Assistant Director of Accreditation and Assessment Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 15517)

Description

Position Summary  

Reporting to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness, the Assistant Director of Accreditation and Assessment provides operational leadership for Bellevue College¿s institutional accreditation processes, coordination and support of programmatic accreditation activities, institutional learning outcomes assessment, and program review systems. The position exists to strengthen institutional capacity for mission fulfillment, equitable student learning, and continuous improvement by ensuring that accreditation and assessment activities are systematic, well¿designed, and meaningfully integrated into college wide planning and decision¿making.

The Assistant Director serves as a key operational and strategic partner to the Executive Director, providing day¿to¿day leadership for NWCCU accreditation readiness, programmatic accreditation readiness and coordination, program review coordination, assessment frameworks, evidence development, and the alignment of institutional processes with Bellevue College¿s Be Bold Strategic Plan. As a member of the Institutional Effectiveness leadership team, the Assistant Director supervises professional staff, supports cross¿functional teams, and acts with delegated authority as assigned to ensure consistency, compliance, and shared accountability across accreditation and assessment efforts.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $87,556/year - $126,956/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $97,406/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay.

About The College  

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

For more about Bellevue College's impact, visit Facts at a Glance.

About the Department  

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research & Analytics provides leadership for data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and accountability in support of Bellevue College¿s Be Bold Strategic Plan. The department works collaboratively across the college to advance the priorities of Students, People, Community, and Operations by strengthening institutional alignment, equity-focused analysis, accreditation support, and transparent reporting. Through accessible analytics, research, and evidence-informed planning, Institutional Effectiveness builds shared understanding, removes barriers, and ensures that institutional strategies translate into measurable impact and long-term sustainability.

Essential Functions  

Institutional & Programmatic Accreditation Leadership

• Provide operational leadership for institutional accreditation processes and coordinated support for all programmatic accreditation cycles, ensuring all accreditation activities are systematic, well¿documented, and aligned with institutional mission fulfillment and continuous improvement expectations.
• Lead day¿to¿day coordination of NWCCU accreditation processes, including annual reporting, mid¿cycle evaluation, and Year Seven readiness.
• Manage evidence collection, documentation quality, data validation, and alignment to NWCCU standards and policies.
• Maintain college wide accreditation timelines, calendars, templates, and documentation systems.
• Support program chairs and deans in meeting requirements for discipline¿specific/programmatic accreditation, including self¿studies, evidence preparation, and site visit readiness.
• Maintain an institutional inventory and tracking system for all programmatic accreditation cycles and deadlines.
• Provide guidance to programs on aligning discipline¿specific requirements with institutional standards, learning assessment, and continuous improvement expectations.
• Communicate accreditation updates, expectations, and implications to college stakeholders.

Assessment of Student Learning & Institutional Learning Outcomes

• Provide leadership for institutional learning outcomes assessment, ensuring that assessment practices support equitable learning and generate meaningful evidence for improvement and accreditation.
• Lead the design, implementation, and refinement of institutional learning outcomes assessment frameworks and processes.
• Consult with departments and divisions on assessment design, rubric development, data interpretation, and use of results.
• Develop clear, accessible assessment reports for internal audiences, accreditation needs, and governance processes.
• Support faculty, departments, and divisions in documenting, analyzing, and acting on assessment findings.
• Provide workshops, training, and coaching to build capacity for assessment across the institution.
• Ensure assessment practices align with accreditation requirements and institutional strategic goals.

Program Review Leadership & Continuous Improvement Systems

• Oversee the college wide program review system to ensure that program review processes are consistent, evidence¿based, and aligned with strategic planning and accreditation. Serve as the primary consultant and coordinator for instructional and student support services program review activities.
• Coordinate the college wide program review cycle, including templates, timelines, guidance, and evidence requirements.
• Provide consultation and support to departments throughout program review, including interpreting data, identifying improvement needs, and documenting findings.
• Work with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and administrative units to ensure program review results inform planning, budgeting, and resource decisions.
• Synthesize program review findings into institutional¿level themes and recommendations.
• Ensure alignment between program review, program viability, accreditation expectations, assessment practices, and strategic planning processes.

Supervision, Team Leadership, & Survey/Qualitative Research Management

• Provides supervision and day to day operational leadership for assigned Institutional Effectiveness staff, including the Survey & Evaluation Manager. Ensures high quality survey research, evaluation, and qualitative data collection in support of accreditation, assessment, and program review.
• Supervise professional staff, including assignment of work, performance management, coaching, and professional development.
• Oversee college wide survey administration, evaluation studies, and qualitative inquiry efforts to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with institutional needs.
• Ensure survey and qualitative findings directly support accreditation evidence, assessment processes, program review, and institutional planning.
• Set priorities, timelines, and quality standards for survey and evaluation projects in alignment with institutional needs.
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented team culture that emphasizes accountability, equity, and continuous improvement. 
• Support workforce stability and capacity by aligning staff skills, roles, and workflows with evolving institutional priorities.

Other    

• Provide leadership service and institutional representation through participation in Academic Affairs and collegewide committees, councils, and strategic initiatives that advance institutional priorities. 
• Serve on Academic Affairs leadership teams, councils, and committees to support alignment between institutional effectiveness work and academic strategy. 
• Represent Institutional Effectiveness, Research & Analytics in cross-divisional planning, coordination, and decision-making forums. 
• Contribute institutional effectiveness expertise to strategic initiatives, task forces, and time-bound projects aligned with the Be Bold Strategic Plan. 
• Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the scope, level, and responsibilities of the position.

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor¿s degree from an accredited institution in higher education, social sciences, public policy, educational leadership, assessment, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and progressively responsible professional experience may substitute on a year¿for¿year basis.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in accreditation, assessment of student learning, institutional effectiveness, program review, or related work in higher education or a comparably complex organization.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading accreditation processes, compliance reporting, evidence development, or standards¿based reviews.
• Demonstrated experience supporting or coordinating student learning outcomes assessment, program review, or academic quality assurance processes.
• Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and administrators across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and/or administrative units.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex standards, processes, and findings clearly for diverse audiences, including senior leaders and governance bodies.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity, student learning, and continuous improvement consistent with evidence¿informed practices and accreditation expectations.

Preferred Qualifications  

• Master¿s degree in higher education, public administration, social sciences, educational leadership, assessment, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and progressively responsible experience may substitute.
• Experience providing supervision, lead direction, or functional leadership to professional staff or cross¿functional teams.
• Experience leading or coordinating NWCCU accreditation activities, program review cycles, or college¿wide assessment systems.
• Experience supporting guided pathways, student learning improvement initiatives, or institution¿wide quality assurance systems.
• Experience preparing data¿informed narratives, evidence collections, and accreditation documentation for internal or external review.
• Familiarity with higher education data, assessment platforms, survey platforms, and information systems, such as ctcLink/PeopleSoft, Qualtrics, Watermark assessment systems, SharePoint, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with the Washington State Community and Technical College (CTC) system, NWCCU standards, and statewide reporting structures.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 04/29/2026 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires 

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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