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Accreditation Leadership and Compliance

• Serve as the lead point of contact for all accreditation matters, liaising with accrediting bodies (ABA, HLC, U.S. Department of Education) and internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to accreditation standards and compliance obligations.
• Provide expert consultation to senior leadership, faculty, and staff on accreditation processes, ensuring alignment with both regulatory expectations and institutional goals.
• Lead efforts to prepare for accreditation site visits, ensuring departments are fully aligned with accreditation standards and armed with evidence-based, data-informed documentation.
• Oversee the preparation of detailed accreditation reports and self-study documents, ensuring that all submissions meet accreditation criteria and include accurate, transparent data.

Data Stewardship and Strategic Reporting

• Lead the design, development, and ongoing management of institutional dashboards that track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as enrollment, retention, academic performance, student success, and post-graduation outcomes.
• Expertly analyze complex data from the Student Information System (SIS) to support strategic decision-making and provide actionable insights to improve student outcomes, program performance, and institutional effectiveness.
• Synthesize large volumes of institutional data, generating reports and presentations that drive strategic planning, continuous improvement initiatives, and institutional assessments.
• Use advanced data analysis techniques to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement, supporting data-informed decision-making across the institution.

Cross Departmental Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement

• Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships with academic departments, administration, and external accrediting bodies to ensure alignment on accreditation processes, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as the primary resource for faculty and staff on data-related accreditation needs, ensuring that all departments are equipped with the information necessary to meet compliance and reporting standards.
• Engage with leadership and department heads to promote a culture of data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement through collaborative discussions and data sharing.

Institutional Research and Data-Informed Process Optimization

• Engage in institutional research initiatives, leveraging SIS and other data systems to conduct thorough analyses of student performance, program effectiveness, and institutional outcomes.
• Identify inefficiencies and gaps in existing data management, reporting, and accreditation processes, and recommend data-informed solutions to improve workflows, enhance reporting accuracy, and streamline compliance procedures.
• Maintain a comprehensive data repository that ensures accuracy, security, and accessibility for all accreditation and reporting purposes.

Training, Support, and Institutional Development

• Develop and implement training programs to educate staff and faculty on data usage, institutional research practices, and accreditation-related reporting.
• Provide support during accreditation reviews, ensuring that all necessary data are easily accessible, accurate, and aligned with accreditation requirements.
• Collaborate on workforce development strategies, leveraging institutional data to support retention, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Business Analytics, Data Science, Institutional Research, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience leveraging Student Information Systems (SIS) for data analysis, reporting, and accreditation compliance in a higher education setting.
• Advanced knowledge of SIS systems and data structures, with the ability to manipulate and analyze complex datasets to support decision-making and accreditation processes.
• Proficiency in advanced data analysis and reporting tools, such as Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Experience with accreditation processes, especially in higher education, including preparing reports, self-studies, and site visit preparations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Institutional Research, Higher Education Administration, Data Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in institutional research, data analysis, or accreditation within higher education, including extensive use of SIS for complex reporting and data analytics.
• Familiarity with advanced statistical analysis techniques and experience with tools such as SQL, R, or Python for data manipulation.
• Experience with accreditation processes, including preparing and submitting data for ABA or HLC accreditation, and responding to site visit feedback.
• Certification in data analysis or institutional research (e.g., Certified Institutional Researcher, Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional).
• This role is a unique opportunity for an experienced data analyst to contribute to the institution's strategic planning and continuous improvement efforts, all while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards through data-informed practices and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Previous experience with curriculum design and program evaluation.

Mitchell Hamline School of Law is a vibrant academic community dedicated to shaping the future of legal education. We offer a collaborative and innovative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on our institution's mission.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance (MHSL pays for)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits (MHSL pays for)
• Generous Holidays and Winter Break
• 403(b) Retirement plan (Generous MHSL match)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive compensation package