Accreditation Data Specialist

The University of Southern Maine’s Office of Educator Preparation is seeking an Accreditation Data Specialist.  

The Accreditation Data Specialist develops and manages the system to meet the accreditation needs of the School of Education and Human Development (SEHD). It provides collaborative leadership in the Office of Educator Preparation’s efforts to renew and maintain accreditation of all initial and advanced educator preparation programs. The position also plays a critical role in supporting internal quality assurance interventions and strategies. As such, it must maintain and facilitate highly collaborative relationships with and between academic department faculty and staff within the School of Education & Human Development, other University offices and departments, and external organizations.

The Office of Educator Preparation at the University of Southern Maine supports aspiring and current educators through high-quality teacher training, licensure programs, and professional development. Committed to excellence and innovation in education, the office collaborates with schools and communities to prepare future teachers and educational leaders who are skilled, reflective, and dedicated to student success.

This is a full-time position with a starting annual salary up to $44,000 located on our Gorham Campus.  

The University of Southern Maine offers highly competitive benefits for full-time and eligible part-time employees that includes (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.


• Health, dental and vision insurance.


• Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance.


• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.


• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).


• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution.


• Free access to the METRO system, including the Husky Line with service between our Portland and Gorham campuses.

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary.  

The University of Southern Maine is a vibrant academic community located in the greater Portland, Maine area, including campuses in Portland, Gorham, Lewiston, and online. USM is part of the University of Maine System and offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing hands-on learning, community engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration. With a highly engaged student-centered learning environment, USM is a steward of higher education, helping drive the economic, cultural, and civic life in the communities where our campuses are located and beyond.  USM is committed to providing expanded access to high-quality education that elevates economic opportunity and contributes significantly to the vitality of a diverse society. To learn more about USM, visit About Our University. 

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement.  USM encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, and those with differing abilities, experiences, and cultural perspectives.

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in computer science, instructional technology, or a related educational field from an accredited college or University.  


• At least 3 years of experience constructing databases and managing Student Learning and Licensure, forms, and reports.


• Experience managing the accreditation processes of educator preparation programs.

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below or visit our USM Careers Page and submit the following:

•    Cover Letter
•    Resume/Curriculum Vitae
•    Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

For full consideration please submit all required materials by March 26, 2025.  

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.

Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR), and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. View the University’s Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email or call 207.780.4035.

EEO Statement:

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).