Manager, Licensing & Accreditation – RA

Adtalem Global Education

Manager, Licensing & Accreditation – RA

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    The primary purpose of this position is to coordinate all regulatory approval efforts related to the state/territories for all new/existing campuses and online programs and any other regulatory bodies Adtalem Global Education reports to as it relates to licensing and accreditation activities. This position will lead a team that maintains 100% state authorization compliance. Responsibilities include ensuring that all ATGE institutions are in compliance with applicable state requirements and to serve as an advisor on policies and practices across the institutional state authorization spectrum in such a way that a culture of good standing is endemic.

    Responsibilities

    • Provides review and oversight to the licensing team and relevant institutional colleagues, including consultative guidance regarding applications, reviewing and approving reports as necessary and overseeing the compilation of supporting documentation; this includes all necessary tracking documentation designed to meet deadlines.

    • Participates in and supports the development and implementation of administrative and operational policies that are consistent with state regulatory requirements.

    • Keeps abreast of emerging trends and on-going issues in licensing, ensuring that institutional representatives and senior leaders are kept informed through timely analysis and communication.

    • Represents ATGE with licensing associations. Develops and maintains relationships with other regulatory professionals, contributing to relevant professional organizations through workshops, presentations and task groups as it becomes necessary.

    • Leads licensing team in a manner consistent with ATGE TEACH values designed to help build a superior team that maintains state authorization compliance.

    • Provides input and guidance in curriculum and programmatic development projects to ensure compliance with state, and professional organization requirements.

    • Manages the processes for approval of campus and online programs including documentation to support changes, timing of the submission, initial and subsequent visit(s) and responses.

    • In collaboration with analysts, oversees preparation and submission of applications, self-studies and other reports and conducts related activities as needed to support the approval, licensing and compliance processes to meet all regulatory requirements related to state authorization.

    • Performs other duties as assigned

    • Complies with all policies and standards

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree Required and
    • Master's Degree Preferred
    • 5+ years work experience in a federal/state regulated environment; preferably in higher education licensing or accreditation with an agency or another school system.
    • Excellent writer, problem solver, independent worker, works well with others required.
    • Demonstrated ability to establish and develop positive relationships with state agency personnel.
    • Strong critical thinking skills to assess state requirements that may not be explicit.
    • Strong interpersonal, organizational, writing, editing, and computer skills are required.
    • Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines.
    • Ability to supervise and train staff.
    • Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, and lead change.
    • Writing samples required.
    • Be an effective communicator who can manage up and translate complex regulations for senior leadership (ability to provide clear, concise guidance and succinct verbal communication).
    • Strong aptitude for researching and interpreting regulatory requirements.
    • Ability to prioritize projects to meet strategic initiatives.

    Additional Information

    _In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $70696.34 and $127957.05. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

    Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:_

    • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
    • 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
    • Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
    • _12 Paid Holidays

    For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.

    You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance._

    Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

  • Industry
    Education