Associate Director of Academic Compliance

Herzing University; New York (NY); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative institution is seeking a dedicated professional to lead academic compliance initiatives. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure regulatory adherence, managing project timelines, and enhancing compliance processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in higher education and a strong understanding of regulatory affairs. Join a forward-thinking team that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to shaping the future of education while making a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Education assistance programs

401K match

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in Academic Compliance or Regulatory Affairs.
• Five years of experience in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute academic compliance initiatives aligned with the University Strategic Plan.
• Manage timelines and quality assurance for accreditation submissions.
• Conduct mock visits and prepare for on-site regulatory visits.

Skills

Academic Compliance

Regulatory Affairs

Project Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

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.

If you are a current employee, faculty or adjunct instructor at Herzing University (not a Contractor or temporary employee through a staffing agency), please log in to UKG and navigate to Menu > Myself > My Company > View Opportunities to apply using the internal application process.

We offer comprehensive medical insurance benefits, excellent education assistance programs, 401K match, and employee assistance program. Click here to learn more about careers at Herzing University.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in Academic Compliance and/or Regulatory Affairs
• Minimum of five years of experience in a higher education environment

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute academic compliance initiatives in alignment with the University Strategic Plan
• Collaborate with university constituents, maintain project plans and timelines to obtain desired outcomes with regulatory initiatives.
• Complete annual compliance activities as assigned to accomplish strategic priorities.
• Audit programs and locations of assigned areas to ensure readiness and compliance with academic standards.
• Assess for potential and existing areas of vulnerability and risk related to accreditation and regulatory compliance, and communicate concerns with AVP of Academic Compliance.
• Complete applications and reports for regulatory entities accurately and timely.
• Coordinate with location and program leadership for advisory board meetings documentation.
• Maintain institutional knowledge and awareness of regulatory standards
• Keep up-to-date with standards and develop resources to navigate regional and programmatic variations.
• Maintain documentation and resources on MyHerzing for assigned areas.
• Provide training on standards and maintain records of submissions and deadlines.
• Project management for regulatory reporting
• Manage timelines, support, and quality assurance for accreditation and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate on submissions with faculty and stakeholders.
• Review standards and advise leadership on opportunities for compliance improvements.
• Communicate project status effectively to leadership.
• Regulatory visit and meeting readiness
• Conduct mock visits and prepare for on-site visits.
• Maintain visit preparation resources and support leaders during visits.
• Strategic growth positioning
• Research regulatory requirements for new markets and programs.
• Participate in strategic planning calls and represent the university externally.
• Advise on accreditation processes for new initiatives.

Physical Requirements:

• Up to 30% travel required.
• Remain stationary most of the time, with occasional movement around the location.
• Operate equipment and communicate effectively with students and staff.

Herzing University is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and respect all individuals and prohibit discrimination based on protected statuses. For more information, visit https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity.

We prohibit sex-based discrimination and provide resources for concerns or questions, including the Title IX Coordinator. Details are available at https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.

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