The
Vice President for Accreditation will oversee the following functional areas in
collaboration with the President:
Accreditation
leadership, coordination and advising on SACSCOC (40%) -
Serves as Institutional Accreditation Liaison for SACSCOC.
Recommends development and modification of University-wide policies and
procedures as they pertain to SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation, policies,
and guidelines.
Leads
the Universities comprehensive SACSCOC reaffirmation efforts and help prepare
for off-site and on-site accreditation visits.
Provides
University-wide support for the development and institutionalization of the
Quality Enhancement Plan.
Coordinates
periodic SACSCOC reports, including the Annual Profile, Fifth Year Interim
Report, and any other reports required by the Commission.
Oversees
the management of the University’s Substantive Change procedures and develops
mechanisms for the reporting of Substantive Change.
Committee
Work (20%) -
Chairs Assessment of Learning Outcomes Committee and works with program
directors and coordinators to report data appropriately.
Participates
in the Administrative Council, the Deans Council, the Academic Committee, the
Graduate Council, and the General Education Committee.
Strategic
Plan Oversight (20%) -
Works with other vice presidents to maintain strategic plan data and present
quarterly reports to the cabinet.
Coordinates Accreditation Calendar and Assistance with Specialized
Accreditation (20%) -
Collaborates with deans and schools seeking specialized program accreditation
and coordinates alignment with SACSCOC processes.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
There are no supervisory responsibilities for
this position at this time.
COMPETENCIES: This is your opportunity to demonstrate how your education and/or experience in your current or previous job relates to each function of this position.
Interview decisions are partially based on this information.
On a separate sheet of paper, write a paragraph for each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and
researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work
flows and procedures.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and
thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps
others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
Change
Management - Develops
workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds
commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by
change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
Impact
& Influence - Pursues and wins support for ideas; displays ability to influence
key decision-makers; achieves win-win outcomes; uses authority appropriately to
accomplish goals; addresses divergent opinions.
Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions;
exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for
decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely
decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning and Computer Skills):
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read,
analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports,
business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present
information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients,
customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with
mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and
fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply
concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical
situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts,
and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of
technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several
abstract and concrete variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, project management
software, order processing systems, internet software, and database, development,
and contact management systems.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Required Qualifications:
Earned
doctorate from a regionally accredited institution.
Seven
years combined accreditation experience and higher education leadership within
an institution, or an accrediting agency.
Management
and cross-functional collaboration experience.
Preferred
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor from an
accredited institution with graduate coursework in statistics.
Experience on SACSCOC
off-site or on-site committees.
Knowledge of SACSCOC
Principles of Accreditation and experience engaging with Commission staff.
Knowledge of the campus
community, its processes, procedures, and internal and external constituencies.
Skills in oral and
written communication.
Knowledge of academic
program development, design, implementation, and assessment.
Knowledge of faculty
credentialing policies and practices.
Knowledge of computers
and job-related software programs.
Knowledge of
cooperative arrangements (e.g., MOU's).
Skill in interacting
with interdisciplinary teams for needs assessment, program development, and
program implementation.
Skill in managing
budgets and maintaining fiscal controls.
Skill in identifying
and resolving problems.
Skill in decision
making and problem solving.
Skill
in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
The
above requirements will be validated through the written competencies provided
by the applicant in addition to the interview process and reference checks
regarding past employment experience, etc.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
None are required for this position at this time.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by
an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use
hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10
– 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 - 50 pounds.
Specific vision
abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
The job is sedentary in nature. Must be able to sit
for long periods of time while performing office functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position is an Exempt/Salaried Full-Time Staff
position.
A
minimum of a 40-hour work week is expected. Irregular hours and evening and
weekend work and/or assignments beyond a 40-hour week is required during peak
season(s) and/or to meet project deadlines when applicable.
Additional travel may be required on occasion to
attend training workshops.
Must have and
maintain a valid Class C Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record
to be insurable under the university liability policy.
Must be able to drive to
complete work assignments on and off campus, as needed.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees, see the HSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.