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Academic Program Accreditation Coordinator

North Carolina Central University

North Carolina Central University

Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024

Academic Program Accreditation Coordinator

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Posting Details

Position Information
Working Title Academic Program Accreditation Coordinator
Position Number 612281
Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time
Tenure Track No
FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months
If time limited, duration date
Position Overview
Primary Function of Organizational Unit
The Office of Institutional Research and Analysis operates primarily as the central unit for collecting, processing, analyzing, interpreting, reporting and maintaining official (historical) university data. The Office provides data, information, tools, and resources to the University community to support management planning and decision-making.
Primary Purpose of Position
Provides professional planning, coordination, and development in support of school/college-level accreditation goals and objectives. Continually monitors progress toward defined objectives by collecting and analyzing data and communicating with faculty, staff, and other constituents. Interfaces with technical personnel, academic administrators, external accrediting bodies, and other partners to ensure accurate compilation, retention, and submission of data.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of assessment methodologies, practices, and principles.
Knowledge of program or professional accreditation requirements and practices
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups
Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Knowledge of continuous quality improvement management principles and practices
Advanced research, analytical, critical thinking, and report writing skills
Ability to synthesize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and prepare and present reports effectively
Database management skills
Project management skills
Minimum Education/Experience
Masters degree in public policy, economics, business, education, sociology, data science or statistics required, doctoral degree in related fields

Five years’ experience supporting at least one professional or program-level accreditation process, or three years’ experience managing at least one professional or program-level accreditation process in a higher education setting, including using an electronic assessment management system, such as Taskstream

Three years’ experience in research design, data collection and retrieval, statistical analysis and reporting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required, preferred in a higher education setting.
Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation
None
Equal Opportunity Employer
North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Function Administration
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Plans, develops, coordinates, and implements accreditation activities across multiple programs; continually monitors progress toward identified goals and objectives to support continual accreditation of each program.
Function Administration
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Collects and compiles data and artefacts related to faculty qualifications, curriculum standards, enrollment, and other academic activities for the purposes of accreditation.
Function Administration
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Develops, implements, and evaluates methods for collecting and analyzing data; collaborates with technical personnel and/or directly manages technical platforms for collecting, maintaining, and reporting data.

Function Administration
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Provides technical and professional guidance, consultation and support to faculty, staff, school/college administrators, and other related personnel as it pertains to the school/college’s progress toward accreditation, collection of data, and other related activities.
Function Administration
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Analyzes and compiles comprehensive statistical and narrative data; assists with the preparation of official assessment reports to summarize findings.
Function Administration
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Plans, develops, and implements various special projects as assigned; plans, coordinates, promotes and facilitates special events, programs, and/or activities.
Function Research
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Reviews and ensures accurate completion and timely submission of governmental, University, and other reports as required, with respect to assigned areas of responsibilities.
Function Research
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Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.


Function Other Duties as Assigned
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Other Duties as Assigned
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number EPA03096P
Open Date 01/29/2024
Date desired for closing or initial review 02/26/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Date Position Available 03/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)
Optional Documents
  1. DD-214 (for Veterans Only)
  2. List of References

Supplemental Questions

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