Hybrid Director of Regulatory Initiatives at Westcliff University

Description

What if your next job wasn’t just a role, but a place where you truly felt valued, inspired, and empowered? Imagine working for a company that’s dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering others, while fostering a family-like atmosphere that genuinely respects and appreciates every team member. Now, imagine that this company also offers A flexible hybrid work schedule

• Strong, guiding values that drive everything we do
• Outstanding benefits to support your well-being
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

Does that sound like a place where you’d thrive? 

If so, keep reading, because this is exactly what Westcliff University is all about. Here’s a glimpse of what makes our culture amazing: At Westcliff, we strive to be the best in all we do, celebrating and supporting each team member as we grow and succeed together. As a global leader in innovative education, we’re known for our transformative, tech-driven programs and our unwavering commitment to excellence, social responsibility, and diversity.

Our tagline – Educate. Inspire. Empower. – perfectly sums up our mission: to create opportunities for students and employees to achieve success through hard work and empowerment. 

Diversity and inclusion are at our core. At Westcliff, we embrace diversity in every form. Regardless of your race, gender, sexual orientation, family status, religion, ethnicity, national origin, physical ability, veteran status, or age – you belong here. 

By joining the Westcliff team, you’ll have the chance to leave your personal mark on a growing institution, helping us shape the future of education while being part of a supportive and innovative community. Ready to feel inspired and appreciated while making a real difference? 

Apply now, and let’s grow and succeed together! 

Director of Regulatory Initiatives

Position Summary:
The Director of Regulatory Initiatives serves as the principal deputy to the Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, supporting the development, submission, and oversight of regulatory, accreditation, and growth initiatives. This role is instrumental in coordinating institutional responses to external oversight bodies and ensuring timely, accurate, and mission-aligned reporting across jurisdictions and program areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance and Reporting

• Prepare, review, and/or submit institutional reports and applications to state, federal, and international regulatory agencies (e.g., BPPE, BRN, PEQAB, SEVP)
• Maintain compliance with accreditation and state regulatory standards and support the preparation of substantive change proposals, interim reports, and regulatory visit logistics.
• Monitor changing regulatory environments and proactively adjust internal policies and procedures to maintain compliance and readiness.
  
  

Expansion Initiatives

• Draft and coordinate components of substantive change applications for new campuses, degree programs, and delivery modalities.
• Assist in gathering evidence, data, and documentation required for accreditation reaffirmation, mid-cycle reviews, and third-party evaluations.
  
  

Project Management & Executive Support

• Serve as a project manager for initiatives related to institutional growth, such as international expansion, program licensing, or new site development.
• Draft presentations, white papers, and policy briefs in support of the Vice President’s executive communications and decision-making needs.
  
  

Liaison & Representation

• Represent the university in meetings with regulatory and accrediting bodies under the direction of the VP.
• Cultivate relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, partner institutions, and faculty governance leaders.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree required; doctoral degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in higher education administration, with at least 2 years in regulatory, accreditation, or compliance-related work.
• Familiarity with accreditation, state, and federal regulations in higher education.
• Strong technical writing and project management skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy across diverse institutional contexts.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at-will basis, unless otherwise contractually bound