Accreditation and Compliance Specialist

Job Title

Accreditation and Compliance Specialist

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Academic Administration

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Accreditation and Compliance Specialist in the Department of [Department Name]. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond. Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further.

At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.

No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond

The Accreditation and Compliance Specialist collaborates with stakeholders to provide leadership in areas of institutional accreditation and compliance. Responsible for directing the development, implementation, and maintenance of processes and submission of documentation to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, including substantive changes. Works collaboratively with academic administration and faculty to collect, and prepare annual profiles and other reports requested by SACSCOC. Develops University policies and procedures related to curriculum development based on common practices in higher education and advises University administration on best practices for curriculum compliance in accordance with SACSCOC. Provides institutional oversight of programmatic and other accreditation to ensure compliance with SACSCOC, system, and THECB policy requirements. Oversees SACSCOC Continuous Compliance Committee process.

This position is located on the main campus in Stephenville, Texas with in-office work hours of Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities

• 20% Manages the submission of substantive and non-substantive changes, and other important documentation, in accordance with SACSCOC compliance standards
• 15% Provides institutional oversight and management of programmatic accreditation processes to ensure compliance with SACSCOC, System, and THECB policy requirements.
• 15% Chairs SACSCOC Internal Review Committee and co-chairs the SACSCOC Continuous Compliance Committee.
• 10% Maintains current information on SACSCOC, TAMUS, and THECB policies and procedures. Updates and maintains institutional accreditation and Academic Administration, Operations, and Accreditation websites and Kuali forms.
• 10% Develops, implements, and maintains appropriate processes and systems to meet SACSCOC documentation and reporting requirements
• 10% Develops University policies and procedures related to common practices in higher education in accordance with SACSCOC, System, and THECB policy.
• 10% Serves as liaison between the Provost Office and the Office of Institutional Data and Analytics, the Office of the Registrar, College of Graduate Studies, Academic Advising and other relevant areas on campus
• 5% Serves as ex-officio member of Administrative Curriculum Review Committee, Academic Issues Management group, University Curriculum Committee, Graduate Council, Academic Council, and ADMOP Committee
• 5% Performs other duties as assigned
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four years of related experience in higher education with program development, approval, and compliance; preparing reports for accreditation agencies; and identifying and managing substantive changes at an institutional level.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation and substantive change policies.
• Ability to navigate CourseLeaf, Banner, TAMUS, THECB, SACSCOC, and other similar portals.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational and planning skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and other applications in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to use a variety of online applications, electronic inventory management systems, electronic workflow applications, spreadsheet, database, submission portals, and presentation software.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

Master’s degree and three years of experience working in higher education with program development, approval, and compliance; preparing reports for accreditation agencies; and identifying and managing substantive changes at an institutional level.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Salary Range: The target base annual salary range is $65,370 up to $92,831 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time and qualifying part-time employees. Our Careers Page offers an overview of the great benefits we offer; for detailed information visit our Benefits Information page.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment Applications Must Include

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
  
  

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.