Manager, Licensing & Accreditation – RA

Company DescriptionAdtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. This position is preferred to be based out of our Chicago, IL, Minneapolis, MN, or Columbia, MD offices, however, remote opportunities may be considered.Visit Adtalem.com for more information, and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.Job DescriptionThe primary purpose of this position is to coordinate all regulatory approval efforts related to the state/territories for all new/existing campuses and online programs and any other regulatory bodies Adtalem Global Education reports to as it relates to licensing and accreditation activities. This position will lead a team that maintains 100% state authorization compliance. Responsibilities include ensuring that all ATGE institutions are in compliance with applicable state requirements and to serve as an advisor on policies and practices across the institutional state authorization spectrum in such a way that a culture of good standing is endemic.Responsibilities

• Provides review and oversight to the licensing team and relevant institutional colleagues, including consultative guidance regarding applications, reviewing and approving reports as necessary and overseeing the compilation of supporting documentation; this includes all necessary tracking documentation designed to meet deadlines.
• Participates in and supports the development and implementation of administrative and operational policies that are consistent with state regulatory requirements.
• Keeps abreast of emerging trends and on-going issues in licensing, ensuring that institutional representatives and senior leaders are kept informed through timely analysis and communication.
• Represents ATGE with licensing associations. Develops and maintains relationships with other regulatory professionals, contributing to relevant professional organizations through workshops, presentations and task groups as it becomes necessary.
• Leads licensing team in a manner consistent with ATGE TEACH values designed to help build a superior team that maintains state authorization compliance.
• Provides input and guidance in curriculum and programmatic development projects to ensure compliance with state, and professional organization requirements.
• Manages the processes for approval of campus and online programs including documentation to support changes, timing of the submission, initial and subsequent visit(s) and responses.
• In collaboration with analysts, oversees preparation and submission of applications, self-studies and other reports and conducts related activities as needed to support the approval, licensing and compliance processes to meet all regulatory requirements related to state authorization.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

• Bachelor's Degree Required and
• Master's Degree Preferred
• 5+ years work experience in a federal/state regulated environment; preferably in higher education licensing or accreditation with an agency or another school system.
• Excellent writer, problem solver, independent worker, works well with others required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and develop positive relationships with state agency personnel.
• Strong critical thinking skills to assess state requirements that may not be explicit.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, writing, editing, and computer skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to supervise and train staff.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to change, and lead change.
• Writing samples required.
• Be an effective communicator who can manage up and translate complex regulations for senior leadership (ability to provide clear, concise guidance and succinct verbal communication).
• Strong aptitude for researching and interpreting regulatory requirements.
• Ability to prioritize projects to meet strategic initiatives.