Professor of Practice & Executive Director, Professional Preparation & Workforce Partnerships (CT)

This Professor of Practice & Executive Director, Professional Preparation & Workforce Partnerships (CT) position is with University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here Lead strategic enrollment growth initiatives, endorsement development and updates, and workforce pipeline partnerships across all professional preparation credentialing programs. Identify new and innovative external partnerships with school districts, community colleges, educational agencies, and workforce partners to strengthen educator preparation and placement opportunities. Develop an ongoing holistic strategy for professional preparation program growth that involves ongoing market analysis of state and national priorities. Provide centralized leadership related to broad strategies regarding educator certification, institutional recommendations, licensure verification, state and federal compliance requirements, accreditation support, and program approvals and renewals. Lead planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic program policies, processes, and schedules to optimize program quality, student experience, and operational efficiency. Work collaboratively with college leadership to support multiple staff and faculty members, including supervisors, directors, and managers within the college and across partnering colleges within the university where professional educator preparation programs are housed. Provide guidance, training, and direction to ensure work meets established standards and desired outcomes. Oversee program-level resource planning, including staffing, space, technology, and instructional support needs, and make recommendations to leadership on optimal allocation. Identify operational risks and compliance issues related to academic programs and implement controls, documentation, and training to ensure adherence to institutional and regulatory requirements. Co-lead educator preparation reporting and data management initiatives, including Title II reporting, state reporting, requirements, certification outcomes, graduate employment data, and continuous improvement metrics. Develop systems for collecting and analyzing candidate, alumni, employer, and stakeholder data to support program improvement, accreditation efforts, and strategic planning. Utilize data strategically and collaborate routinely with recruiters, faculty, advisors, curricular affairs, and student success teams to grow and strengthen educator preparation pathways, enhance retention efforts, and promote certification readiness. Work collaboratively with college leadership to establish and monitor program-level performance metrics, analyze enrollment and student outcomes data, and recommend operational changes to enhance program effectiveness. Lead major projects and initiatives related to program expansion, modality changes, curricular revisions, or new program launches, ensuring operational readiness and sustainability. Manage /Oversee accreditation and assessment efforts associated with educator preparation and professional licensure programs, including CAEP, AAQEP, CACREP, APA, and other applicable accreditation systems. Monitor changes in state licensure and certification policies, providing clear communication and direction as needed to faculty, program directors, advisors, and college and university leadership related to the changes. Serve as the primary university liaison to the Arizona Department of Education, Arizona State Board of Education, U.S. Department of Education, school districts, community colleges, and professional organizations. Oversee certification-related processes across approved educator preparation programs, including student and alumni support, alternative certification pathways, and communication regarding certification timelines and requirements. Ensure the timely completion of educator preparation program submissions, renewals, biennial reviews, and compliance documentation with state agencies and accrediting bodies, collaborating with faculty program directors as needed. Support educator workforce and grant initiatives designed to reduce barriers for students entering the profession and improve certification and employment outcomes. Oversee communication, timelines, memoranda of understanding, interagency agreements (IAG), field placement documentation, and compliance processes connected to educator preparation programs. Provide leadership in professional preparation governance by chairing or coordinating university-wide committees related to educator certification, curriculum alignment, compliance, program quality, and educator workforce development initiatives. Participate in all College Leadership Council meetings and in departmental faculty meetings and program meetings as needed to aid in meeting job directives.