HLC Accreditation Readiness Assessor

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Closing Date: Type of Position: Administration - Academic Affairs Workstudy Position: No Job Type: Regular Work Shift: Sponsorship Available: No Institution Name: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is an 1890 Land-Grant HBCU with a diverse student population, competitive degree offerings and stellar faculty. For more than 140 years, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff has worked to create an environment that inculcates learning, growth and productivity while affording a basic need to its students – a chance to advance. The 15:1 student to teacher ratio makes it possible to maintain a learning environment with close interaction between students and faculty while challenging curricula encourage our students to seek and fulfill their potential. You can excel in your chosen field of study through a curriculum of Certificate and Associates degree programs, more than thirty Undergraduate programs, Master’s degree programs and a Doctorate program in Aquaculture/Fisheries. You can also develop workplace readiness through internships, co-ops and fellowships in the U.S. and abroad. Out-of-class experiences and student involvement include more than 90 student organizations, an internationally renowned Vesper Choir, Marching Band, Concert Bands, Wind Symphony, nationally recognized debate team, award-winning theater department and accomplished athletic program. Though the main campus is in Pine Bluff, its reach is worldwide. UAPB has an extended campus in North Little Rock and offers as well as online courses. With the addition of the Arkansas Research and Education Optical Network (ARE-ON), students can engage in information exchange with others anywhere in the world. There are also Research and Extension offices in Lonoke, Newport and Lake Village and collaborations with other colleges and universities in the State through the National Science Foundation funded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Academy. As the second oldest land-grant institution in the state of Arkansas, the mission of this No Excuse University remains the same – to provide a high quality, affordable education with a personal touch. We invite you to Become a Part of the Pride at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact Human Resources at 870.575.8400 . Department: Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor | Department's Website: Summary of Job Duties: The HLC Accreditation Readiness Assessor provides targeted strategic guidance, independent assessment, and technical assistance to support the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff's preparedness for its upcoming Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation review. Under the oversight of the Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the Assessor evaluates institutional readiness, identifies areas needing attention, and provides recommendations to strengthen accreditation preparedness. The position also supports modernizing selected academic policies to promote student access, progression, persistence, retention, and degree completion while maintaining academic quality. The HLC Accreditation Readiness Assessor augments, rather than replaces, the University's existing accreditation leadership structure and works collaboratively with Dr. David Fernandez, HLC Accreditation Liaison, and established HLC Criterion working groups. The engagement is expected to provide focused support and deliverables within 90 days, aligned with institutional accreditation deadlines. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications - Education: Master's degree in higher education administration, educational leadership, academic affairs, public administration, or a related field. - Professional Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration, institutional effectiveness, academic affairs, accreditation, or a related area. - Accreditation Experience: Demonstrated experience with regional institutional accreditation processes, preferably with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), including accreditation criteria, institutional self-study, evidence review, and accreditation readiness activities. - Academic Policy Experience: Experience reviewing, evaluating, developing, or revising academic policies, procedures, or institutional practices. - Analytical and Assessment Skills: Demonstrated ability to evaluate institutional operations, identify areas requiring improvement, analyze evidence, and develop actionable recommendations. - Communication and Collaboration: Ability to prepare professional reports and recommendations, communicate effectively with senior administrators and faculty, and collaborate with institutional committees and working groups. Preferred Qualifications - Doctoral degree in higher education administration, educational leadership, or a related field. - Direct experience serving as an HLC accreditation liaison, peer reviewer, accreditation consultant, or member of an institutional accreditation leadership team. - Experience at a public university or historically Black college or university (HBCU). - Demonstrated experience with academic policy modernization initiatives focused on student progression, persistence, retention, and degree completion. Qualification Equivalencies: Additional Information: Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience. Required Documents to Apply: Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants (Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application to be considered for this position): Recruitment Contact Information: Janet Broiles Chief of Staff Office of the Chancellor broilesj@uapb.edu (870) 575 - 8000 All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Pre-employment Screening Requirements: No Background Check Required The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff may conduct pre-employment background checks on certain positions for applicants being considered for employment. The background checks may include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal background check or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absences of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a consistent, non-discriminatory manner consistent with the state and federal law. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking Frequent Physical Activity: N/A Occasional Physical Activity: N/A Benefits Eligible: No