Accreditation Data Specialist (Hybrid) University of Michigan - 4.2 Flint, MI Job Details Full-time $45,700 - $57,100 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Flexible spending account Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Data quality checks Data visualization software proficiency Qualitative data analysis Data preparation projects Academic institution experience Statistical analysis for research Data summary reports Databases Data quality management Experience at colleges/universities Data visualization projects Data analytics technologies University experience Full Job Description How to Apply A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary This position integrates quantitative and qualitative data/statistical analysis, program evaluation support, and stakeholder engagement, to aid in institutional compliance, strategic decision-making, and sustained accreditation readiness. This position is responsible for developing and managing data systems to support educational programs and compliance reporting. You will support the director of accreditation by way of institutional compliance with accreditation standards and processes; collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and institutional partners to collect accreditation data; manage, clean, and analyze accreditation datasets; and maintain accreditation documentation and reporting systems. The position also assists the Director of Accreditation with accreditation site visits, coordinating logistics, documentation, and institutional communication related to the accreditation review process. This position reports to the Director of Accreditation. Responsibilities

• Data Management Evaluate existing data collection and reporting processes and independently develop and implement improvements to support accreditation, regulatory compliance, and institutional decision-making. Manage data from multiple internal and external information systems and databases to maintain, organize, retrieve, and store relevant and timely data Evaluate, clean, validate, merge, and organize datasets from internal and external systems Collaborate with the Office of Institutional Analysis and other university partners to identify and obtain institutional data necessary for accreditation and program evaluation. Assessment & Evaluation Managing the collection of quantitative and qualitative data Analyze quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, compliance risks, and areas for improvement; interpret findings and develop recommendations for consideration by the Director of Accreditation and other institutional stakeholders Retrieve and prepare data as needed from multiple sources Coordinate and facilitate dispositional assessments and maintain professional disposition data in collaboration with the Director of Accreditation Reporting & Compliance Analyze data and create tables, charts, visualizations, and other summaries appropriate for accreditation, regulatory, and institutional audiences Map assessments and data onto MDE/Accreditation standards to make a case of aligned evidence Retrieve, prepare, and provide quantitative analysis of data as needed for reports Support the Director of Accreditation in the development and completion of required accreditation, state, and institutional reports. Collaboration & Coordination Attend off-site annual training, as well as ongoing professional development through national and state organizations (CAEP, DARTEP, MDE, etc.) Collect, organize, and manage departmental records. Assist with departmental special projects and events, such as Data Day Retreats and stakeholder advisory groups Coordinate accreditation site visits Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data analytics, a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience 3 or more years of relevant progressive administrative experience in K-12 or higher education administration, which may include accreditation support, program evaluation, institutional research, assessment, quality improvement, or a related area. Ability and willingness to travel to off-site training and participate in ongoing professional development. Demonstrated experience collecting, cleaning, validating, merging, organizing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and experience working across multiple information systems or databases. Experience preparing clear tables, charts, data visualizations, and summary reports. Why Work at U-M Flint? In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.

Benefits include:

Generous time off A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service with immediate vesting. Many choices for comprehensive health insurance Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Eligibility for benefits based on your job group, your appointment percentage and the length of your appointment. Learn more about employee benefits and eligibility from the UM Human Resources Benefits and Wellness webpage. UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members. In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses.

Information can be found at:

https://www.umflint.edu/hr/benefits/. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: https://www.umflint.edu/chancellor/leadership-mission-vision/

Modes of Work Hybrid:

The work requirements allow both onsite and offsite work and an employee has an expected recurring onsite presence. On occasion, the employee may be required and must be available to work onsite more frequently if necessitated by unit leadership or their designee and/or the job requirements. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes here . Background Screening The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. U-M EEO Statement The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Job Opening

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Working Title Accreditation Data Specialist (Hybrid) Job Title Administrative Specialist Work Location Flint Campus Flint, MI Modes of Work Hybrid Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Exempt Organizational Group Flint Cas Department Flint Education Posting Begin/End Date 9/03/2026 - 9/17/2026 Salary $45,700.00 - $57,100.00 Career Interest Administration