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Associate Vice President for Assessment and Accreditation

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Recruitment/Posting Title Associate Vice President for Assessment and Accreditation
Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department Executive VP for Academic Affairs
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Associate Vice President for Assessment and Accreditation for the Office of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs (OEVPAA). This position reports to the Vice President for Academic Planning and Administration (VPAPA) and provides leadership, coordination, oversight, and support as requested in the management of the university’s academic units, programs, personnel, partnerships, and initiatives.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Works closely with the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs (EVPAA) and VPAPA on universitywide educational policy issues, accreditation actions, external partnerships, and continuous improvement, and represents the EVPAA with both internal and external constituents.
  • The Associate Vice President provides direct advice, guidance, and policy development on university-level academic matters, which have substantial implications for the university’s operations and priorities.
  • In addition, the Associate Vice President works closely with university vice presidents, provosts, deans, directors, and other faculty, staff and other administrators on multiple academic issues and initiatives.
  • The position carries out these responsibilities by coordinating the work of large numbers of faculty, staff and other administrators, generally organized into specific committees (standing or special), across the university.
  • Serves as Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), serving as primary point of contact between MSCHE staff and the institution, and as a resource for the institution on accreditation processes and related matters. Directs MSCHE periodic and interim reviews.
  • Conducts annual review of continuous improvement processes and manages repository of reviews for accreditation purposes.
  • Provides oversight to academic program review; decanal and chancellor evaluations; and certificate and institute review.
  • Partners with the Office of Teaching and Assessment Research (OTEAR) regarding assessment of student learning outcomes.
  • Develops/revises university policies related to academic matters in conjunction with other university offices (e.g., University Ethics and Compliance, Institutional Research and Decision Support, Academic Planning, Office of General Counsel (OGC), University Equity and Inclusion, Office of Information Technology, Offices of Student Affairs, Division of Continuing Studies, Rutgers University Senate).
  • Exercises discretion and independent judgment in interpreting the extent to which specific academic programs, proposals, or agreements follow university policy and procedure, and state and federal regulations.
  • Determines whether or not policies represent sound academic principles and generally
    accepted best practices within the context of Rutgers’ peer institutions of higher education. In some cases, the position will make a final determination based on these judgments, and in other cases, will make a recommendation to the VPAPA.
  • Works closely with Rutgers Global and OGC in developing procedures for review and
    approval of international agreements of various types.
  • Conducts review for all international and domestic academic agreements.
  • Provides briefing materials, background reports, summary statistics, and other reports for president, EVPAA, VPAPA, governing boards, and the University Senate.
  • Serves as EVPAA representative on various committees.
  • In concert with other team members and University personnel, supports the EVPAA and VPAPA in special projects and initiatives as assigned.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Exempt
Grade 11
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 142985.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 180980.500
Annual Maximum Salary 218976.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications


Minimum Education and Experience
  • Doctorate degree
  • A minimum of five (5) years of proven experience in higher education academic administration.
Certifications/Licenses
  • Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver’s license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Significant experience in academic management and administrative service within a higher education institution.
  • Broad understanding of basic institutional policies and procedures relevant to university
  • academic affairs.
  • Familiarity with current federal and state regulations and policies related to the higher education academic setting.
  • Knowledge of institutional and program accreditation processes
  • Experience developing articulation agreements and other MOUs.
  • Ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and shifting priorities, including crisis management.
  • Ability to work efficiently and cooperatively with university faculty and administrators with various levels of authority.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience within a public AAU institution of higher education is preferred, as is some level of familiarity with Rutgers academic and administrative structure.
Equipment Utilized
  • Position uses PC and must be proficient in Outlook and the full suite of Microsoft Office programs.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
  • Position serves as a key advisor to EVPAA, VPAPA and other high level university administrators on a range of continuing and emerging academic issues.
Special Conditions
  • Clean Driving Record


Posting Details


Posting Number 23ST1487
Posting Open Date 05/23/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Rutgers University - New Brunswick
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings


All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.



Immunization Requirements


Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.



Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement



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