What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accreditation and Compliance Specialist position at Community HigherEd?
Job Details
Description
Community HigherEd is hiring an Accreditation & Compliance Specialist to support institutional compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. This role is essential in ensuring the organization meets accreditation and regulatory requirements through ongoing monitoring, policy development, internal audits, staff training, and accurate documentation.
Key responsibilities include maintaining state authorization for out-of-state enrollments, updating training programs for Green Country Workforce renewals, coordinating catalog submissions to OBPVS, and assisting with institutional surveys.
The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, and effective communication skills. A solid understanding of compliance standards is essential. Participation in graduation ceremonies, school-sponsored events, college committees, and professional development is also expected. A bachelor’s degree in a related field and prior experience in compliance or a similar role are preferred.
Key Responsibilities
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Monitoring and Evaluation: Regularly assess and evaluate compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
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Policy Development: Assist in developing and implementing internal policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
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Auditing: Conduct and coordinate internal and external audits to identify areas of non-compliance.
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Training: Provide training to staff on compliance requirements and procedures.
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Reporting: Report non-compliance issues and track corrective actions.
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Documentation: Maintain accurate records and documentation related to compliance activities.
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State Authorization: Maintain and update the state authorization files used to approve or deny all out-of-state enrollments.
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Green Country Workforce: Update training program information as needed for renewal annually.
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Catalog: Collect updates, make revisions, and organize the catalog for submission to OBPVS for approval.
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Surveys: Assist with disseminating, collecting results, and documenting analysis.
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Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Qualifications
Other Expectations
- Attend graduation ceremonies.
- Participate in school-sponsored activities.
- Participate in Community Care College committees in areas of interest.
- Participate in a minimum of two professional developments per year.
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Skills and Qualifications
- Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to interpret regulations and identify potential compliance issues.
- Quality Assurance: Proficient in quality assurance and continuous improvement, best practices.
- Attention to Detail: Accuracy and thoroughness in reviewing documents and data.
- Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with staff and stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve compliance issues.
- Knowledge of Relevant Regulations: Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
- Experience: Relevant work experience in compliance or a related field.
- Education: A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
Who We Are:
Community HigherEd Institute is Oklahoma’s only private non-profit technical college system based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is dedicated to improving the lives of aspiring professionals through its three campuses: Community Care College, Clary Sage College, and Oklahoma Technical College.
Established in 1995, the College’s mission is to transform lives and contribute to society by providing career-focused higher education opportunities that empower students to obtain successful employment, develop leadership skills, and serve their communities. The College culture is encapsulated in the C.A.R.E.S. acronym that highlights the ingrained mentality of all faculty, staff, and administration: courtesy, accountability, respect, excellence, and success.
