Coordinator of Assessment
Description
About the Job
The Assessment Coordinator in the School of Education (SoE), College of Undergraduate Studies assists the SoE in program/curriculum development and alignment, and works with the Dean and faculty in the areas of assessment, accreditation, reauthorization, and reporting. This is a part-time, temporary role.
About CCU
Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.
Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914. CCU’s motto is--grace and truth. This motto comes from John 1.14: “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” (ESV)
CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.
Colorado Christian University cultivates knowledge and love of God in a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars, with an enduring commitment to the integration of exemplary academics, spiritual formation, and engagement with the world. We envision graduates who think critically and creatively, lead with high ethical and professional standards, embody the character and compassion of Jesus Christ, treasure the gospel, and who thereby are prepared to impact the world in their callings.
CCU embraces an educational model that was present at the foundation of many of the great western and American universities. It is made up of three pillars—competence, character and Christ-centered faith. Secular universities have abandoned two of those pillars. We think this is a major oversight that eventually undermines education. Furthermore, we believe this classical educational model is both life-giving and greatly needed in our time.
A leader in higher education, CCU has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had ten consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its two colleges--the College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 9,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.
What is most appealing about working at CCU?
Faith-friendly: CCU’s culture is unique to higher education. Where else can you pursue academic excellence yet read the Holy Bible, pray with teammates and students at work, and work to impact our culture in support of Christian values?
Convictionally Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God’s Word.
Live out your calling: We are a traditional evangelical university where you can invest your God-given talents and abilities alongside coworkers and teammates, while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings and preparing them for positions of significant leadership in the church, business, government, education, and other professions, as a key part of our University's Strategic Priorities.
Key Job Duties
- Work with the Dean to develop, author and project manage event content and documents related to federal and state authorizations/accreditations*, including required program reports, assessment reports, new licensure program proposals, and revised program proposals.
*CO Department of Education, CO Department of Higher Education, U.S. Department of Education, Association of Christian Schools International, National Council on Teacher Quality.
- Work with the Dean to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise assigned program/course curriculum related to program and student learning outcomes.
- Consistent with staff classification work schedule expectations, work part-time during the summer months, work on Fridays during the academic year and during Spring/Winter Break as needed.
- Commit to exemplary academics, personal spiritual growth, and engagement with the world.
- Grow in commitment and effectiveness in the integration of Christian faith and learning.
- Contribute to the development of a Christ-centered community of learners and scholars within the School of Education and College of Undergraduate Studies; and
- Perform other duties as identified and/or assigned.
We’re Looking for Candidates Who Have
- A Master’s degree (preferred) in K-12 education, education leadership, curriculum and instruction.
- Experience in the K-12 education sector required
- Experience with development, revision, and administration of a continuous improvement model required, including development of assessments, data collection, reporting and accreditation.
- Passion for higher education and dedication to using assessment data to support student success.
- Exemplary oral, interpersonal and written communication skills; Adapts quickly and cheerfully to changing priorities and processes; Demonstrates ability to work effectively and positively with students, administrators, faculty, and staff.
- Demonstrated servant leadership, high ethical standards, and professional business demeanor. Must be aligned with CCU’s mission, strategic objectives, and faith; and
- Proficient skill using Microsoft Office products: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel with an ability to quickly learn and master CCU’s database programs and systems.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to walk, stand, sit, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, speak with clarity, and have appropriate vision and hearing capabilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. You may be required to work occasional irregular hours, including some nights and weekends. Colorado Christian University expects all faculty and staff to become a part of the University community by participating in activities and events that occur on the campus throughout the year, which may occur during evenings and weekends.
Spiritual Requirements
- Committed follower of Jesus Christ, who believes there is no salvation apart from faith in his atonement on the cross, by grace alone becoming "born again" thus beginning a personal relationship with Christ, the Son of God.
- Able to effectively communicate personal faith and apply biblical principles and convictions in the workplace. Must have a strong sense of calling to the ministry of Colorado Christian University.
- Regularly attend and be engaged in meaningful involvement in a Bible-believing evangelical local church. Knowledgeable about the Word of God and passionate about Christian education.
- Must be a traditional evangelical Christian whose lifestyle is in consonance with sound Christian principles, is compatible with CCU’s Statement of Faith, and is in agreement with the Strategic Priorities promulgated by the University.