Credential Analyst

• Location 2211 College View Drive,Redding, CA, 96003,United States
• Employee Type Full Time Staff

The Credential Analyst, under the general supervision of the Dean of the School of Education, is responsible for providing candidates with information and guidance about credentialing requirements and to ensure that the University follows the laws, rules, and regulations of the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) for the teacher credential program. The Credential Analyst performs complex and specialized technical assignments to assure a broad range of credentialing functions that include reviewing, analyzing, evaluating, and recommending applications for public school teaching credentials.

The Credential Analyst serves as a resource to provide current information to students, staff, and faculty on matters regarding State credential requirements and University policies and procedures. In coordination with the Dean and Program Directors, this position provides academic advising to student candidates in the School of Education, oversees the implementation of processes and procedures for recommending California teacher credentials for candidates, and reports data related to credentials at a state and federal level.

Relies on experience and judgement to plan and accomplish goals.

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Evidence of strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with a team
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Strong writing, reading, grammar and spelling skills to prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, and informational documents
• Skills and ability to develop creative solutions to general problems
• Ability to creatively engage in problem-solving
• Experience in California Teacher Credentialing/Accreditation processes and systems a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, Teams, One-Drive, etc.).
• Familiarity with LMSs such as Canvas and can integrate new programs as required.
• Ability to communicate with students, faculty, and school & district administrators.
• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.
• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.
• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records.
• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties.
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties.
• Supervise employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures.
• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area.
• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor.