"Director of Accreditation and Operations"

About Siena:

Located in Loudonville, New York - just 10 minutes from the state capital of Albany - Siena empowers more than 3,400 students each year through a transformative journey we call the Education for a Lifetime. All members of the Siena University community work together to advance the University's mission to graduate Saints intent on making the world more just, peaceful, and humane. The Franciscan tradition, upon which Siena was founded, permeates throughout campus life. All community members are valued for their unique worth and recognized for their specific contributions toward the greater good. That spirit of belonging and respect reverberates across our 174-acre campus, which is ranked among the 50 most beautiful college campuses in the country by Condé Nast.

Siena is leading the way in Catholic, liberal arts education, and the national rankings help tell our story. Siena ranks number one in New York for job placement; top 10 among all Catholic Universities in the country; and among the top three percent of all institutions in the U.S according to the Wall Street Journal. It has always been our community of dedicated and passionate Saints who make this campus a coveted destination to work, live, and learn. We hope you'll consider joining us.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Director of Accreditation and Operations provides strategic and operational support to ensure the business school maintains compliance with accreditation standards (AACSB, Middle States) and effectively manages key administrative processes. This position works closely with the Dean, Associate Dean, faculty, and administrative units to oversee accreditation activities, data management, reporting, process improvement, space and HR coordination, and external communications in support of the Dean's strategic priorities. The role also involves coordinating school-wide operations to support academic excellence, continuous improvement, and strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

AACSB Accreditation

• Manage the school's AACSB accreditation portfolio, ensuring ongoing compliance with standards. Collect, analyze, and maintain data required for AACSB accreditation (e.g., faculty qualifications, assurance of learning, strategic management, engagement, and innovation). Prepare reports, tables, and documentation for Continuous Improvement Reviews (CIR), Initial Accreditation, and Interim Reports. Serve as primary liaison with AACSB and act as a resource for faculty and staff regarding standards, policies, and processes. Support Assurance of Learning (AoL) processes. Coordinate faculty qualification tracking (scholarly academic, practice academic, scholarly practitioner, instructional practitioner) and professional development documentation.

Operations & Administration

• Develop and maintain accreditation-related databases and tracking systems. Provide project management and operational support for strategic initiatives, special projects, and events. Collaborate with institutional research and other university offices on data collection, reporting, and compliance. Support budgeting, resource allocation, and operational planning related to accreditation and continuous improvement. Supervise staff and graduate assistants supporting accreditation and operations, as assigned. Write adjunct contracts Onboarding all new faculty members in person. Work with ITS in setting up accounts. Complete paperwork. School of Business Web Page Maintenance/Updates Degree verifications for new faculty

Limited Student Support

• Advise international dual degree transfer students  Advise School of Business students on a need basis

Position Details

Reports to: Dean Employment type: Full-time, administrative/professional staff. Location: On-campus Annual Salary: $65,360.00

*The hiring salary above represents the University's good faith estimate at the time of posting in compliance with the Albany County Salary Transparency Law.*

Job Requirements:

A background screening will be required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master's degree in business, higher education administration, or related field preferred. Applicants with relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree will be considered.
• Experience in academic administration, accreditation, or institutional research.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in database systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data visualization tools.

Preferred:

• Direct experience with AACSB and Middle States accreditation processes.
• Familiarity with faculty credentialing and Assurance of Learning systems.
• Experience working at a business school or higher education environment.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• College student academic advising experience

Competencies

• Knowledge of higher education accreditation standards and higher education quality assurance (AACSB, Middle States).
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.

Additional information:

Siena University offers a generous benefit package to eligible full-time employees. The benefit package currently includes a retirement plan contribution equal to 10% of an eligible participant's compensation (as defined under the plan) after meeting the plan's eligibility requirements, and tuition reimbursement and exchange opportunities for eligible employees, spouses, and dependents. Eligible university employees currently enjoy a work schedule that includes half-day Fridays in the summer and an expansive holiday schedule, including up to two weeks off during winter break. Other perks currently include complimentary breakfast Thursdays in the dining hall, access to community lectures and productions at the university, complimentary gym and library memberships, discounted and complimentary tickets to Siena Division I sporting events, and more. Opportunities for remote work may be available as well.

Siena cares for and values each member of its workforce and actively supports upward mobility. We are a community of Siena Saints, and as we often say, the world needs more Saints.

*Eligibility for individual employee benefits is determined at the time of hire and is subject to the terms and condition of the individual benefit.

Siena University is a Franciscan and Catholic institution and expects members of its community to be knowledgeable about its mission and to make a positive contribution to that mission. Siena University is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Siena University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Please submit cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references

Note: Please be prepared to enter Professional references only

Questions about this search should be directed to the search committee chair: Dr. Arindam Mandal (amandal@siena.edu, 518-782-6978).

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