Assistant Dean for Assessment and Quality Assurance

Assistant Dean for Assessment and Quality Assurance

College Of Education

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an Assistant Dean for Assessment and Quality Assurance to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students. The work location for this position is on-site. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

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Salary Range: $81,169 - $98,563

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
• Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
• Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
• Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
• Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary

The Assistant Dean for Assessment and Quality Assurance serves as an expert resource, strategic advisor, and project leader for assessment, authorization/reauthorization, and accreditation processes and initiatives in the College of Education (COE). This position also collaborates on COE data and assessment requirements for the College, the university system, and other key stakeholders such as the Colorado Department of Education. The Assistant Dean will participate in the strategic planning, establishment, review, and implementation of operating priorities, development of goals and objectives, as well as the creation and implementation of policies and procedures.

The Assistant Dean performs under the general direction of the Associate Dean and in close collaboration with COE Faculty Directors, clinical field experience managers, and Department Chairs as well as Institutional Research, Accounting and Finance, Enrollment Management, Admissions and Records, and other offices across campus as necessary. The Assistant Dean will support the Dean and the Associate Dean as requested. Other duties as assigned. 

This position is a 12-month, ongoing staff position that is also open to faculty members.  

Essential Functions

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Manage policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the College of Education and other entities (examples include, but are not limited to, CDE, CDHE, CACREP, NDAC, CSHSE, FERPA, the College of Education and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs [UCCS]).
• Seek interpretation of certain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations promulgated inside and outside of the COE and accurately communicate and help apply them with fidelity.
• Manage COE assessment data for institutional and university purposes, as well as state reauthorization and accreditation requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain COE accountability system and integrate reports utilized for assessment, authorization/reauthorization, accreditation activities, and other needs as assigned by Associate Dean.
• Develop and recommend appropriate data collection and management strategies to meet COE needs.
• Plan, direct, gather, and aggregate data from Chairs and Faculty Directors and report back to relevant stakeholders as needed.
• Monitor and prepare consistent and sustainable responses for college assessment, authorization/reauthorization, and accreditation reporting requirements, including the state of Colorado and all relevant external accrediting bodies.
• Support the Associate Dean with the following:
• Coordinate report development, maintenance, and automation with university system and institutional research, information technology, advancement, academic affairs and enrollment management professionals to ensure proper business logic and security procedures are established and monitored.
• Serve as a member of COE Executive Committee and attend meetings.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as directed or required that promotes the goals and objectives of the COE and UCCS.
• Represent the College in the absence of the Dean and Associate Dean, as authorized.
• Liaise and collaborate with external stakeholders when relevant; may intervene on behalf of COE students, faculty, and staff if necessary.
• Monitor and ensure accessibility of data and reporting metrics.
• Support scholarship and compliance related to funding and eligibility.
• May supervise Administrative Compliance and Data Specialist or other project managers as needed and by delegation of Associate Dean
• Oversee data collection and management for the College of Education.
• Design and implement systems for maintaining records and analysis related to College of Education programs.
• Includes the directing of and coordinating with relevant members and departments on data collection via learning management systems (i.e. Tevera/ELC, Canvas, GoReact, etc.
• Manage lists pertaining to COE, including alumni, donors, key stakeholders, and others.
• college assessment, authorization/reauthorization, and accreditation
• preparation of accreditation and authorization/reauthorization reports
• personnel management (e.g., evaluation, planning, and recruitment)
• managing professional development and training of college personnel
• other academic matters as required or instructed

Tentative Search Timeline

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by: 11:59 PM, October 17, 2025
• Potential first round virtual interview dates: Week of October 20
• Potential final in person interview dates: November 3
• Potential start date: December 1, 2025 - or - January 5, 2026 

All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE), under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct, protected class nondiscrimination, and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies, related retaliation, and compliance with accommodations regarding disability, pregnancy or related conditions, and religion. All employees are also designated as “responsible employees” and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies, and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIE’s contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures | Office of Institutional Equity (uccs.edu). 
 

Note: This job description outlines this role's general responsibilities, qualifications, and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the university's needs.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education is required.
• Administrative or leadership experience in an academic environment is required.
• The ideal candidate has a doctorate.
• Administration experience over an assessment, accreditation, or compliance process is highly desirable.
• The ideal candidate has experience with the state reauthorization of educator prep programs and/or CACREP accreditation standards.
• Experience with software programs including enterprise and desktop database applications such as MS SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, and MS Access is highly desirable.

UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.