Job Description

Quality and Accreditation Specialist

McKinley Admin

Job Summary

Serves as the operational lead for accreditation management, quality assurance initiatives, and policy administration at McKinley Health Center. Maintains and develops systems that support and monitor accreditation standards, policies, quality monitoring, and quality improvement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
• • Develop and manage quality assurance frameworks and performance measurement systems, including the Peer Review process.
• • Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiencies.
• • Facilitate program reviews, assessments, corrective action plans, and quality improvement initiatives.
• • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor organizational effectiveness.
• • Promote a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement.
• • Develop dashboards, reports, and performance metrics for leadership.
• • Analyze trends and outcomes to support strategic planning and organizational assessment.
• • Collaborate with technology and operational units to improve quality assurance practices.
• • Participate in the activities of the Student Affairs Assessment Committee.
• Policy Development and Maintenance
• • Coordinate the development, review, approval, and maintenance of policies and procedures.
• • Maintain the organization’s policy management system and review schedule.
• • Ensure policies remain aligned with regulations, accreditation standards, and institutional priorities.
• • Facilitate stakeholder review and policy governance processes.
• • Communicate policy updates and provide education and monitoring regarding organizational requirements.
• Accreditation Management
• • Lead accreditation preparation, reporting, site visits, and ongoing compliance activities, including provider credentialling.
• • Monitor changes in accreditation standards and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• • Coordinate documentation, evidence collection, and institutional responses required for accreditation reviews.
• • Develop and maintain accreditation calendars, project plans, and reporting schedules.
• Other Duties
• • Responsible and accountable to support and ensure the values of McKinley Health Center.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, Health Administration, Data Analytics, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
• A total of two (2) years (24 months) in education, training and/or work experience in accreditation, compliance, quality assurance, assessment, institutional effectiveness, data governance, or auditing.
• Demonstrated experience developing reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Experience managing accreditation reviews or audits.
• Experience in policy governance and organizational compliance programs.
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience working in higher education, healthcare, nonprofit, or regulated environments.
• Experience using business intelligence software, ideally Tableau.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret regulations, standards, and policies.
• Proficiency with data management and reporting tools.
• Accreditation and regulatory knowledge.
• Quality improvement and assessment.
• Compliance management.
• Data analytics and governance.
• Policy development and administration.
• Project management.
• Communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Organizational effectiveness.
• Microsoft Office Suite.

McKinley Health Center aims to provide high-quality ambulatory healthcare and health education to students and medical expertise to University leadership. The Center is also accredited through the Accreditation Associate for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Employees at MHC are required to provide proof of certain immunizations according to recommendations from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) guidelines. To review the full policy, please click here -Immunizations.

Our staff works on campus with an academically talented and diverse student population representing a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, including international students.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 5002 - Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 11/30/2026. The budgeted salary range for the position is $72,000 to $80,000. The anticipated schedule for this position is 8am-4:30pm, M-F.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 11/6/2026 . Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Sean Wilson at seanw11@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.

Champaign-Urbana

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1038877

Job Category: Professional and Administrative

Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu