Associate Director of Assessment and Accreditation

Associate Director of Assessment and Accreditation

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Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). .

1/20/2026

$75,000‑$82,500 annually

The Associate Director of Assessment and Accreditation advances the University of Illinois Springfield's commitment to continuous improvement in student learning and institutional effectiveness. This role focuses on campus-wide academic assessment and accreditation compliance efforts, ensuring alignment with Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards. The Associate Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and leadership to foster a culture of evidence‑based decision‑making and institutional readiness for accreditation reviews.

• Lead and coordinate campus‑wide assessment initiatives that foster a culture of evidence‑based decision‑making and continuous improvement.
• Ensure assessment practices align with accreditation standards and expectations. Maintain comprehensive records of assessment and accreditation activities ensuring documentation is organized, current, and accessible.
• Provide expert consultation to departments and faculty on developing, refining, and implementing academic assessment plans; guide interpretation of results and identification of improvement strategies.
• Support the design of measurable learning outcomes, curriculum maps, and assessment instruments that align with program goals and institutional standards.
• Design and deliver workshops, seminars, and training sessions on assessment and accreditation best practices.
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and dissemination of assessment data related to student learning and success, ensuring timely and accurate reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate assessment findings to leadership, faculty, and staff in accessible formats to inform planning and improvement while ensuring assessment activities support institutional priorities and strategic goals.
• Prepare documentation and evidence for institutional and programmatic accreditation reviews, including annual reports and self‑studies.
• Take a lead role in preparing the institution for major accreditation reviews including the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) Reaffirmation of Accreditation.
• Stay current with national trends and emerging practices in assessment and accreditation; recommend improvements that enhance institutional effectiveness and student success.

• Master’s degree.
• At least two (2) years of experience in academic assessment, including direct collaboration with faculty.
• Experience supporting accreditation processes and preparing documentation for institutional or programmatic reviews.

• Doctoral degree in academic assessment, accreditation, institutional research or related field.
• Experience developing assessment methods for general education, program‑level, and course‑level learning outcomes.
• Proficiency with assessment and reporting technologies.

• Advanced knowledge of academic assessment, accreditation standards, and program review processes, including prior experience working with HLC or a similar accreditation body.
• Demonstrated experience fostering a culture of assessment and continuous improvement in higher education.
• Experience engaging and supporting faculty and academic leaders in assessment and accreditation efforts.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in synthesizing complex quantitative and qualitative data.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency with data tools and software, including spreadsheets, databases, presentation platforms, and visualization software.
• High integrity, adaptability, and initiative; able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.