Director, Institutional Effectiveness (Accreditation) Position Available In Polk, Florida

Director, Institutional Effectiveness (Accreditation) 
Salary $57,778.36 – $73,930.13 Annually Location Winter Haven Job Type Full-Time Job Number 202500047 Org Inst Eff, Accr & Research Admin Opening Date 02/24/2025 DESCRIPTION
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Description Job Description:

Reporting to the Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Research, the Director of Institutional Effectiveness provides support and coordination of activities associated with institutional effectiveness, including accreditation, and planning. The Director of Institutional Effectiveness provides leadership for college-wide strategic planning initiatives, administrative and curriculum program review, assessment/evaluation, institutional and programmatic accreditation, and student learning outcomes.

Examples of Duties Essential Functions/Duties:

Works with the Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Research to develop a framework to prioritize and manage transformation in alignment with strategic and mission-related priorities.
Support and coordinate strategic planning processes at the institutional and departmental levels at the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Research.
Support and coordinate accreditation processes at the institutional and programmatic levels at the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Research.
Coordinates college-wide systems of academic and service area master plans; provides training and support to departments in designing institutional effectiveness processes; and delivers monitoring reports.
Direct the assessment and program review processes for academic and service areas.
Oversees the collection and analysis of various assessment data to support programmatic assessment processes and academic program review, including dissemination of results and assisting others with understanding and appropriately utilizing and applying them.
Coordinates the administration of various internal and national assessment instruments, including surveys and focus groups.
Records, stores, manages, and disseminates, as appropriate, all assessment data. Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Research in the identification of appropriate data require for planning, assessment, and accreditation activities.

Consulting Tasks:

Consult with all departments, primarily with Academic Affairs, Student Services, and the College’s Administrative Units.
The position works closely with all staff, faculty and the academic assessment coordinator(s) on all college-wide assessment and Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Research related documentation.

Typical Qualifications Required Skills:

Knowledge of continuous quality improvement management principles and practices.
Knowledge of the use of data and research to support institutional strategies.
Knowledge of assessment of student learning outcomes methodologies, practices, and principles.
Knowledge of both institutional and programmatic accreditation processes and requirements.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Advanced research, analytical, critical thinking and report writing skills.
Ability to synthesize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and prepare and present reports effectively.
Ability to develop and deliver effective training materials to faculty and staff within area of professional specialty.
Knowledge of postsecondary education programs and processes.
Strong database management skills. Working Conditions/Additional Information
Small team with strong and empowered work relationships.
Occasional need to work after regular office hours to complete imminent projects.
Individual office in busy, multi-office work area.
Require flexibility and the ability to adapt well to changes. Salary and Benefits Information
This position is level P16. We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers. Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Required Education:

A master’s degree in higher education or related field from a regionally accredited college or university is required.

Preferred Education:

A doctorate degree is preferred.

Required Experience:

At least three years of related experience in institutional and programmatic accreditation, assessment, planning, and/or continuous quality improvement preferably in a higher education environment. Supplemental Information Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered: a resume.
an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed). Important Information If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States. Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship. To request Veteran’s Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. Reasonable accommodation is considered on a case-by-case basis. Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position. Equal Opportunity Statement Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs, activities, or employment. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Lonnie Thompson
Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement
Title IX Coordinator
999 Avenue H, NE
Winter Haven, FL 33881
WAD 215A
863.297.1000, ext. 5378