Director of Accreditation
Calbright College

Job Info

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The Position

Title: Director of Accreditation

Position Type: Full time

Requisition No: 24048

Category: Administration

Supervisor: Dean of Learning and Instruction

Last Updated: February 2024

Job Purpose: This position leads the accreditation process, ensures compliance with all institutional and specialized accreditation standards, and fosters relentless improvement across all academic and non-academic divisions.

Location: Remote, various locations throughout California

Salary Range: The beginning salary range for this position is Range M-20, (Steps 1-3) $147,295.97 - $162,421.33.

The first review of applications shall occur approximately on April 22, 2024

Position Overview

The Director of Accreditation plays a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the quality and integrity of our institution's academic programs. This position is responsible for working cross-functionally to lead the accreditation process, ensuring compliance with all institutional and specialized accreditation standards, and fostering relentless improvement across all academic and non-academic departments. The Director serves as the primary accreditation liaison officer between the institution and accrediting bodies, coordinates the renewal of the accreditation process, including the self-evaluation report and all corresponding evidence, the site visit, and oversees the submission of all required accreditation annual and ad hoc reports and documentation. This role requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of higher education policies, accreditation standards, and a commitment to academic excellence.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the role and are not intended to cover all of the duties performed within the scope of work.

• Lead and manage the accreditation process, ensuring compliance with institutional and specialized accreditation standards.
• Complete all accreditor-required ALO training and certifications
• Work cross-functionally with institution-wide stakeholders (including student success, marketing, finance, operations, enrollment services, research & development)
• Coordinate the preparation of substantive and non-substantive changes, the self-study evaluation, and renewal cycles, including evidence of compliance with all standards, site visits, and required follow-up reports
• Serve as the primary liaison between the institution and accrediting agencies, maintaining open and effective communication.
• Facilitate training and workshops for faculty and staff on accreditation processes, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with administration and appropriate team members to develop and monitor action plans for addressing accreditation recommendations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes (including attending accrediting agencies conferences, workshops, etc.) in accreditation standards and regulations, advising the institution on necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate on developing and implementing an internal review process to ensure ongoing compliance with all standards and substantive and non-substantive change processes.

• Perform other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of higher education institutional accreditation processes and standards.
• Strong leadership, management, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and present findings clearly and effectively.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of higher education curriculum development, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
• Proficiency in using technology for data management and communication.
• Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, staff, and faculty.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in education, administration, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in higher education administration, with a significant focus on accreditation and academic quality assurance.
• Demonstrated experience in leading accreditation processes and liaising with accrediting agencies.
• Familiarity with online learning environments and accreditation standards related to distance education.
• Proven track record of effective project management and team leadership.

Desired Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant field.
• Experience with both regional and specialized accreditation in higher education.
• Evidence of professional engagement and leadership in accreditation or quality assurance organizations.

Working Conditions and Travel

• Calbright College is a statewide online college where all instruction and support are done via various online technologies both in person and remotely. Calbright College has administrative offices in Sacramento available for use. When working remotely, employees should be able and willing to use digital communication tools as used by the college, and have the ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in Calbright College policies, procedures, and Title IX.
• Calbright College celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing Calbright College's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.
• Requires the ability to function in a remote online instructional environment performing work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to use hearing and speech to make presentations to groups and carry on conversations over the phone and in-person. Requires speaking skills to communicate with staff and students in one-on-one and small group settings, on the phone, and to distinguish sound prompts from various types of equipment. Requires near visual acuity to read printed materials and computer screens. Requires sufficient hand/arm/finger dexterity to retrieve work materials, operate a personal computer keyboard, and operate standard office equipment. Requires the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Calbright College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Calbright College complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Who We Are

Calbright College is one of California's newest community colleges - the first statewide, online campus designed to bridge the gap between employers with unfilled positions and students who don't have either the time or money to attend a traditional school. Our mission is to increase economic mobility and close equity gaps for working adults who lack easy access to traditional forms of higher education by offering online, flexible, affordable skills-based programs that provide tangible economic value for both working adults and hiring managers.

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