PS Credentialing Consultant
About The Position
As the Credentialing Consultant, you will execute a range of specialized duties in the area of credential requirements and processes including, but not limited to assessing suitability of credentials; monitoring and reporting on credential status for schools and external entities; serving as a subject matter expert within the organization to guide and shape regulations, policies, processes, and procedures related to credentials; and be a trusted advisor to support team members in acquiring and retaining credentialed teachers. In addition to monitoring credential requirements, you will also be responsible for a range of specialized compliance-related activities including data collection operations data analysis, record-keeping, and various reporting and audit functions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to develop and implement creative solutions for areas of responsibility.
- Work with sensitivity with confidential information on a continuous basis.
- Work as an integral part of a team.
- Be self-motivated and work independently as necessary.
- Ability to travel 5%.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to support schools and other Service Center teams in ensuring compliance of certificated staff with credentialing requirements and appropriate teacher placement.
- Actively identify issues and proactively implement systems to reduce credentials non-compliance; serve as content expert on credentials and state and authorizer reporting.
- Evaluate employment transcripts, education units, credentials, and other records to assess certificated applicants’ eligibility and placement.
- Manage the renewal process for credentialed employees, including drafting and delivering communications relevant employees; receiving employee credential documentation; reviewing and assessing the validity of employee credential documentation; creating and updating employee credential records.
- Maintain database of employee credentials; audit database to ensure that records are accurate and current.
- Remain current on existing credentialing requirements and remain abreast of any legislative changes.
- Maintain relationships with Service Center teams to prevent and proactively resolve credentialing issues; disseminate accurate and timely information regarding credential requirements to key constituencies.
- Provide flexible solutions, resources, and support to teachers and other credentialed staff engaged in the credential renewal process.
- Serve as point of contact to Service Center staff and resolve complex or non-standard credentialing issues including those requiring research and additional fact-finding.
- Prepare for audits, dispute findings, and proactively identify and resolve non-compliance.
- Conduct administrative tasks, such as paperwork collection, accurate completion of forms, and data entry.
- Occasional travel is required to conferences, schools, and events.
- Additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
