Job Description

Director, COEHD Accreditation and Assessment
Job ID: 286869
Location: Summerville Campus
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary:
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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Augusta University College of Education and Human Development is committed to being a relevant, responsive, and respected organization with a keen focus toward high impact work in the community. Our faculty, students, and alumni are committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities through the comprehensive study and effective practice of education. Through bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctoral degree, and professional development programs, we cultivate innovative educational leaders, advance health practices through research in kinesiology, explore the most important questions in public education, and share exciting ideas and best practices across the world.
Job Summary
The Director works collaboratively with the Deans, Department Chairs, and Program Coordinators, overseeing the policies that create, foster, and sustain excellence in all programs leading to certification. The Director will guide the development of policies and processes to support academic programs leading to accreditation and will ensure the recruitment, matriculation, graduation, and induction of outstanding graduates.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
ACCREDITATION SUPPORT: Assists in the educator preparation and counseling accreditation reporting activities and follow-up activities. Organize information and data to ensure accreditation compliance reports and documentation are completed according to stated requirements. Supports accreditation and assessment initiatives alignment with accreditation requirements, continuous improvement, and student success efforts. Assumes broad responsibility for assessment programs, including assessment validity, reliability, quality, and accuracy. Supports accreditation and assessment timelines, scheduling, submission, and documentation of assessment cycle milestones for all programs.
Collaborates with Associate Deans, EPP, Department Chairs, and faculty to develop key assessments to demonstrate standards-based performance as required by accreditation. Collaborates with other members of the Dean's Office to produce assessment reports for internal (i.e., college and university reporting) and external constituents (i.e., governing bodies).
EDUCATOR PREPARATION AND COUNSELING SUPPORT: Designs and facilitates professional development opportunities relating to assessment, accreditation, and electronic assessment management systems for students and faculty. Maintains relevancy and currency of web-based resource sites for candidates, faculty, and collaborating teachers. Provides leadership and support to faculty and programs regarding best practices in assessment design, implementation, and interpretation of reports and analysis to guide improvements. Works collaboratively with Educator Preparation Provider (EPP) and counseling faculty as well as students to advance assessment initiatives to meet accreditation expectations.
TECHNOLOGY AND RESOURCE SUPPORT: Assists students and faculty by providing instructional support and IT support as appropriate. Manages instructional resources and collaborates with the campus library.
DATA MANAGEMENT: Oversees the development and technical administration of Chalk and Wire, an electronic assessment system, and supervises student assistants and /or graduate assistant(s) when applicable. Maintains, manages, and supports all College of Education and Human Development web-based and technology resources (i.e., website maintenance, security, and online storefront).
OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in an educational related field of study with a minimum of five years of related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university of higher education in a field applicable to the job duties; examples include but are not limited to 1) Education Research, 2) Data Science, 3) Program Evaluation and assessment, 4)Measurement and Evaluation, 5)Instructional Technology, or 6)Information Technology.
Preferred Experience
Four years of education-related experience
Relevant experience in accreditation and assessment design in an education setting.
Experience with electronic assessment systems (e.g., Chalk and Wire, Banner, Crystal) and learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard, Desire2Learn).
Previous experience managing/supporting the preparation process for accreditation and/or compliance reviews.
Experience utilizing technology as an effective communication tool and providing technology-enhanced learning opportunities.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledgeable of assessment trends and best practices in the assessment of student learning outcomes and program outcomes.
SKILLS
To demonstrate strong analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills.
Skills to work independently to perform complex tasks efficiently.
Skills to maintain high ethical standards and commitment to confidentiality.
Skills to demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students and the College's educational role.
Possess outstanding people skills and a thorough understanding of, and commitment to USG policies governing operations; to remain flexible and adaptable as processes change.
ABILITIES
Ability to organize, attend to detail, and communicate (strong written and verbal communication).
Ability to remain resourceful in conducting effective and efficient office operations to facilitate and support the mission of the college and university.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B12
Salary: Minimum $62,300/annual
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) of the position.
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365
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