Senior Analyst - Licensing & Accreditation

About the role

Covista, a healthcare education provider, is hiring a Senior Licensing & Accreditation Analyst in Chicago. The role ensures that all institutions and business units comply with state, federal and accreditor requirements by obtaining and maintaining approval to operate, grant degrees and recruit in all applicable jurisdictions, and advises institutions on regulatory policies, standards, processes and guidelines.

Key responsibilities

• Gather data and materials with business owners to complete applications and reports, and ensure timely submission of compliant materials.
• Maintain databases and resource materials, and keep regulatory heat maps.
• Review and assess the implications of current and proposed regulations, present analysis to leaders and propose solutions.
• Lead multiple complex projects and help develop policies and procedures.
• Assist in evaluating new institutional initiatives requiring regulatory approval and help prioritize the work stream.
• May mentor a new colleague depending on experience.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in a federal/state regulated environment; higher education licensing or accreditation experience preferred.
• Experience gathering and analyzing data and communicating it in prescribed forms.
• Self-motivated, able to finish projects on or ahead of schedule with little supervision.
• Willingness to write writing samples.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent organizational, oral and written communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Proof-reading skills and ability to interact professionally with senior leadership and outside agencies.

What we offer

• Salary range of $49,199.33 to $86,253.75, adjusted for experience, location and other factors.
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• 401k retirement program with a 6% employer match.
• Flexible time off policy and 12 paid holidays.