Director of Accreditation & Regulation

About Chamberlain University

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with six Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers online options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at www.chamberlain.edu.

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care®. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care®, we’ve built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care® is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care®, we invite you to apply today!

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for higher education quality and compliance? Chamberlain University is seeking a dynamic Director of Accreditation & Regulation to lead institutional and programmatic accreditation efforts across our campuses and programs. This is a high-impact role that ensures our academic offerings meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

Responsibilities: 

Accreditation & Regulatory Leadership

• Lead approval processes for new programs and campuses with accrediting and regulatory bodies (e.g., CCNE, HLC, CSWE, CEPH, state boards).
• Develop and submit self-study reports; oversee site visits and program/location reviews.
• Serve as primary liaison with state boards of nursing during initial applications.

Compliance & Advocacy

• Ensure programs meet accreditation and regulatory standards in collaboration with academic and operations leaders.
• Evaluate the impact of proposed innovations on compliance and accreditation.
• Support interdisciplinary and international program compliance with the Healthcare Vertical.

Monitoring & Communication

• Track and communicate legislative developments affecting accreditation and licensing.
• Maintain data on certification, accreditation, and licensure requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and build relationships with agencies in coordination with Adtalem’s Regulatory Affairs and General Counsel.

Content & Curriculum Oversight

• Ensure accuracy of the university catalog and coordinate distribution with marketing.
• Participate in curriculum development to align with state and professional standards.
• Support faculty and staff orientation on accreditation processes.

Institutional Engagement

• Serve as an ex-officio member on university committees to advise on regulatory standards.
• Participate in assessment activities that support accreditation.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Proven leadership in accreditation and regulatory affairs 
• Deep understanding of higher education compliance standards
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Ability to manage complex projects across multiple stakeholders

 Education

• Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution (required)
• Master’s degree in Nursing (required)

Professional Experience

• Minimum 7 years of leadership experience in nursing education and accreditation
• Minimum 10 years as a faculty member in higher education
• Significant experience in academic assessment and accreditation within higher education
• Proven success in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines

Skills & Expertise

• Strong organizational, research, analytical, and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve strategic goals
• Deep understanding of accreditation criteria and regulatory standards
• Proficiency in computer databases, spreadsheets, and statistical applications
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Skilled in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing education programs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed organization

Travel

• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $100,171.61 and $175,761.85. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:  

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays
  
  For more information related to our benefits please visit: https://careers.adtalem.com/benefits.
  
  You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation