The Accreditation Coordinator is responsible for the management of data and documentation required for program accreditation oversight and maintenance within the School of Engineering.
The position is responsible to the Director of Accreditation, and Associate Dean, and will work with other faculty, as appropriate.
Coordinator will work closely with School of Engineering faculty, students, and appropriate University offices to ensure compliance with SACS, IE, and ABET for School of Engineering degrees and will provide administrative support as assigned.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The Graduate Coordinator, in coordination with the Registrar, is responsible for the acquisition and management of data and documentation required for graduate students matriculating through School of Engineering Masters and PhD programs.
The Graduate Coordinator will work closely with the School of Engineering Graduate Program Director to ensure compliance with Graduate School and IER standards as well as governing accreditation bodies.
Primary point of contact for engineering graduate students (MS and PhD)
Management of graduate student data, records, and documentation as defined in the Graduate Program Handbook and required for program accreditation.
Coordination of program-related due dates for admissions, graduate student proposals, qualifying exams, graduate student defense, and graduation.
Works closely to coordinate School of Engineering faculty, graduate students, and appropriate university offices for successful process completion
Serves as a School of Engineering liaison between the School and Admissions, Office of the Registrar, CASAS, and students
School representative for Graduate Student Assistantships.
Graduate Student Events planning/oversight.
Administrative tasks as requested.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
Four-year college degree, with 5+ years of experience, is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PPT, Publisher) is necessary.
Well-developed communication skills and interpersonal skills are needed to interact positively with students, faculty, and staff.
This position requires outstanding attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
Exceptional organizational skills are necessary to manage information, data, and documentation required to meet compliance requirements and facilitate all accreditation maintenance.
All applicants must demonstrate a personal faith commitment to the University’s evangelical Christian purpose.
Preferred Qualifications:
Administrative experience in higher education/academic environments is preferred.