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Job Title Certification Testing & Reporting Coordinator, Educator Preparation Program

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

FLSA Non-Exempt

General Job Description

This is a professional position responsible for coordinating certification testing and state and federal reporting for the university’s Educator Preparation Program. Works under general supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Assistant Director, Educator Preparation Program.

Essential Job Functions

1. Prepares university, state, and national reports for accreditation.

2. Oversees the data collection for and prepares annual Accountability System for Educator Programs Report ( ASEP ), Title II Report, Legislative Budget Report ( LBB ), and other required reports.

3. Collaborates with the Office of Strategic Analytics and Institutional Research on LBB .

4. Attends and participates in state organization meetings related to testing and reporting.

5. Communicates with contracted credential testing companies to ensure the latest testing information and requirements are known, understood, and implemented.

6. Collaborates with the certification officer on certification testing needs for educator preparation candidates.

7. Participates in class visits, orientations, and seminars by providing testing information to educator preparation candidates.

8. Advises students on testing requirements related to certification testing.

9. Advises departments on the scheduling and organizing of certification testing.

10. Works with university faculty, advisors, and department chairs as it relates to testing and data needs.

11. Provides internal and external stakeholders as well as the general public with relevant certification testing information.

12. Participates in university and governmental meetings related to certification testing and reporting.

13. Provides support to events led by the Office of Assessment and Accountability.

Non-Essential Job Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities or, using some other form of skills and abilities, be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.

3. Knowledge of state certification policies, procedures, and regulations.

4. Knowledge of data management and related technologies, including spreadsheet manipulation and relational databases.

5. Organizational skills in managing projects simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product.

6. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.

7. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.

8. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

9. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.

10. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

11. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement solutions.

12. Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.

13. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

14. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

15. Ability to work effectively and patiently with students.

16. Ability to acquire and maintain knowledge of university curriculum and degree requirements and to interpret them in the context of individual student needs.

17. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree is required. Related experience may be substituted for required education on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Required Experience and Training

Three years of related experience is required. Experience in academic advising, degree plans, certification, or a related area is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is preferred.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information Commensurate with Experience, Salary Grade - 14

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2025-072

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Positions Available 1

Posted Date 05/13/2025

Review Start Date

Close Date

Work Schedule

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12935

Contact Information

Contact Name Nikkie Strahan

Contact Phone (936)468-1064

Contact Email [email protected]

Contact Information

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Which of the following best represents your education background?

+ Completed High School Diploma or GED

+ Completed some college

+ Completed Associates Degree

+ Completed Bachelor's Degree

+ Completed Master's Degree

+ Completed Doctoral Degree or ABD

+ If you completed a college degree, please indicate your major field of study.

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Which of the following best represents the number of years experience you possess relating directly to the job to which you are applying?

+ Less than one

+ One to two

+ Three to four

+ Five to six

+ Seven to eight

+ Nine or more

+ * Please describe your experience in academic advising, degree plans, certification, or a related area.

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Are you a current employee of the university?

+ Yes

+ No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Cover Letter

Optional Documents