Certification Officer and Compliance Specialist, School of Education

Holy Family University - Philadelphia, PA

Part-time

Philadelphia, PA

Educational Services

About the position

The position at Holy Family University involves contributing to a collegial and professional environment that supports faculty, staff, and students. The role includes acting as a liaison between students, teachers, and various university entities, serving as the University Certification Officer, Certification Compliance Coordinator, and Field Placement Assistant. Responsibilities include processing certification requests, monitoring compliance with certification requirements, and arranging field placements for students.

Responsibilities

• Process and submit certification applications to the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) through TIMS.
• Process documentation for Holy Family graduates seeking certification in other states.
• Communicate with PDE regarding certification requirements and procedures.
• Collaborate with relevant School/University personnel to implement State Certification requirements.
• Provide information sessions for students regarding certification processes and testing requirements.
• Provide letters of verification of program completion for students seeking certification.
• Verify that students meet the requirements for formal admission to the School of Education.
• Maintain communication with students and advisors regarding School of Education admissions status.
• Direct students to web-based information on School of Education admission criteria and testing requirements.
• Maintain a database of tracking data for students including GPA and state certification test scores.
• Attend Compliance Committee meetings and address compliance issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and/or experience working in teacher certification.
• Knowledge of university policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the campus community.
• Excellent communication skills (in-person and through other media).
• Ability to collaborate with individuals and groups.
• Proficient with technology systems, Datatel, Canvas, database applications, multimedia and presentation software.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Time Off: Personal, Sick and Vacation Days
• Tuition Remission for undergraduate accelerated learning courses
• Credit Union