Director of Operations and Accreditation (80250)

Director of Operations and Accreditation

Position Summary: The Director of Operations & Accreditation leads accreditation, data strategy, and operational functions for the LaPenta School of Business. This role partners with academic leadership to support continuous improvement, strategic growth, and compliance with AACSB standards

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manages the LaPenta School of Business AACSB accreditation and assessment processes
• Supports the continuous improvement processes of Iona University undergraduate and graduate
• business programs
• Collects, manages, and analyzes all data in the LSB's faculty tracking system (Sedona)
• Collects, manages, and analyzes all assurance of learning data
• Collects, manages, and analyzes all intellectual contributions data
• Serves as ex officio on the LSB's standing committees
• Assists faculty committee chairs in the management of their documents and processes
• Prepares and/or assists with the preparation of all statistical data as relates to program history growth and development. This includes special reports and presentations as needed by the Dean, Provost's Office, campus administrative offices, and external organizations such as AACSB International and US News & World Report.
• Develops and coordinates all financial and budgetary matters as they relate to LSB programs
• Performs daily fiscal activities, maintenance and compliance of the University's internal accounting system and reporting requirements to the University's financial offices
• Maintains inventory of all LSB office supplies, placing replenishment orders when needed
• Works with the Dean, Associate Dean, and chairs to support the development of new revenue generating programs
• Onboards all new LSB faculty and staff, in coordination with the Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs and Human Resources office
• Ensures all work related to the origination of payroll and payroll change forms for adjunct faculty and student assistants is completed
• Coordinates space in the LSB, including approving spaces in 25Live, and is the liaison with Facilities to address any deficiencies in the business building. Space coordination includes scheduling computer labs for classes.
• Serves as the liaison with the Information Technology office to address any challenges with technology in the LSB
• Performs other duties as assigned

Reports to: Dean, LaPenta School of Business

Education

Bachelor's required; MBA or relevant master's strongly preferred

Experience

• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in:
• Higher education administration
• Accreditation (AACSB strongly preferred)
• Data analytics / reporting
• Budget and operations management

Skills

• Strong analytical and data management skills
• Experience with accreditation systems and reporting tools
• Advanced Excel and/or data visualization tools
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and senior leadership

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About Iona/EEO Statement:

Founded in 1940, Iona University is a private, Catholic, coeducational institution of learning in the tradition of the Edmund Rice Christian Brothers. Iona is a growing, highly accredited institution located just 20 miles north of Midtown Manhattan, with campuses in New Rochelle, Bronxville, and a new location in County Mayo, Ireland. With over 4,000 students, Iona offers small classes, engaged faculty, and a wide range of programs across the School of Arts & Science, the LaPenta School of Business (AACSB accredited), the NewYork Presbyterian Iona School of Nursing & Health Sciences, and the Hynes Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation.

Recognized by The Princeton Review, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and U.S. News & World Report, Iona is nationally ranked for academic quality, social mobility, and long term return on investment. The University's continued growth and rising reputation reflect its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, service, and opportunity.

Iona University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. Iona is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered free from discrimination based on any legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Iona University encourages applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.