Director of Assessment & Accreditation

Rhode Island College • Mount Pleasant, RI

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About The Position

The Director of Assessment & Accreditation role provides an exciting opportunity to lead and support assessment and continuous improvement in a collaborative and engaged culture of undergraduate and graduate programs at the Feinstein School of Education and Human Development ( FSEHD ). The Director of Assessment and Accreditation utilizeslarge data sets to drive program improvement and supports FSEHD faculty and professional staff with assessment processes and documentation required for state and national accreditation. Working closely with the FSEHD Dean, the Director of Assessment and Accreditation supports grant and research related activities. The Director’s work advances the FSEHD mission through data-informed practices centered on equity, access, and quality. Position Overview Rhode Island College’s Feinstein School of Education and Human Development ( FSEHD ) is seeking a dynamic and data‑savvy leader to serve as Director of Assessment and Accreditation . This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of educator preparation at a mission‑driven public institution committed to access, equity, and student success. In this highly collaborative role, the Director leads school‑wide assessment efforts, drives continuous program improvement, and oversees state and national accreditation processes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical expertise, a passion for data‑informed decision‑making, and the ability to partner effectively with faculty, staff, and leadership. If you’re energized by meaningful work that strengthens program quality and impacts communities across Rhode Island, we’d love to meet you.

Requirements

• Education: Earned master’s or doctorate in Education, assessment and evaluation, statistics, or related field with relevant experience.
• Assessment and evaluation relevant to higher education.
• Educator-preparation or student learning-outcomes assessment.
• State and/or national accreditation experience.
• Continuous improvement or program review process to improve curriculum and student outcomes.
• Survey development and assessment strategies for measuring impact and outcomes.
• Leadership and administrative experience.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate in Education, assessment and evaluation, statistics, or related field.
• Experience with state and/or national accreditation in educator preparation (e.g., CAEP , AAQEP , state program approval).
• At least three years’ administrative experience at the college/university level.
• Bilingual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director