Job Summary/Company: Sparks Group has partnered with a financial association seeking a VP of Accreditation & Certification to oversee programs and committees. This position requires a strategic visionary with the capacity to reimagine and elevate programs, along with the ability to manage the functionality and regulations for certification and accreditation.
This position requires to work 1 week/month on site plus as business requires and must live in one of the following states: AL, AZ, DE, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, MD, MI, MS, NC, OH, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WV. Any travel for on site work requirement is considered normal commute and the responsibility of the employee.
Responsibilities:
Lead staff and committees in the design, development, implementation, and administration of programs
Maintain schedules and review competency and technical standards for certification programs
Manage relationships with banking department training directors so ensure alignment with bank agencies
Manage business model and billing for programs in support of Chief Learning Officer and Finance Department
Lead submission and approval of agency/courses to satisfy CE requirements
Supervise processes associated with awarding certification documents
Evaluate to ensure accreditation program is up to date with standards and policies
Leverage data and report on areas on concern to standards committee
Ensure alignment of accreditation priorities, states supervisory, and licensing priorities
Implement best practices for recruiting, training, and supporting team members
Manage team of 3 to maximize performance, delegate responsibility effectively, and provide timely feedback
Develop and oversee budget
Oversee negotiation and procurement of vendors and external resources
SME for technology related business cases, including LMS
Develop strategic plan aligned to mission and identify delivery and management system opportunities
Qualifications/Background Profile:
Advanced degree highly desired in related field to adult education, instructional design, or education measurement
Financial services industry experience preferred
12-15 years+ of progressive experience managing credentialing, accreditation, financial supervisory programs, or similar
Knowledge of high level adult education and training programs
Experience with education delivery technologies and education programs
Experience with strategic level functions and ability to work at all levels
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Must disclose conflicts of interest in financial services companies