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Manager, State Authorization – Academic Compliance
The Community Solution Education System. Lead preparation and submission of state authorization applications, renewals, annual reports, and related filings .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in state authorization applications, compliance tracking, and accreditation processes within higher education. Proficient in managing regulatory submissions and fostering relationships with state agencies and accreditors.
Highest-signal resume keywords
State Authorization ComplianceAccreditation DocumentationRegulatory SubmissionsProject ManagementWritten Communication
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Hard Skills
Regulatory ReportingPolicy AnalysisEvidence CollectionData AnalysisComplex Report Preparation
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesInterpersonal SkillsEditing SkillsCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeZoomMicrosoft Teams
Certifications & Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Higher Education AdministrationComplianceAccreditationRegulatory AffairsDistance Education
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead preparation and submission of state authorization applications, renewals, annual reports, and related filings
- Research and monitor state regulatory requirements affecting academic programs and distance education
- Draft regulatory narratives, reports, analyses, and responses for state agencies and institutional leadership
- Develop and maintain compliance calendars, tracking systems, and documentation repositories
- Support institutional readiness for state authorization, regulatory reviews, and potential NC-SARA participation
- Assist with accreditation-related reporting, documentation, substantive change processes, and evidence collection
- Coordinate with academic and administrative stakeholders to gather, verify, and organize information for regulatory and accreditation submissions
- Identify emerging compliance risks and recommend practical solutions
- Build and maintain productive relationships with state agencies, accreditors, and other external partners
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in higher education administration, academic affairs, compliance, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, regulatory affairs, governmental affairs, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience preparing complex written reports, regulatory submissions, accreditation documentation, policy analyses, grant proposals, or similar high-stakes materials
- Excellent written communication, editing, and analytical skills
- Strong project management and organizational abilities, with experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines
- Ability to interpret complex requirements and communicate them clearly to diverse audiences
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Comfortable working in a fully remote environment using tools such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams
- Preferred: Master's degree in Higher Education, Public Administration, Public Policy, Business Administration, Law, or a related field
- Preferred: Experience with state authorization compliance and distance education regulations
- Preferred: Familiarity with the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)
- Preferred: Experience supporting accreditation reviews, self-studies, substantive change applications, or annual reporting processes
- Preferred: Experience interacting with regulatory agencies, accreditors, licensing boards, or governmental organizations
- Preferred: Experience supporting professional licensure disclosures
Benefits
Comp & perks- paid time-off
- medical and dental coverage
- company-paid life and disability insurance
- retirement plan with employer contribution
- multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- tuition reimbursement
- professional development
- regular employee appreciation events