Part-Time -Accreditation Liaison Officer

Description

The Greenville University Accreditation Liaison Officer is responsible for accreditation submissions and maintaining currency of standing with the Higher Learning Commission and other accreditation authorities. The ALO will work with university administration and staff on all matters related to institutional accreditation.

This is a part time position of 20 hours per week, reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Development.

Responsibilities:

• Be the key contact person for GU in regard to accreditation matters, and advising all audiences at GU of current policies and procedures related to various accreditation agencies.
• Maintain, write and submit the institution’s official documents and reports related to the institution’s relationship with accreditors, including HLC.
• Ensure timely submission of required requests and reports to accreditation authorities.
• Work actively with other areas of the college to ensure a spirit of college-wide collaboration, collegiality, civility and teamwork. 
• Oversees accreditation processes, including HLC reaccreditation.
• Function as part of the academic affairs leadership team that fosters spiritual life and excellence at GU in the context of a      Christ-centered academic community. 
• Serve as the Accreditation Liaison for the University and responsible for related accreditation submissions and required processes.
• Assists with searches for all academic personnel, ensure that credential requirements are satisfied, and recommend appointments, promotions, dismissals, and non-renewals. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Masters degree in a relevant field, Doctorate preferred
• Demonstrated experience in:
  • leading successfully in accreditation processes and matters
  • academic affairs 
  • program assessment and strategic planning strategies 
  • academic course standards 
  • Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority 
  • Skill in interpersonal relations 
  • Decision making and problem solving 
• Committed to GU’s Biblical ideal of diversity and human sexuality
• Advocate persuasively for the value of Christian higher education offered by GU
• Committed to following Jesus Christ in personal and professional life
• Affirm GU’s Articles of Faith and Employee Expectations wholeheartedly
• Knowledge of accreditation standards

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. 

Greenville University's Mission: 

Greenville University is liberal arts University that empowers students for lives of character and service through a transforming Christ-centered education. Our hiring practices reflect our commitment to be a Christ-centered institution. 

GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY: The university is located 50 miles east of St. Louis in an attractive residential community of approximately 7,000 people. Greenville was founded in 1892 and is affiliated with the Free Methodist Church yet draws students from 40+ denominations. For additional information, please visit our website: www.greenville.edu. 

Greenville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal laws. In keeping with the mission of the institution, Greenville University seeks applicants with a strong commitment to the values and lifestyle of evangelical Christianity and who profess a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a Christian institution, we require faculty and staff to adhere to the University's Lifestyle statement and to enforce a religiously based code of conduct for all University employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Greenville University, as an educational institution affiliated with the Free Methodist Church USA, reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (Title VII, Sections 702-703, United States Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended).