Texas A&M University - Texarkana Austin , TX 78719
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job Title
Program Specialist III - Nursing
Agency
Texas A&M University - Texarkana
Department
CASE Nursing/Kinesiology
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Texarkana, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
The Program Specialist III, under general supervision, performs moderately complex administrative and supervisory work. In addition, the Program Specialist III manages program requirements related to assessment and accreditation.
Salary information: The expected salary range is $45,000-$55,000 annually.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides and coordinates advanced professional level administrative support to programs and may assign duties for specified programs.
Monitor compliance with accreditation standards and documents/maintains standards and statuses. Develops, coordinates, and implements accreditation procedures, plans, activities, or policies, liaising with accrediting agency, and keeping records of data for annual reporting internally and externally.
Participates in the hiring and training of administrative staff.
Provides support for Dean and Director of Nursing for various department activities.
Confers with staff on program issues and problems. Works on program quality and improvements. Coordinates documentation related to development activities and improvement expectations.
Recommends program guidelines, procedures, policies, rules, and regulations. Attends meetings and conferences to discuss the progress of assigned programs. Implements and monitors the systematic review of programs and services in support of the college's mission and strategic plan.
Participates in institutional service roles, such as committees, club sponsorships, and advisory committees. Represents the College in internal and external meetings related to accreditations and assessment.
Coordinates project activities including project initiation, value assessments, work plan development, estimating, and project controls.
Coordinates evaluations, compiles information, provides assessments, and generates reports as required. Directs the collection, analysis, and reporting of assessment data needed for accreditations
Cross trains with other staff positions to ensure service continuity in CASE
Liaise closely with the faculty, chairs, dean, and the university committees in CCNE and Texas Board of Nursing accreditation, coordinating accurate data collection and reporting to maintain CCNE and Texas Board of Nursing accreditation for undergraduate, graduate, and post-master's certificate programs. Plan and implement program review and work collaboratively with faculty and staff to guide and implement an effective program review process. Monitor overall compliance with CCNE and Texas Board of Nursing accreditations' standards and requirements.
Work with the Office of Effectiveness and Research (OIER) to support SACSCOC accreditation.
Assist with new program development paperwork and approval process in compliance with timelines and policies
Assist with implementing grants and proposals.
Serve as the primary contact for CCNE and Texas Board of Nursing accreditation and assessment queries.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of related experience.
Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgement.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree
Knowledge of Canvas or other learning management system (LMS) preferred
Experience in higher education
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Knowledge of AEFIS (Assessment, Evaluation, Feedback & Intervention System)
Experience using FAMIS/Canopy, DocuSign, Adobe Acrobat, Canvas and/or various messaging and videoconferencing platforms
Project management experience
Two (2) years' experience with accreditation - program specific and/or regional accreditation
Other Requirements
Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours
Experience with Accreditation - program specific and/or regional accreditation
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Experience with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:
This position may supervise employees.
OPEN UNTIL FILLED.
To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume and 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.
Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to "revise" or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu.
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/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Texas A&M University - Texarkana