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Associate Dean, Quality and Accreditation - Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Associate Dean, Quality and Accreditation - Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and attach the required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, current resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses.
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. on June 28, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016371T
Department Summary
About the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine:
Mission:
We pride ourselves on our strong focus on our mission: training osteopathic primary care physicians to serve Ohio.
Our medical school educates physicians committed to practice in Ohio, emphasizes primary care, engages in focused research, and embraces both Appalachian and urban communities. Integral to this mission, our college community commits itself to: providing a clinically integrated, learning-centered, osteopathic medical education continuum for students, interns, residents and primary care associates; embracing public service; and improving the health and well-being of underserved populations.
Vision:
A healthier Ohio, empowered by compassionate osteopathic physicians.
With our graduates and partners, we advance care and knowledge to improve the health of our communities. Our culture is built upon resiliency, courage and compassion. Our physicians humanize each patient encounter, bridging the gap between therapeutics, medical technologies, health systems, care delivery and disparity.
Essential Values:
These fundamental principles form the foundation of the culture at our college: wholeness and balance within each person; integrity; community of mutual respect; acceptance of others; pursuit of excellence; a climate of scholarship; and commitment to service, generosity and compassion.
Our Campuses:
https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/about/campuses
Why Choose Ohio University?
https://www.ohio.edu/hr/jobs/working-ohio
https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits
About the Office of Institutional Assessment and Accreditation
https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/about/offices/assessment-accreditation
Position Summary:
The Associate Dean, Quality and Accreditation provides strategic leadership for accreditation, institutional assessment, and continuous quality improvement (CQI) across the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU HCOM). This role has primary responsibility for the planning, coordination, oversight, and sustainability of accreditation and evaluation systems that support regulatory compliance, institutional effectiveness, and evidence-based decision making.
The Associate Dean represents the College in internal, university level, and external accreditation and effectiveness activities; leads institutional self-study processes and ongoing reporting; advances data informed assessment and quality improvement initiatives; and contributes to scholarly work in medical education, assessment, and accreditation. The role serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on accreditation readiness, institutional risk, and emerging trends affecting medical school quality and compliance.
The Associate Dean partners closely with the Senior Dean and Chief Academic Officer, Campus Deans, Associate Deans, department chairs, curriculum committees, faculty, and university accreditation offices to advance a culture of continuous improvement, institutional excellence, and sustained accreditation success.
Position Responsibilities:
Accreditation Leadership & Compliance
Oversees and implements University academic programming and policy approval process. Reviews and analyzes existing programs to ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies and regulations. Administers and evaluates the effectiveness of program achievements. Coordinates curriculum development, faculty affairs, and accreditation processes. May oversee core program components, curricula and/or instruction.
Level Summary
Responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of complex functional areas or multiple departments. Formulates policies, strategies, and systems that enhance the University's position in the competitive marketplace. Leads large, complex teams, possibly managing multiple layers of managers. Contributes to shaping the long-term strategic vision of the University, ensuring alignment with overarching goals.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages entire business units or divisions. Directly oversees at least 2.0 FTE employees or one or more supervisors. Has authority to hire, transfer, suspend, promote, manage performance, discharge, assign duties, reward, and discipline employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
Oversees multi-million dollar budgets, manages budget for a major business or academic unit.
Problem Solving
Solves highly complex, University-wide problems with long-term consequences.
Independence of Action
Full autonomy in decision-making, accountable for business outcomes.
Communication and Collaboration
Leads communication with board members, partners, and internal/external stakeholders. Responsible for successful implementation of organizational goals.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Master's degree in a related field, 15 or more years of related professional experience, and 9 or more years of supervisory experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
HCOM - Institutional Assessment and Accreditation
Pay Rate: The approved hiring range for this position is $95,101 to $128,385. Offers outside of this range require additional approvals. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position. Pay is accompanied by Ohio University's generous benefits package, which includes: Free tuition for employees and dependents Comprehensive insurance coverage, including health, prescription, vision, dental, orthodontia, and life insurance An excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution Wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a robust employee assistance program Paid parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. Additional information is available at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
21
Pay Range
$95,101.00-$163,086.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Academic & Program Management
Job Sub Family
Academic Administration
Job Level
M5
Job Open Date
05/22/2026
Posting End Date: 06/28/2026
Planning Unit: Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some after hours, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Flexplace and flextime arrangements may be available.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
on-going
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Bailey Shooner, bailey.shooner@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Associate Dean, Quality and Accreditation - Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and attach the required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, current resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses.
The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. on June 28, 2026.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016371T
Department Summary
About the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine:
Mission:
We pride ourselves on our strong focus on our mission: training osteopathic primary care physicians to serve Ohio.
Our medical school educates physicians committed to practice in Ohio, emphasizes primary care, engages in focused research, and embraces both Appalachian and urban communities. Integral to this mission, our college community commits itself to: providing a clinically integrated, learning-centered, osteopathic medical education continuum for students, interns, residents and primary care associates; embracing public service; and improving the health and well-being of underserved populations.
Vision:
A healthier Ohio, empowered by compassionate osteopathic physicians.
With our graduates and partners, we advance care and knowledge to improve the health of our communities. Our culture is built upon resiliency, courage and compassion. Our physicians humanize each patient encounter, bridging the gap between therapeutics, medical technologies, health systems, care delivery and disparity.
Essential Values:
These fundamental principles form the foundation of the culture at our college: wholeness and balance within each person; integrity; community of mutual respect; acceptance of others; pursuit of excellence; a climate of scholarship; and commitment to service, generosity and compassion.
Our Campuses:
https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/about/campuses
Why Choose Ohio University?
https://www.ohio.edu/hr/jobs/working-ohio
https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits
About the Office of Institutional Assessment and Accreditation
https://www.ohio.edu/medicine/about/offices/assessment-accreditation
Position Summary:
The Associate Dean, Quality and Accreditation provides strategic leadership for accreditation, institutional assessment, and continuous quality improvement (CQI) across the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU HCOM). This role has primary responsibility for the planning, coordination, oversight, and sustainability of accreditation and evaluation systems that support regulatory compliance, institutional effectiveness, and evidence-based decision making.
The Associate Dean represents the College in internal, university level, and external accreditation and effectiveness activities; leads institutional self-study processes and ongoing reporting; advances data informed assessment and quality improvement initiatives; and contributes to scholarly work in medical education, assessment, and accreditation. The role serves as a key advisor to senior leadership on accreditation readiness, institutional risk, and emerging trends affecting medical school quality and compliance.
The Associate Dean partners closely with the Senior Dean and Chief Academic Officer, Campus Deans, Associate Deans, department chairs, curriculum committees, faculty, and university accreditation offices to advance a culture of continuous improvement, institutional excellence, and sustained accreditation success.
Position Responsibilities:
Accreditation Leadership & Compliance
- Lead institutional accreditation activities for OU HCOM, including self-study development, ongoing reporting, site visit preparation, and coordination for programmatic and institutional accreditors.
- Serve as the College's primary representative to national, state, and university level accreditation and institutional effectiveness bodies.
- Ensure continuous compliance with program specific (e.g., COCA, ACGME) and institutional accreditation standards through systematic monitoring, documentation, and reporting.
- Advise senior leadership on accreditation readiness, risks, gaps, and evidence based corrective actions.
- Maintain a continuous accreditation infrastructure that supports proactive monitoring and sustainability.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive, sustainable institutional accreditation and assessment strategy embedded within continuous, integrated processes.
- Lead college level institutional assessment and evaluation activities aligned with institutional effectiveness and quality improvement frameworks.
- Align medical school assessment and CQI processes with broader university effectiveness initiatives.
- Apply quality improvement methodologies (e.g., gap analysis, root cause analysis, process mapping) to inform institutional improvement efforts.
- Promote the use of national and regional benchmarking and evidence based best practices in assessment and accreditation.
- Advance data integrity, governance, and compliance to support accurate internal reporting and external regulatory submissions.
- Collect, analyze, and synthesize data from internal units and external sources (e.g., AAMC, ACGME, national benchmarks) to inform accreditation and institutional evaluation.
- Develop and oversee dashboards, metrics, and reporting structures to communicate institutional effectiveness and accreditation related outcomes to varied audiences.
- Supervise the maintenance of institutional documentation, reports, and data repositories supporting accreditation and evaluation.
- Conduct institutional assessment and educational research using qualitative and quantitative methods, including survey design, data analysis, and reporting.
- Produce peer reviewed scholarship related to institutional effectiveness, accreditation, and medical education.
- Provide consultation to college units (e.g., admissions, curriculum, student affairs) to ensure alignment with accreditation standards and assessment best practices.
- Foster internal and external partnerships to advance the work of the OIAA and institutional success.
- Pursue grant and funding opportunities to support institutional effectiveness initiatives and evaluation work.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor professional staff and student employees within the Office of Institutional Assessment and Accreditation.
- Manage OIAA operations, personnel supervision, and the unit's budget.
Oversees and implements University academic programming and policy approval process. Reviews and analyzes existing programs to ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies and regulations. Administers and evaluates the effectiveness of program achievements. Coordinates curriculum development, faculty affairs, and accreditation processes. May oversee core program components, curricula and/or instruction.
Level Summary
Responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of complex functional areas or multiple departments. Formulates policies, strategies, and systems that enhance the University's position in the competitive marketplace. Leads large, complex teams, possibly managing multiple layers of managers. Contributes to shaping the long-term strategic vision of the University, ensuring alignment with overarching goals.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Manages entire business units or divisions. Directly oversees at least 2.0 FTE employees or one or more supervisors. Has authority to hire, transfer, suspend, promote, manage performance, discharge, assign duties, reward, and discipline employees.
Fiscal Responsibilities
Oversees multi-million dollar budgets, manages budget for a major business or academic unit.
Problem Solving
Solves highly complex, University-wide problems with long-term consequences.
Independence of Action
Full autonomy in decision-making, accountable for business outcomes.
Communication and Collaboration
Leads communication with board members, partners, and internal/external stakeholders. Responsible for successful implementation of organizational goals.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Master's degree in a related field, 15 or more years of related professional experience, and 9 or more years of supervisory experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- M.D., D.O., Ph.D., Ed.D., or comparable terminal degree with a focus in higher education, institutional assessment, educational research/measurement, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in medical education, institutional assessment, educational evaluation, or research, and accreditation processes.
- Experience with COCA, ACGME, and regional or university level accreditation bodies.
- Demonstrated experience leading continuous quality improvement initiatives.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, including survey design, data analysis, and reporting.
- Record of scholarly productivity related to institutional evaluation, accreditation, or medical education.
- Self-directed, highly motivated, and effective in collaborative, complex educational environments.
- Experience applying artificial intelligence (AI) or advanced analytics to assessment or accreditation work.
- Experience in osteopathic undergraduate and/or graduate medical education.
HCOM - Institutional Assessment and Accreditation
Pay Rate: The approved hiring range for this position is $95,101 to $128,385. Offers outside of this range require additional approvals. The final offer will be commensurate with the candidate's education and experience in relation to the minimum qualifications for the position. Pay is accompanied by Ohio University's generous benefits package, which includes: Free tuition for employees and dependents Comprehensive insurance coverage, including health, prescription, vision, dental, orthodontia, and life insurance An excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% employer contribution Wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a robust employee assistance program Paid parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. Additional information is available at: https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/
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Pay Grade21
Pay Range
$95,101.00-$163,086.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Academic & Program Management
Job Sub Family
Academic Administration
Job Level
M5
Job Open Date
05/22/2026
Posting End Date: 06/28/2026
Planning Unit: Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some after hours, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Flexplace and flextime arrangements may be available.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
on-going
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Bailey Shooner, bailey.shooner@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report Click Here!
