Director of Assessment and Accreditation

Lubbock

Director of Assessment and Accreditation

42519BR

EDUC Administration General

Position Description

Directs, plans, coordinates and supervises the operations and activities of a specialized unit or small department; develops and implements policies and procedures, administers the budget, organizes tasks and sets priorities. Serves as liaison with university personnel and community at large. Works under general supervision with broad latitude for initiative and independent judgement.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major / Essential Functions

• Lead College of Education assessment and accreditation efforts. Develop Program Assessment Plans in compliance with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
• Leads College of Education assessment and accreditation efforts for teacher education (i.e. AAQEP) and assist in accreditation efforts for advanced certification (e.g., CACREP, UCEA).
• Oversee, guide, support Student Learning and Licensure implementation and all process and procedures associated with the assessment management platform.
• Support the Tech Teach undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program. Create reports, participate in data-day, collaborate and / or support research activities.
• Participate in professional development, conduct research that will lead to professional presentations and publications.
• Participate in university committees (i.e., Institutional Effectiveness committee, others) and associated activities and initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related area required plus five years progressively responsible management experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional / Personal References, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Other Documents Supporting Qualifications

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Job Family

Academic Affairs

Job Sub Family

Assessment & Quality

Annualized Pay Range

$78,900 - $102,600 - $126,200

Hourly Pay Range

$37.93 - $49.33 - $60.67

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu / hr / payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.