Description
Manager of Academic Data, Compliance, and Institutional Reporting
Full-time, exempt, 40 hours/week
Hybrid-eligible
$67,000-$77,000
Reports to: Chief of Staff
VLGS Benefits and PTO include:
- Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.).
- 403b including 4% employer contribution.
- 3 weeks of paid vacation in addition to paid personal and sick days.
- 11 paid holidays plus two weeks of paid days off for Summer and Winter breaks.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- VLGS course participation with tuition assistance.
- Flexible schedule potential.
Vermont Law and Graduate School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We grow and learn better together with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. In recruiting for faculty and staff, we seek unique backgrounds to enrich and challenge our community.
Position Summary:
The Manager of Academic Data, Compliance, and Institutional Reporting serves as the institution's primary coordinator for academic and accreditation-related data collection, analysis, reporting, and compliance activities. The position oversees the collection, validation, analysis, and submission of institutional data required for accreditation, rankings, regulatory reporting, and strategic decision-making. The manager collaborates extensively with Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, the Registrar, Admissions, Business Office, and other departments to ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely submission of institutional data.
This is a hybrid-eligible role for the right candidate.
Accreditation and Regulatory Reporting
• Coordinate data collection and reporting for:
o American Bar Association (ABA)
o New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
o Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
o U.S. News & World Report
o Other institutional reporting requirements
• Monitor reporting requirements, deadlines, and regulatory changes.
• Prepare supporting documentation for accreditation reviews and site visits.
• Maintain reporting calendars, submission records, and accreditation archives.
Institutional Data Management
• Develop and maintain academic data collection processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with IT and Registrar to maintain data integrity across systems.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of institutional data.
• Create and maintain data dictionaries, reporting standards, and documentation.
• Coordinate data validation activities across departments.
• Conduct regular audits of reported information.
Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze institutional, academic, enrollment, faculty, and student outcome data.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations for leadership and governance groups.
• Identify trends, opportunities, and potential compliance risks.
• Provide analytical support for strategic planning and institutional effectiveness initiatives.
Rankings and Benchmarking
• Manage annual reporting to external ranking organizations.
• Conduct benchmarking studies against peer institutions.
• Analyze ranking methodologies and identify factors affecting institutional performance.
• Assist leadership in interpreting ranking and survey results.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Serve as the primary liaison among Academic Affairs, Registrar, Student Affairs, Admissions, Finance, Career Services, and other
departments regarding institutional data.
• Coordinate institution-wide data requests.
• Provide training and guidance regarding reporting requirements and data standards.
• Support accreditation self-studies and institutional reviews.
Compliance and Continuous Improvement
• Monitor compliance with accreditation standards and reporting obligations.
• Recommend process improvements for data collection and reporting.
• Develop policies and procedures that strengthen institutional data governance.
• Maintain records supporting accreditation and compliance activities.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three to five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education data management, institutional research, accreditation, compliance, assessment, or related fields.
• Experience with IPEDS, accreditation reporting, institutional research, or regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience working with student information systems and institutional databases.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear reports and recommendations.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple reporting deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with ABA accreditation reporting.
• Experience with NECHE accreditation processes.
• Familiarity with U.S. News and other higher education ranking methodologies.
• Experience developing institutional dashboards and perf
Other Requirements
· 85% computer-related work.
· Primary work performed while sitting and/or standing at a desk.
· Must be able to work legally within the United States without sponsorship.
· Ability to perform all essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Application Requirements:
Please attach a resume and cover letter for consideration. If you are applying from a third party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at https://www.vermontlaw.edu/community/about-vls/employment-opportunities or email required documents to [email protected].
As part of our commitment to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, candidates who meet the qualifications for this position and who require accommodations to apply should contact Human Resources at [email protected]. Vermont Law and Graduate School strives to raise the bar for being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, place of birth, marital status, disability, veteran's status, HIV status, pregnancy, genetic information, health insurance status, and crime victim status.
pm20
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in higher education data management, institutional research, accreditation, compliance, assessment, or related fields
- Experience with IPEDS, accreditation reporting, institutional research, or regulatory compliance
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and reporting tools
- Experience working with student information systems and institutional databases
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear reports and recommendations
- Ability to collaborate across departments and manage multiple reporting deadlines simultaneously
- Experience developing institutional dashboards and performance reporting
- Experience with ABA accreditation reporting
- Experience with NECHE accreditation processes
- Familiarity with U.S. News and other higher education ranking methodologies
What We Do
Vermont Law and Graduate School (VLGS) is a private graduate institution offering Juris Doctor, Master of Laws, and other master’s programs in law, public policy, and related fields. Established in 1972, it is especially known for environmental law, climate change, restorative justice, and clinical education. VLGS prepares students with practical legal and policy skills to pursue professional careers and advance social and environmental change.
