Assessment and Accreditation Officer, SOE

Gonzaga University, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: Spokane, WASHINGTON
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Position Title Assessment and Accreditation Officer, SOE
Posting Number S1931P
Department Education Dean's Office
Work Schedule
Standard hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00. Incumbent may work non-standard hours as needed.
Employment Status Regular
Temporary or Fixed-Term Assignment End Date
Hours per Week 40
Months per Year 12
Job Purpose
This position will sustain overall assessment, accreditation, and reporting for the School of Education (SOE). They will be essential for the quality assurance of programs and depicting the SOE to the university and outside agencies.
Target Salary
Minimum Salary 54136
Salary Midpoint 63689
Maximum Salary 73242


Essential Functions


Essential Function Category Title Accreditation and Annual Report
% of time for section 20%
Function Details
  • Responsible for collection, analysis and reporting of all data required for compliance with the Washington State Professional Educator Standards Board (PESB) to maintain program approval for SOE certification programs. Is the Gonzaga University SOE PESB representative for certification program accreditation through program compliance and work with the National Educational Research Data Center (EDRC).
  • Manages accreditation and outside agency reports in compliance with the agency standards, coordinates the report with the departments, and is responsible for SOE unit content, formatting, editing, and submitting reports.
  • Coordinates processes for gathering and presenting data to meet state and national accreditation requirements.
  • Prepares and submits required reports and evidence.
  • Manages and submit reports related to evolving standards and learning outcome requirements.
  • Stays abreast of updates and changes directly related to state learning and teaching standards that need to be integrated into the unit assessment system.
  • Prepares annual reports for various agencies (SOE Annual Report, PESB, Title II, NWCCU, Canadian Ministries, etc.).
  • Helps ensure that student learning outcomes and program goals are linked to assessments that meet NWCCU accreditation standards in conjunction with Associate Dean.
  • Works with unit and program administration to prepare for accreditation visits and ongoing continuous improvement.
  • Identifies and assist with implementing improvements in the SOE’s data resources and report production processes.
  • Follows up on departmental and program assessment action plans.
  • Approves folders/documents permitted for storage in the SOE Global Assessment System
  • Coordinates data review and analysis for program planning and continuous improvement in conjunction with Associate Dean.
Essential Function Category Title Data and Assessment Administration
% of time for section 70%
Function Details
  • Manages integration of assorted assessment components into a single, efficient system including administration of multiple platforms and data collection systems.
  • Manages all matters related to state and national standardized and licensure testing.
  • Administrates systems for collection, recording, and distribution/reporting. of NES, WEST-B, WEST-E, Praxis, edTPA, and ACTFL scores.
  • Administrates web-based assessment system.
  • Oversees the design, build, and deployment of online assessments and other data collection tools.
  • Coordinates with school districts to provide online access to assessment system for University Supervisors and students.
  • Reviews assessment instruments and work with stakeholders to adapt instruments as needed in support of accreditation standards and requirements.
  • Facilitates sharing of data with students, faculty, administrators, and the larger professional community.


Other Functions


Other Functions
  • Incumbent may represent the department on SOE committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor.
  • Incumbent may represent the SOE on University committees or projects as assigned and approved by the supervisor.
  • Attend SOE functions as directed by the Dean’s Office.
  • Incumbent may serve on advisory boards or SOE committees in order to manage correspondence as assigned and approved by the supervisor.
  • Other duties as assigned.


University Competencies


University Work Values
Promoting Excellence in Academic Endeavors and Professional Practice
• Fostering intellectual depth, competence, reflection, and creativity in pursuing exemplary, rather than satisfactory, outcomes
Sharing Responsibility for Mission Identity and Leadership
• Making a personal commitment to learn about Gonzaga’s mission, discovering ways to contribute individually and collaboratively to our distinctive learning and research community
Affirming a Commitment to Human Dignity
• Engaging one another with profound respect, professionalism, and cura personalis while supporting one another’s continued learning, development, and maximizing of potential
Advancing a Culture of Inclusiveness
• Developing cultural fluencies and global awarenesses, and practicing habits that enable us to value, recruit, and support community members from historically underrepresented backgrounds
Caring for Our Common Home and Integral Ecology
• Growing ecological awareness of and respect for the interconnectedness of human and non-human life, and the need to develop and practice habits that are mutually beneficial to all life
Cultivating Individual and Community Accountability
• Demonstrating mutual commitment to our shared project by holding ourselves and others responsible for actions, expecting appropriate behavior, and aligning activities with ethical and professional standards


Qualifications/Knowledge Required/Years Experience Required


Degree Required Bachelor's Degree
Certifications and/or Licensures required
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Knowledge Required Specialist Knowledge in field
Years Experience Required 3-4.99 years
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a field that is related to Education, Statistics, Business Administration, Computer Science
  • 3+ years of work experience in research and data analysis
  • Strong ability to interpret and analyze assessment data.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and with others in a positive and effective manner
  • Proficiency with database, spreadsheet, and word processing software
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills
  • Must be detail oriented; possess analytical skills and statistical ability to translate raw data from disparate sources into information and knowledge
  • Ability to travel via car and air
Desired Qualifications
  • An understanding of accreditation for education programs in higher education settings at local, state, and national levels
  • Proficiency with web-based assessment systems
  • Successful experience in the area of accreditation/continuous improvement in a higher education setting.
  • Advanced knowledge of Banner, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Hyland OnBase, and electronic survey software​
Physical / Environmental Qualifications
  • ​​​Remain in stationary position for 80% of time
  • Wrist and hand movement related to computer work
  • Bend, stoop, kneel, stretch and reach


Posting Detail Information


Open Date 02/01/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Begins On 02/15/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
EEO Statement
Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status. Applicants with disabilities needing reasonable accommodations to complete the application or hiring process should contact Human Resources (509) 313-5996.
Clery Statement
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
The safety of all members of the campus community is of vital concern to Gonzaga University. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the law enforcement authority of Campus Security, policies concerning the reporting of any crimes which occurred on the campus (and other specified locations), other security and safety-related policies, as well as the crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be found in the Campus Safety and Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report. The Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide is also available.
A copy of the report can be found online at www.Gonzaga.edu/Clery . A paper copy of the Campus Safety & Security Guide and Annual Fire Safety Report or the Gonzaga-In-Florence Safety & Security Guide may be obtained by contacting the Student Development Office on main campus, College Hall 120. The Florence Guide may also be obtained on the Florence campus in room 105.

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