Director, QEP Position Available In Muscogee, Georgia

Director, QEP Columbus State University – 4.1

Columbus, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$74.6K – $98.1K a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Doctoral degree Educational Administration 5 years Employee orientation Academic advising Master’s degree Project management Senior level Project leadership Leadership Communication skills

Full Job Description Director, QEP Job ID:

287072

Location:

Columbus State University Full/Part Time:

Full Time Regular/Temporary:

Regular About Us Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions – and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world. Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey. Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and 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 (if applicable). 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! Department Information Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President Job Summary Columbus State University (CSU) seeks a dynamic and experienced Director of QEP to lead the development, implementation, and oversight of the university’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). This role will be instrumental in advancing CSU’s student success efforts to improve retention, persistence, and degree completion. Reporting to the Director of Accreditation and Compliance, the Director will collaborate closely with the Assistant Vice President for Student Success as well as with faculty, staff, and administrators to align student success initiatives with CSU’s mission, ensuring data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Significant Duties and Responsibilities include: QEP Leadership & Implementation – Lead the execution of CSU’s QEP, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards and institutional goals. Oversee the assessment, reporting, and continuous improvement of QEP-related initiatives, ensuring compliance with SACSCOC accreditation requirements. Serve as the primary liaison between CSU and accrediting bodies regarding QEP progress and outcomes. Develop and implement strategies to enhance student learning, engagement, and success through structured academic and career pathways.; Program Development & Administration – Coordinate with academic departments, advising, career services, and faculty to design and refine clear academic and career pathways for students. Lead efforts to integrate Designing Your Life (DYL) principles into CSU’s student experience, from orientation through graduation. Ensure alignment between the QEP, First-Year Experience, Corequisite Learning Support, and other student success programs. Oversee professional development opportunities for faculty and staff related to student success and pathway development.; Data-Driven Decision Making & Assessment – Utilize data analytics to measure the impact of the QEP and student success initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement. Develop and maintain a system for tracking student retention, graduation rates, and time-to-degree metrics. Provide reports, presentations, and updates on QEP progress to university leadership and stakeholders.; Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement – Work closely with faculty, advisors, student support services, and administrators to ensure coordinated student success efforts. Engage with external partners, including K-12 institutions, employers, and community organizations, to support career exploration and workforce alignment. Lead campus-wide communication and outreach related to the QEP and student success initiatives.

Required Qualifications Required Qualifications include:

Master’s degree in higher education administration, student affairs, educational leadership, or a related field (Doctorate preferred).; Minimum of 5 years of experience in student success, academic advising, or related areas.; Experience with assessment, accreditation processes (SACSCOC preferred), or data analysis for program evaluation.; Strong leadership, project management, and collaboration skills.; Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with experience in stakeholder engagement and reporting.

Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:

Experience implementing Designing Your Life (DYL) or other career development frameworks.; Preferred ICF Coaching certification or willingness to obtain the certification.; Knowledge of high-impact practices (HIPs), learning communities, and experiential learning strategies.; Familiarity with student success technologies, such as Target X, Degree Works, or similar platforms.; Experience with SACSCOC Quality Enhancement Plan and the requirements associated. Required Documents to Attach Interested candidates should submit: A cover letter detailing their QEP experience and student success expertise. A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume. Contact information for three professional references. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape student success at CSU, ensuring that all students have the support, structure, and resources to achieve their academic and career goals. Contact Information If you have any questions, please contact Amber Dees, Hiring Manager, via email at USG Core Values The University System of Georgia 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 on-line 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 on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values Excellence:

Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity:

Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement:

Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability:

Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion:

Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership:

Leading through ethical empowerment and service. Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties: A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage; Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter. •Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. •

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 information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom. Equal Employment Opportunity Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position will not travel This position does not require security clearance. Background Check Position of Trust + Education Special Applicant Instructions Visit Columbus State University’s online Careers portal to drive your career with us! The online applicant system provides you with the ability to review job opportunities and apply to those that you are interested in and feel qualified for. Each job posting has a summary description of the position and required qualifications. All job applications must be submitted through the online portal system. To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=30000&JobOpeningId=287072&PostingSeq=1 jeid-9a4eebe13f8a8a42ad8f393795df215f