Joyce University · 2 weeks ago
Vice President for Regulatory Affairs, Accreditation, and Compliance
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expJoyce University is dedicated to transforming healthcare education, emphasizing quality, integrity, and student success. They are seeking a Vice President for Regulatory Affairs, Accreditation, and Compliance to provide strategic leadership and oversight for institutional and programmatic accreditation, regulatory compliance, and external reporting, ensuring alignment with various accrediting bodies and regulatory agencies.
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Responsibilities
Co-lead the full accreditation lifecycle, including reaffirmation, interim reporting, substantive change submissions, site visit preparation, and continuous improvement processes
Ensure accreditation standards are accurately reflected in institutional policies, syllabi, catalogs, and assessment systems
Coordinate accreditation readiness across Academic Affairs, Deans, Assessment and QA leadership, Registrar, and Institutional Effectiveness
Serve as the primary institutional contact for accrediting bodies and site reviewers
Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and professional regulatory requirements, including Title IV, DOE, NC-SARA, state authorizations, and multi-state Boards of Nursing
Oversee initial and renewal approvals for state operations, professional licensure pathways, and clinical authorizations
Monitor regulatory changes and guide institutional response, policy updates, and implementation plans
Oversee public disclosures including gainful employment, consumer information, licensure disclosures, and publication accuracy
Coordinate with external regulatory counsel to mitigate risk and ensure aligned compliance strategies
Support Title IV compliance efforts including program eligibility, E-App submissions, PPA renewals, audits, and R2T4 alignment
Ensure accuracy and consistency of federally required disclosures across departments
Lead the development, review, and implementation of institutional compliance policies and standard operating procedures
Oversee internal auditing systems and controls related to accreditation, regulatory requirements, academic operations, and public-facing materials
Partner with Institutional Effectiveness and Research to ensure validated data reporting, indicator tracking, and evidence portfolios
Provide training and guidance to academic and operational leaders on accreditation and compliance expectations
Direct the preparation and submission of federal, state, and accrediting body reports, including annual reports, institutional updates, and programmatic submissions
Maintain a centralized, secure digital repository for all accreditation, licensure, and regulatory documentation
Communicate compliance milestones, risks, and updates to the President, Provost, Cabinet, Deans Council, and Board of Trustees committees
Advise the President, Provost, and Cabinet on accreditation strategy, regulatory risk, and readiness for new programs and multi-state expansion
Collaborate with academic and operational leaders to ensure institutional processes align with regulatory expectations
Represent Joyce University at state, regional, and national regulatory meetings and accrediting conferences
Lead institutional response strategies to regulatory findings, accreditation recommendations, or compliance risks
Lead and develop the Office of Regulatory Affairs, Accreditation, and Compliance
Functionally coordinate with Institutional Effectiveness, Registrar, Academic Affairs, and external counsel to ensure alignment and consistency
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in a relevant field
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accreditation and regulatory affairs within higher education, preferably in nursing or health sciences
Deep knowledge of federal and state regulations, professional licensing boards, and accreditation standards such as NWCCU, CCNE, and ACEN
Demonstrated success leading large-scale accreditation and regulatory initiatives
Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills
Excellent executive-level communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills
Preferred
Doctorate (PhD, EdD, DNP, JD, or related)
Experience supporting multi-state operations, online or distance education compliance, and programmatic growth in healthcare education
Benefits
Generous self-directed PTO
Paid holidays
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Fully paid short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability coverage
Dedicated professional development opportunities
World-class continuing education assistance
Company
Joyce University
Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences is dedicated to preparing people to serve as competent healthcare professionals, to advance their careers, and to encourage the pursuit of lifelong learning.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$6.8MKey Investors
Main Street Capital
2012-03-15Series Unknown· $6.8M
Leadership Team
Shea Smith, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Ray Rodriguez
Chief Academic Officer and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Recent News
2025-12-05
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