Accreditation and Assessment Specialist

Lamar State College-Port Arthur; Port Arthur (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar State College-Port Arthur seeks an Accreditation and Assessment Specialist to support institutional assessment, accreditation, and improvement activities. You will collect, organize, and maintain documentation, support academic and student services with assessment tasks, and prepare reports to promote effectiveness and student success.

Collaborating with faculty and staff, you will ensure documentation complies with accreditation standards and Texas requirements, contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in Education, Social Sciences, Higher Education, Assessment/Evaluation, or closely related field.
• Two (2) years’ of progressively responsible experience in higher education, assessment, institutional effectiveness, administrative support, reporting, or related area.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain institutional accreditation and assessment documentation.
• Collect, organize, and maintain evidence for accreditation reviews and assessment activities.
• Assist academic and student support departments with assessment information and annual reports.
• Monitor timelines and follow up with departments on required documentation.
• Compile assessment and student success data for reports and planning.
• Maintain files and databases to keep information accurate and accessible.
• Provide technical assistance and basic training on assessment processes and reporting requirements.
• Support committees and projects related to assessment, accreditation, and improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation

Communication

Project management

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree (regionally accredited)

Tools

Excel

Student information systems

Assessment platforms

Job description

The Accreditation and Assessment Specialist has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, supporting the College’s institutional assessment, accreditation, and improvement activities. The Accreditation and Assessment Specialist assists with the collection, organization, and maintenance of assessment and accreditation documentation; supports academic and student support units with assessment activities; and prepares information and reports to support institutional effectiveness and student success. This position works collaboratively with faculty and staff to ensure assessment activities and documentation are completed accurately and in accordance with applicable institutional, state, and accreditation requirement. This position reports to LSCPA’s Dean of Educational Programs Department.

Job Summary

The Accreditation and Assessment Specialist has responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, supporting the College’s institutional assessment, accreditation, and improvement activities. The Accreditation and Assessment Specialist assists with the collection, organization, and maintenance of assessment and accreditation documentation; supports academic and student support units with assessment activities; and prepares information and reports to support institutional effectiveness and student success. This position works collaboratively with faculty and staff to ensure assessment activities and documentation are completed accurately and in accordance with applicable institutional, state, and accreditation requirement. This position reports to LSCPA’s Dean of Educational Programs Department.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist with the coordination and maintenance of institutional accreditation and assessment documentation
• Collect, organize, and maintain evidence and supporting documentation for accreditation reviews, reports, and institutional assessment activities
• Assist academic and student support departments with the collection and submission of assessment information and annual assessment reports
• Monitor assessment and accreditation timelines and follow up with departments regarding required documentation and submissions
• Compile and organize assessment and student success data for reports, presentations, and institutional planning activities
• Maintain assessment, accreditation, and institutional effectiveness files and databases to ensure information is accurate, current, and accessible
• Provide technical assistance and basic training to faculty and staff on assessment processes, reporting requirements, and related software
• Assist with institutional committees, meetings, and projects related to assessment, accreditation, student success, and continuous improvement
• Comply with campus policies and procedures
• Other related duties, as assigned

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accreditation institution of higher education, in Education, Social Sciences, Higher Education, Assessment/Evaluation, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years’ of progressively responsible experience in higher education, assessment, institutional effectiveness, administrative support, reporting, or related area

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with institutional assessment, accreditation, or continuous improvement processes
• Experience working in a community college or Texas higher education environment
• Familiarity with SACSCOC standards, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) requirements, or Texas State University System (TSUS) policies
• Experience with assessment tracking systems, student information systems, or institutional reporting tools

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Working knowledge of higher education assessment, institutional effectiveness, and accreditation processes
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present information accurately and clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to learn and effectively use student information systems, assessment platforms, and related software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle institutional and student information appropriately
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and provide responsive support to departments across the College