Director, Accreditation

THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION REQUIRING 2 DAYS PER WEEK IN-PERSON IN OUR DOWNTOWN CHICAGO, IL OFFICE.JOB SUMMARYUnder the direction of the Senior Director of Accreditation, the Director, Accreditation (Director) is responsible for overseeing and managing the accreditation processes for new and developing colleges of osteopathic medicine (COMs), as well as COMs complying with continuing accreditation standards. The Director works closely with the COM Deans, site visit evaluators, Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) Commissioners and internal staff to ensure COM compliance with accreditation standards.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:Accreditation Process Management:Participates in COMs accreditation process from start to finish, including the preparation, submission, and renewal of accreditation applications.Prepares staff review of self-studies and site visit reports.Facilitates the Commissioners assigned to review self-studies and site visit reports and make recommendations as to whether accreditation standards and/or elements were met or not met.Collaborates with the Senior Director, Accreditation and Program Manager of Policy and Data Analytics to collect and analyze data, documentation, and evidence required for the accreditation process.Provides COM deans and staff clarity and guidance regarding the standards and the accreditation process.Serves as the site visit team secretary as assigned by the AVP and COCA Secretary.Serves as staff support to the COCA's task forces as assigned.Assists in the preparation of petition for continuing recognition and other material as required by the US Secretary of Education.Attends all virtual and in-person COCA, EC, and SRC meetings.Creates draft action letters following all COCA and EC meetings.SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIREDExperience in association or postsecondary institutions, preferably in medical education, higher education or in the healthcare field.Accreditation experienceMust be detail oriented, have strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and multi-task.Experience with developing, maintaining, and utilizing databases.Experience with collecting, organizing, and reporting data.Excellent oral and written communications skills.Excellent interpersonal skills, a team player.Willingness to travel outside of Chicago.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: Bachelor degree in business or education field. Master's degree preferred.Experience: A minimum of five years' experience working in higher medical education or a healthcare accrediting agency. Experience with a professional or institutional accrediting agency is considered a plus.Computer Skills:Proficient with typical computer programs including Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSThis is an office-based hybrid position. The AOA requires Chicago-based hybrid employees to come into the AOA headquarters a minimum of 2 days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday). It is anticipated that, to fulfill the responsibilities of this position, the Director will be required to travel 20 to 25 % and work occasional weekends when attending COCA or industry meetings.Physical demands include the ability to remain in a stationary position, the ability to operate office equipment and the ability to move supplies and equipment up to 25 poundsWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.American Osteopathic Association is unable to sponsor work visas at this tim3

Created: 2025-03-03