Director of Accreditation and Institutional Assessment

Cooley Law School, with locations in Michigan and Florida, seeks a Director of Accreditation and Institutional Assessment. This position is located at the Lansing, Michigan campus.

The Director of Accreditation and Institutional Assessment coordinates institutional compliance requirements and assesses institutional effectiveness. The Director ensures compliance with and leads data reporting to the American Bar Association, the Higher Learning Commission, the U.S. Department of Education and all licensing agencies. Supports research related to the assessment of student learning, educational outcomes, data-driven decision making, and new academic programs. Ensures compliance with new initiatives and adjunct faculty.

Participates in community outreach to identify potential adjunct faculty. Oversees practice-area programs.

Successful candidates will possess all or many of the following qualifications and/or skills:
Juris Doctor degree, state bar licensure in good standing preferred, or at least 10 years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience; and, a minimum of five years of experience in accreditation compliance. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail); experience with data and statistical analysis; database skills and basic understanding of SQL or Info Maker;

ability to handle and maintain confidential information; ability to multi-task, coordinate workflow and prioritize work, and meet deadlines; ability write successful grant submissions; and, ability to interact positively with individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds. The position will require working some evening and weekends.

First consideration will be given to those who apply before November 6, 2026.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. For further information about Cooley Law School, please visit www.cooley.edu.