Associate Director of Academic Compliance

Herzing University; Wichita (KS); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to drive academic compliance initiatives within a dynamic higher education environment. In this role, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure adherence to regulatory standards while supporting the university's strategic growth. Your expertise in academic compliance and regulatory affairs will be crucial as you manage projects, prepare for regulatory visits, and provide training to staff. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and inclusion, and make a significant impact in shaping the future of education.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Education Assistance Programs

401K Match

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years in Academic Compliance and/or Regulatory Affairs.
• 5+ years in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute compliance initiatives aligned with the University Strategic Plan.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory standards and provide training.
• Manage regulatory reporting projects and prepare for visits.

Skills

Academic Compliance

Regulatory Affairs

Project Management

Collaboration

Training

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master'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.

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 via the internal application process.

We offer comprehensive medical insurance benefits, education assistance programs, 401K match, and employee assistance program. Learn more about careers at Herzing University.

Education & Experience Requirements

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

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Execute academic compliance initiatives in line with the University Strategic Plan
   • Collaborate with university stakeholders, maintain project plans and timelines to meet regulatory goals.
   • Complete annual compliance activities as assigned.
   • Audit programs and locations for readiness and compliance with academic standards.
   • Identify and communicate vulnerabilities related to accreditation and compliance to the AVP of Academic Compliance.
   • Prepare applications and reports for regulatory bodies accurately and timely.
   • Coordinate with leadership to ensure advisory board meetings are conducted and documented properly.
2. Maintain institutional knowledge of regulatory standards
   • Keep updated on standards and procedures for accreditation and compliance.
   • Create resources to navigate standards across regions and programs.
   • Develop documentation illustrating standard variations and deadlines.
   • Respond to research requests on regulatory requirements.
   • Maintain records and documentation on MyHerzing for assigned areas.
   • Provide training on regulatory standards to university staff.
3. Manage regulatory reporting projects
   • Support project timelines and quality assurance for compliance reporting.
   • Collaborate on accreditation submissions with faculty and staff.
   • Review standards and suggest improvements to leadership.
   • Update leadership on project status and timelines.
4. Prepare for regulatory visits, presentations, and meetings
   • Conduct mock visits to ensure readiness.
   • Maintain resources for on-site visits.
   • Train leaders for regulatory presentations.
   • Ensure consistent visit experiences across locations.
   • Represent the compliance team during visits and meetings.
   • Assist with logistics for site visits.
5. Support strategic growth of the university
   • Research regulatory requirements for new markets and programs.
   • Participate in strategic discussions on program launches and discontinuations.
   • Represent the university with external regulatory bodies.
   • Advise on accreditation processes for new programs and markets.
   • Collaborate on clinical development for new programs.
   • Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Up to 30% travel required.
• Remain stationary most of the time; move around as needed.
• Operate equipment such as computers and clinical tools.
• Communicate verbally with students and staff.
• Observe and assess environments visually or otherwise.

Herzing University is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful community where all individuals are valued and empowered. We prohibit discrimination based on protected statuses and encourage applicants to review our policies at https://www.herzing.edu/about/diversity and https://www.herzing.edu/title-ix.

Equal Opportunity Employer