Director, Accreditation Evaluation and Planning

Interim Report, the QEP and the substantive change process. Responsible for creating and maintaining a website detailing all HCC efforts in the SACSCOC reaffirmation process. Will stay abreast of current and emerging Accreditation expectations, evaluate current institutional practice, and collaboratively develop an institutional culture that ensures a state of continual readiness for SACSCOC review. Essential Functions Direct the coordination and management of the HCC reaffirmation of accreditation process, including any reports and initiatives required by SACSCOC. Manage the substantive change process and ensure that all required reports are submitted in a timely manner to SACSCOC. Actively lead the development of an institutional culture that understands the relationship between regional accreditation process and HCC’s strategic priorities ensuring a state of continual readiness for SACSCOC review. Maintain effective, collaborative relationships with HCC leaders responsible for work that intersects SACSCOC expectations; to include, but not limited to instructional program development, dual credit, learning assessment, third party accreditation, facilities, finance and accounting, federal financial aid, institutional effectiveness, policy development, staffing, cyber security. Develop and manage all Accreditation Compliance budgets. Participate in professional development activities related to accreditation and provide professional development on a regular basis for HCC personnel. Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required. Qualifications Education & Experience Master’s degree in Education or related field required Doctorate preferred 5 years demonstrated responsible experience in educational administration required Licensing & Certification Valid Texas Driver License Special Skills MS Office Programs Information Management Systems Budget Management Analytical, Research and Organizational Skills Accreditation Purposes and Processes Project Management Professional Presentation Skills Competencies Delivering High Quality Work Accepting Responsibility Serving Customers Supporting Organizational Goals Driving Continuous Improvement Acting with Integrity Thinking Critically Managing Change Communicating Effectively Working Conditions General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays. SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 The Organization Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities. The Team Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people. Location Houston is a city with limitless possibilities: Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55. Approximately 145 languages are spoken here. Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed. Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round. World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions. With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene. Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines. If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away. Working at HCC Houston Community College System (HCCS) employs a competitive hiring process for Faculty, Staff and Administrators. We offer a wide-range of benefits for our employees and their family members. We employ full-time, part-time/adjunct and temporaries for a composite institutional staffing of approximately 6,000 employees. About Houston Houston is a business leader and has a vibrant economy with an abundance of amentities and resources. The City of Houston is home to more than 2.2 million people and the Greater Houston area has a population of more than 5 million. The city has a diverse mix of food, music, sports, amenities and resources.