Coordinator of Assessment and Accountability - College of Education

The University of Texas Permian Basin's College of Education welcomes applications for the position of Coordinator of Assessment and Accountability

Salary Range

$65,000.00 depending on qualifications

The role involves verifying program completers' eligibility for intern and probationary certificates, ensuring the accuracy of Educator Preparation Program (EPP) records in the Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP), and certifying recommendations for Texas educator certificates per ASEP requirements. The individual will ensure all field experiences comply with criteria established by the College of Education, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and the Council on Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP). They will collaborate with the Dean to manage and complete CAEP accreditation requirements annually, work with faculty to review and align course sequencing, curriculum mapping, and instructional content standards for state-tested areas, and maintain and submit records for field service and clinical teaching within the TEA platform (TEAL). Additionally, they will ensure assessment and accountability plans are current in Watermark, submit various required reports including US News, Title 2, ASEP, and CAEP reports, teach in the College of Education (CoE) or serve as a field supervisor, participate as a member of the CoE leadership team, and perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

1. Verify program completers’ eligibility for intern and probationary certificates. Ensure accuracy of EPP records in the Accountability System for Educator Preparation (ASEP).
2. Certify recommendations of candidates for Texas educator certificates per ASEP requirements.
3. Ensure accuracy of EPP records in ASEP.
4. Ensuring that all field experiences comply with criteria established by the College of Education, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and the Council on Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
5. Will work with the Dean to manage and complete CAEP accreditation requirements yearly.
6. Will work with faculty to review, monitor, and address: course sequencing, curriculum mapping, and instructional alignment to content standards for each state-tested area.
7. Will work within the TEA platform (TEAL) to maintain and submit records for field service and clinical teaching. Serve as the Certification Officer.
8. Will work with faculty to ensure that assessment and accountability plans are current in Watermark.
9. Submit necessary reports to include: US News yearly report, Title 2 report, ASEP, CAEP and any other required reports.
10. Teach in the CoE and/or serve as a field supervisor.
11. Serve as a member of the CoE leadership team.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

1. Master’s degree
2. Experience in higher education and/or public education

1. Doctoral degree
2. Experience working in an EPP office
3. Experience with working with accountability and accreditation

Required Application Materials

1. Cover Letter
2. Résumé
3. List of References
4. Transcripts (Preferred)
5. Letters of Recommendation (Preferred)

Conditions of Employment

1. The job description is not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor.
2. Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
3. Once hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of the hire date to establish their identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire. UTPB participates in e-Verify.
4. Employees must be able and willing to travel and perform duties away from campus as necessary and must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state driver’s license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record.
5. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
6. UT Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Schedule

Generally, the normal work hours for the university are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 – 5:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm with a one-hour lunch. The individual holding this position may need to be available early morning, evening, and on weekends to meet the needs of the department. Hours worked may differ with some departments.

Standard Working Conditions

1. Able to lift various materials up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
2. Able to bend, crouch, and reach continuously.
3. Physically able remain seated, frequently to continuously.
4. Able to remain standing up to 15% of the time.
5. Possesses dexterity abilities required to perform job duties including extensive keyboard work, operating office equipment, performing filing, and other job-related responsibilities that include extensive wrist and hand movement.
6. Standard working conditions may differ depending on department and occupation

University Benefits

1. UT Permian Basin offers an excellent compensation package including heath, retirement, & fringe benefits for eligible employees.
2. Coverage includes medical, prescriptions, life insurance, AD&D, and matching retirement provided by UTPB.
3. You may also be eligible to add dental, vision, family coverage, & flex-spending accounts, additional retirement, and a few other coverages as options too.
4. Fringe benefits include tuition reimbursement (after one year of service), wellness breaks, employee assistant program (EAP), and meal deals, among other perks and discounts!
5. Our benefits package, along with an ample leave policy, make for a great total compensation package.

About the University

The University of Texas Permian Basin is located in Odessa, Texas. It was authorized by the Texas Legislature in 1969 and founded in 1973. The Permian Basin is one of the fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions of the country – full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. At the academic heart of this area sits The University of Texas Permian Basin – which every year, delivers smart, savvy leaders across the U.S.

As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, learning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing the technology and public interests of West Texas.

Our vision is that the University of Texas Permian Basin will be an innovative, responsive university that thinks large and lives local. We will lead in advancing education, research, economic competitiveness, and cultural enrichment.