Grand Canyon University · 2 months ago
State Compliance Administrator - Education
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expGrand Canyon University is one of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. They are seeking a State Compliance Administrator to ensure compliance with state educator preparation and teacher certification regulations, as well as accreditation standards. The role involves providing management and assistance for regulatory activities and serving as a point of contact for state departments of education.
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Responsibilities
Provides point-of-contact leadership and customer service to designated state departments of education and related state agencies
Serves as Subject Matter Expert on the relevant teacher certification standards
Researches, gathers, and helps interpret federal and state regulations, including but not limited to the regulations of state departments of education
Establishes and maintains excellent communication and positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes concerning regulatory compliance obligations and strategic business objectives
Assists College Deans, program directors, and University staff with activities related to maintaining institutional and programmatic accreditations
Analyzes, interprets, and provides guidance related to regulations and policy related to educator licensure and certification requirements for ongoing organizational compliance and in response to specific inquiries posed by business partners
Executes the licensing processes for teacher preparation programs in states outside of Arizona, which includes, but is not limited to: researching, documenting and updating licensing requirements for assigned states to ensure organizational compliance with regulatory obligations
Prepares, analyzes, audits, and submits data required to meet regulatory obligations
Collaborates with academic program managers and internal business partners to ensure compliance requirements are communicated and implemented across the organization
Maintains record of relevant data related to the organization’s regulatory compliance (ex. communications, approvals, renewal dates, regulatory changes, operational decisions, and regulatory interpretations)
Provides support to teams responsible for resolving student issues related to credentialing
Monitors and revises language for the University’s student-facing documents to ensure compliance with state regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree
Experience working in cross-departmental collaborative teams
Demonstrable record of ethical behavior, integrity, initiative, and resilience
Evidence of strong time management and organizational skills
Evidence of being self-directed, ability to work under little supervision
Evidence of good critical thinking, judgment, and problem solving
Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills with the ability to clearly communicate complex information to regulators and staff
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with Adobe Acrobat Pro and Microsoft Office applications
Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University's Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University
Preferred
Master degree
3 – 5 years working directly with teacher certification or educator preparation programs
Subject-matter expertise in state standards for academic programs for teaching professions
Subject-matter expertise in state licensure standards for teaching professions
Subject-matter expertise in educator preparation program accreditation standards (i.e. CAEP, AAQEP)
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts
A 401K savings plan
Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays
Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU sponsored events
Free covered parking
Education Tuition Discount Program
Free on-site gyms on campus
Company
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a private Christian university. GCU is regionally accredited and offers on campus and online degree programs.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian Mueller
President & CEO
Ronald Berman
Associate Dean College of Doctoral Studies and Program Chair Doctor of Business Administration
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