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Director of Assessment and Accreditation - Management Analyst 3 (AA26141)

Position Number: 6883217
Location: Mankato, MN
Position Type: Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance

Director of Assessment and Accreditation - Management Analyst 3 (AA26141)

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Working Title:
Director of Assessment and Accreditation - Management Analyst 3 (AA26141)

Institution:
Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:
Management Analyst 3

Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:
Mankato

FLSA:
Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:
$0.00 - $0.00

Salary Range: $24.05 - $33.73 / hourly; $50,216 - $70,428 / annually

Job Description

The Director of Assessment and Accreditation provides leadership and expertise in advancing a culture of continuous improvement through the assessment of student learning across academic and co-curricular programs. This role oversees university-wide assessment activities, coordinates program review and accreditation processes, and ensures alignment with institutional goals and external standards. Serving as the campus authority on assessment practices, the Director supports faculty and staff in designing measurable learning outcomes, analyzing data, and using results to enhance continuous improvement and student success. Additionally, the position administers assessment management systems and fosters collaboration to maintain compliance, accountability, and institutional effectiveness. The Director of Assessment and Accreditation reports to the Assistant Provost for Accreditation, Assessment, and Curriculum Innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

At least 3 years of professional experience in education assessment, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, curriculum development, or a related area.
Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing assessment plans for academic and/or co-curricular programs.
Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting to support institutional effectiveness or accreditation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback and develop training or support materials.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and administrators across diverse academic and/or co-curricular units.
Familiarity with academic assessment and accreditation processes.
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to evolving institutional needs.

Preferred Qualification

Master's degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Assessment, or related discipline).
Experience with strategic planning and implementation of initiatives that support institutional goals and student success.
Experience leading or supporting program or institutional accreditation efforts.
Knowledge of Minnesota State System policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives (e.g., Equity 2030).
Demonstrated success in facilitating professional development and building institutional capacity related to assessment and/or curriculum design.
Experience using assessment software tools (e.g., Watermark, Taskstream, or similar platforms).
Demonstrated experience leading academic program, college, general education, or co-curricular assessment processes.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

Minimal travel required. The person in this position may be required to attend professional conferences to maintain awareness of accreditation standards and best practices in assessment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes, up to 95% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes:

Telework: A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employee's permanent/principal work location.

About

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030, the University's strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:
03-26-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:
01-27-2026

Close Date:
02-25-2026

Posting Contact Name:
Sarith Phan

Posting Contact Email:
sarith.phan@mnsu.edu

To apply, visit: https://minnstate.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Mankato/Director-of-Assessment-and-Accreditation---Management-Analyst-3--AA26141-_JR0000004046?Institution=a7c1912089511000d545e0844e430004