Education Assessment & Accreditation Analyst (AA/S E II)
Application Procedure:
Go here to apply:https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/559622/education-assessment-accreditation-analyst-aas-e-ii
Priorities given to applications submitted by July 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until filled.
Priorities given to applications submitted by July 14, 2026. Applications will be accepted until filled.
Job Duties
Key Responsibilities
The Education Assessment and Accreditation Specialist provides leadership and coordination for assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives across the Educator Preparation Program (EPP). Key responsibilities include:
Lead assessment and accreditation activities to ensure compliance and continuous program improvement.
Coordinate accreditation reporting, self-studies, site visits, annual reports, and program review activities.
Develop, manage, and improve assessment systems, data collection processes, and reporting tools to support evidence-based decision making and continuous program improvement.
Analyze assessment data and collaborate with faculty, program coordinators, department chairs, and school leadership to develop and monitor program improvement plans.
Serve as the primary liaison with accrediting agencies, including AAQEP, CCTC, the CSU Chancellor's Office, and other external partners.
Oversee accreditation timelines, data management systems, and required state and federal reporting (e.g., Title II, FAST, ADS).
Coordinate institutional assessment initiatives, accreditation communications, and the School's accreditation website while providing regular updates to school leadership.
Facilitate collaboration across educator preparation programs by coordinating assessment meetings, data summits, professional development, and continuous improvement efforts.
Job Qualifications
Preferred Education and Experience:
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related field.
• Prior experience with assessment and accreditation activities in a higher education setting.
• Working knowledge of credentialing process in compliance with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) standards.
• Working knowledge of credentialing process in compliance with Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) standards.
Knowledge of:
• Regional and programmatic accreditation standards and processes.
• Higher education policies, procedures, and regulations related to assessment, accreditation, and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation to derive meaningful insights and inform evidence-based decision making.
• Educational research methodologies and the ability to apply research findings to enhance educational programs.
• Thorough knowledge of office equipment and systems with the ability to use a broad range of technology systems
and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps).
Skills/Abilities to:
• Skills to guide assessment and accreditation initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex information to diverse
stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, and accrediting bodies.
• Collaborate with faculty, department chairs, and administrators to facilitate successful assessment and accreditation
processes.
• Effective project management skills to plan, coordinate, and execute assessment and accreditation activities within
established timelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to accreditation compliance and
educational quality.
• Ability to provide training and professional development opportunities for faculty and staff related to assessment and
accreditation processes.
• Troubleshoot a wide variety of problems and provide senior level administrative support, coordinating functions to
ensure customer service is provided in a prompt, friendly and efficient manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from
various cultural backgrounds.
• Interpret and apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures independently and use judgment and discretion
to act when precedents or specific guidelines may not exist.
• Demonstrated ability to use considerable judgment and discretion including dealing appropriately with confidential
information and exercising good judgment on sensitive matters.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple
assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in a related field.
• Prior experience with assessment and accreditation activities in a higher education setting.
• Working knowledge of credentialing process in compliance with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) standards.
• Working knowledge of credentialing process in compliance with Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP) standards.
Knowledge of:
• Regional and programmatic accreditation standards and processes.
• Higher education policies, procedures, and regulations related to assessment, accreditation, and quality assurance.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation to derive meaningful insights and inform evidence-based decision making.
• Educational research methodologies and the ability to apply research findings to enhance educational programs.
• Thorough knowledge of office equipment and systems with the ability to use a broad range of technology systems
and software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps).
Skills/Abilities to:
• Skills to guide assessment and accreditation initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex information to diverse
stakeholders, including faculty, administrators, and accrediting bodies.
• Collaborate with faculty, department chairs, and administrators to facilitate successful assessment and accreditation
processes.
• Effective project management skills to plan, coordinate, and execute assessment and accreditation activities within
established timelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address challenges related to accreditation compliance and
educational quality.
• Ability to provide training and professional development opportunities for faculty and staff related to assessment and
accreditation processes.
• Troubleshoot a wide variety of problems and provide senior level administrative support, coordinating functions to
ensure customer service is provided in a prompt, friendly and efficient manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within a diverse population and with those from
various cultural backgrounds.
• Interpret and apply a wide variety of complex policies and procedures independently and use judgment and discretion
to act when precedents or specific guidelines may not exist.
• Demonstrated ability to use considerable judgment and discretion including dealing appropriately with confidential
information and exercising good judgment on sensitive matters.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple
assignments with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
Institution Description
California State University, Fresno is one of 22 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe. Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.
Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.
Benefits
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Application Due Date: 2026-07-14
Job Start Date: 2026-09-01
Salary: $5797 - $6151
City: Fresno
State/Province/Region: CA
Institution: California State University, Fresno (Fresno State)
Reports To: Under the administrative direction of the Dean and Associate Dean
Staff # Reporting to Position: 0
Reports In Office: Kremen School Dean
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