Job Title: Institutional Accreditation and Assessment Systems Manager Physical Location: Kent Campus - Kent, OH Salary: $59,961 - $62,000 Basic Function: Provide university-level operational leadership for tools and technology that support student learning assessment, academic program review, and accreditation. Reports to designated supervisor. Additional Basic Function – if applicable: Examples of Duties: Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Manage frameworks, processes and systems for assessment plans/reports, academic program review self-studies, and accreditation evidence. Identify and assemble evidence artifacts for accreditation and continuous improvement. Track substantive change metrics for accreditation and prepare draft applications when required. Liaise with units for specialized accreditation awareness (timelines/status); maintain the central listing and notify stakeholders of upcoming cycles. Provide workshops, training and outreach for the use of assessment tools and platforms. Assist with administering university-wide student engagement and other surveys related to academic affairs, documentation and maintaining IRB materials. Create, update and utilize dashboards (PowerBI) to support institutional effectiveness efforts and related reporting requirements. Track licensure pass rates and assemble other data as needed for updating the student outcomes website for federal compliance review. Perform related duties as assigned. Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable: Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in a relevant field and three years of experience in higher education supporting assessment, accreditation, academic program review or academic systems; experience with training facilitation and data analysis. Knowledge Of: Assessment and accreditation Data management and report generation Personal computer applications and data analysis software University structure, academic development and programs Skill In: Written and interpersonal communication, including public speaking Collaboration to effectively work with internal and external constituencies and organizations Research and data analysis Ability To: Work in a highly complex and detail-oriented compliance environment Work independently and as part of a team Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments Demonstrate ability to successfully collaborate with faculty, deans, and directors from a wide variety of programs and university governance groups Quickly learn new technologies and systems Synthesize multiple sources of information and act responsibly in an ambiguous and changing environment Preferred Qualifications – if applicable: Experience with accreditor policies, processes and requirements; large-scale cross-divisional projects; assessment and accreditation platforms. Assessments: Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies. Working Conditions / Physical Requirements: None. Special Instructions Summary: Additional Information: Must pass a security check. Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco is not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free http://www.kent.edu/smoke-free >. Disclaimer: The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.