (6)
2024 (4)
2023 (12)
2022 (30)
2021 (17)
2020 (37)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
Kauffman Foundation
2025-05-08Grant

Leadership Team

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Stephen Herzig
Vice President of Enterprise Solutions
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Kacey Thorne
Senior Director, Academic Strategic Initiatives
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