Strayer

Accreditation Specialist

Minneapolis, MN

No sponsorship$25k-$50kDetected 22 days ago

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About the role

This is a hybrid position that requires both remote and onsite work at the corporate office in Minneapolis.
For most roles travel would not be common.
In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided.

Develop and execute project plans for deliverables across the accreditation lifecycle in collaboration with academic directors and accreditation staff.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records; track key dates and accreditor deadlines.
Facilitate meetings and document and communicate critical activities and results by note-taking and providing consistent status updates to leadership that communicate risk assessment.
Manage and administer surveys; analyze preliminary data.
Implement standardized templates, trackers, and processes, and proactively participate in collaborative process improvements.
Enter and maintain data in tracking systems; compile summary reports to support informed decision-making.
Provide insights to academic leaders on program needs to meet and maintain compliance with external rules or standards.
Actively manage relationships with external agencies in collaboration with academic leaders through timely communications, conference attendance, and professional engagement.
Create and manage invitations and other communications to participants and stakeholders of work sessions and site visits.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.

The Accreditation Specialist leads cross-functional project teams to produce high-quality accreditation deliverables and events (such as applications, self-studies, required reports, and site visits).
Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise.
Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Analytical and critical thinking, including the ability to understand and synthesize complex information.
Excellent written and oral communication, especially expository writing, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
Commitment to quality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Self-motivated learner with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to remain professional, flexible, and composed under pressure; comfortable with adapting to new or evolving work directions.
High level of organization, including prioritizing tasks, time management, and use of IT systems.
High level of proficiency with Microsoft 365.
Work Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; master's degree from an accredited institution is strongly preferred.
All degrees must be conferred from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
Able to access information using a computer.

Lead annual quality assurance processes, including data reports and accreditation attestations.

Provide cross-coverage and assist team members as needed to maintain continuity of operations and workflow.

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