Director of Assessment and Accreditation; Teaching, Learning and Educational Leadership
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Professional
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Department:: College of Community and Public Affairs
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Sep 10, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 07814
Position ID:: 180883

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Staff Associate (SL-4)

Salary: $65,000

As the Director of Assessment and Accreditation for the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership, the candidate will oversee and implement all aspects of the assessment and accreditation plan. This will require, among other duties, consistent engagement with faculty, staff, and community partners to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and to facilitate continuous improvement.

Job duties will include the following:

• Supervising the creation and review of unit-wide and program-wide assessments, and leading data analysis for accreditation reports
• Stay up-to-date and knowledgeable on national, state, and SUNY policies, best practices, and initiatives in assessment, accreditation, curriculum
• Developing and managing assessment calendars
• Supervise the development of accreditation reports and visit
• Lead data analysis and report development for accreditation and continuous improvement
• State, Federal, other entities: Middle States, Title II, US News & Report, Research & Development, AAQEP, SUNY
• Lead assessment and accreditation-related meetings and initiatives with faculty, staff, and community partners, at least twice per semester
• Review and share data with stakeholders and provide recommendations for continuous improvement
• Oversee Taskstream Operations
• Coordinate and maintain CTLE records for the University
• Lead development of new program proposals (with faculty and chair)
• Liaison with Graduate School and Chair on the development of new courses and programs

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in assessment and accreditation within higher education and/or in K-12 schools
• Strong understanding of state and federal accreditation requirements
• Experience with data analysis and report development for accreditation and continuous improvement
• Proficiency with assessment management systems, such as Weave and Taskstream
• Strong organizational skills including problem-solving abilities and excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and external partners

Preferred:

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution
• Experience with SUNY policies and best practices in assessment and accreditation
• Familiarity with national accreditation and reporting entities such as Middle States, Title II, US News & World Report, and AAQEP
• Strong background in facilitating continuous improvement initiatives within an academic setting

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607-777-3660.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=180883

Deadline for Internal Applicants: September 24, 2024

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Please submit:

1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

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