Accreditation & Regulatory Consultant (temporary)

Herzing University; Wichita (KS); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accreditation and Regulatory Consultant to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements. In this temporary contract position, you will provide expert guidance to support strategic initiatives related to accreditation and program development. This role involves advising leadership, developing reports, and ensuring alignment with regulations. If you have a strong background in accreditation and a passion for higher education, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accreditation or compliance in higher education.
• Deep knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Advise leadership on accreditation matters and develop self-study reports.
• Guide compliance with state authorization and develop policies.

Skills

Accreditation Standards Knowledge

Regulatory Compliance

Technical Writing

Data Analysis

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description

To participate in a remote work arrangement, employees must reside in the United States. No remote work arrangement will be considered for working from outside the United States.

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This is a temporary contract position.

The Accreditation and Regulatory Consultant is responsible for providing expert guidance and support to ensure institutional and programmatic compliance with accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws. This role supports strategic initiatives related to accreditation, reporting, and program development, serving as a subject matter expert to stakeholders. Reports to the Associate Vice President of Academic Compliance.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in accreditation, compliance, or institutional effectiveness in higher education or healthcare.
• Deep knowledge of accreditation standards, regulatory agencies, and frameworks.
• Experience in developing reports, preparing for site visits, and navigating regulatory environments.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with multiple accreditors and as a peer reviewer or evaluator.
• Knowledge of state regulatory approval processes.
• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Accreditation Support

• Advise leadership on accreditation matters.
• Develop and review self-study reports and documentation.
• Lead or support mock site visits and readiness assessments.
• Assist with applications for change, new sites, and programs.
• Research for program and location development.

Regulatory and Compliance Support

• Guide on state authorization and compliance.
• Ensure alignment with relevant regulations.
• Develop policies for compliance.
• Research for expansion activities.

Data and Document Management

• Evaluate data for reports.
• Recommend systems for documentation and tracking deadlines.
• Analyze effectiveness indicators and suggest improvements.
• Produce required documents and reviews.

Training and Communication

• Provide training on accreditation processes.
• Present findings to leadership and committees.

Physical Requirements

• Remain stationary for 50% of the time.
• Occasionally move around the workspace.
• Operate office equipment.
• Use voice and hearing to communicate.
• Visual observation and assessment.
• Occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

Herzing University values diversity and inclusivity, fostering a respectful environment. It is committed to equal opportunity employment and prohibits discrimination based on protected statuses. More information is available at Herzing Diversity and Title IX.

Herzing University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be informed of their rights under federal employment laws, with details available in the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.