Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the ongoing processes associated with accreditation and re-accreditation efforts and quality assessment and improvement for the School of Public Health, including appropriate assessment and assurance of learning processes related to CEPH accreditation standards. Responsible for aligning assessment goals with teaching and learning, to align with the School of Public Health’s strategic direction as well as in collaboration with the Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and the Associate Dean for Education and to maintain and monitor all data as consistent with the School’s strategic planning. Provides ongoing evaluation of all parts of the School of Public Health to ensure continuous improvement. Coordinates with the University’s strategic plan, Here and Next, to provide updates on progress toward completion of University strategic plan priorities.

This position requires the ability to work in a hybrid work arrangement and the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Job Description

Accreditation Compliance Oversight

• Provide leadership for accreditation compliance, consult with faculty, staff, and leadership to help formulate, plan, and align assessment activities within academic programs, and support services.
• Perform advanced analysis of unique and highly complex issues involving assessment, development, implementation, and maintenance of academic program accreditation and subsequent re-accreditation by CEPH.
• Analyze school and campus-wide policies and processes to ensure compliance with accreditation standards, making recommendations for changes or improvements. 
• Track accreditation activities and progress towards goals, while coordinating the resolution of issues that may jeopardize accreditation status and developing procedures to improve school efficiency, performance, and compliance.
• Review existing policies, procedures, and processes to identify gaps in compliance with CEPH accreditation standards, including written directives. Develop, write, revise, and assist in managing the catalog of policies and forms to meet accreditation standards, including written directives.
• Serve as the subject expert on the accreditation process, including serving as liaison with institutional accreditation representative; act as resource for good assessment practices and assist with conducting training and professional development activities associated with assessment.
• Assign, direct, and coordinate staff to achieve plans of action, make recommendations to school leadership, and engage in other activities in order to meet compliance with applicable accreditation standards.
• Recommend changes in policies and procedures when indicated by accreditation updates, updates in law, updates in regulations, changes or modifications.

Continuous Evaluation Oversight

• Create and implement strategy for regular evaluation of academic, student, faculty and staff policies.
• Create and implement strategy for regular curricular evaluation and improvement.
• Evaluate and update policies, systems, and procedures that foster a positive culture and maximize cross-functional collaboration and efficiency.
• Co-design faculty development, aligning development with assessment goals.
• Review school-wide student evaluation of faculty and align with assessment goals.
• Monitor data consistent with the School’s strategic direction and planning.

Coordination with Academic Program for Curricular Evaluation and Development

• Responsible for evaluating need for new courses and managing satisfaction with existing courses, and recruit faculty.
• Monitor program course evaluations, taking action as needed, including working with course instructor and Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs as well as Faculty Development Coordinator to suggest opportunities for faculty development.

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement    
• Ability to move to on and off-campus locations

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate studies in assessment, program evaluation, or a related discipline.
• Experience in designing and facilitating learning opportunities for diverse groups, educational assessment, maintaining learning environments and communities, and best practices in teaching and learning.
• Experience with institutional accreditation, such as the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) or a similar accrediting agency. 
• Experience with program evaluation and continuous quality improvement.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate complex academic processes, policies, and procedures. 
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects that yield successful outcomes.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced, team environment and work effectively under tight and often changing competing priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of stakeholders within and outside the university. 
• Ability to identify and resolve problems, develop alternative approaches and meet challenges with resourcefulness.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Confidentiality, Deadline Management, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Multitasking, Oral Communications, Problem Solving, Project Administration, Project Coordination, Project Management Software (PMS), Sound Judgment, Work Collaboratively, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G13

Salary Range

$65,900.00 - $112,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.