Director of Institutional Research and Assessment

Institution: Indiana University Southeast
Location: New Albany , IN
Category: Admin - Institutional Research and Planning
Posted: 09/01/2006
Application Due: 10/15/2006, open until filled
Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with qualifications

 

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manage the operations of the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment, to include supervision of full-time professionals as well as hourly assistants.  The major functions of the office are to provide both standard and customized analyses and reporting of institutional data in support of institutional planning, support of assessment of student learning, and to assist in the development and implementation of surveys and other institutional research projects.  This position reports to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree (preferably in a field that includes substantial graduate-level course work in research methods and data analysis; doctorate preferred). One year management or supervisory experience. Three years experience working in a higher education setting with advanced knowledge of the principles, methods, and procedures associated with institutional research. Proven experience with relational database software that includes complex retrieval and report writing. Proficiency with spreadsheets, graphics, word processing, and statistical software packages in a Windows-based networked environment. Experienced in assessing student learning and institutional effectiveness, especially as they relate to accreditation requirements. Ability to work effectively with administrators, faculty, and staff to develop analyses in support of campus planning activities. Ability to communicate effectively in a culturally and ethnically diverse community. Ability to prioritize multiple demands, demonstrated problem solving skills, and proven orientation toward quality service. Sedentary work requirement: sitting for extended periods.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage Office of Institutional Research and Assessment, including setting annual goals and plans, personnel functions, budget management, and finding resources necessary for staff to accomplish assigned tasks. Perform accurate, timely, and thorough analyses of institutional data to support key management decisions at the campus level. Make formal presentations to campus community by translating statistical reports to the understanding of a novice. Collaborate with other data providers on campus and within the university and oversee campus data reporting with respect to IU system requirements and external entities, especially accreditation agencies. Serve as a member of the Enrollment Management team and provide support for various enrollment management functions including enrollment projections and retention analyses. Work with academic administrators, faculty, and staff to support development and implementation of plans for assessment of student learning at the academic and co-curricular program level. Propose research projects and collaborate with others to answer questions relevant to IUS. Serve as a campus Data Steward to ensure integrity, security, and privacy of records and assist in the development of data warehouse and end-user interfaces. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Complete application should include: a letter of application; current resume/C.V.; names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Short-listed candidates may be asked to provide additional materials (e.g., transcripts). All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The position will be filled by February 2007 or as soon thereafter as possible. Send to:

 

Human Resources Office – IR Director Search
Indiana   University Southeast
4201 Grant Line Road

New Albany , Indiana   47150

(812) 941-2356
Or by e-mail at hr@ius.edu

 

FOR BEST CONSIDERATION: Complete application should be received by October 15, 2006.

 

Indiana University Southeast is an EEO/ADA employer committed to diversity in the campus community. IUS encourages individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, GLBT, persons with disabilities, and veterans. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.ius.edu/HR/prospective/empopp.cfm.



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Sheying Chen, Ph.D.
Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Indiana University Southeast
4201 Grant Line Road
New Albany, IN 47150-6405

Tel: (812) 941-2210 / -2471 (direct)
Fax: (812) 941-2170

http://www.ius.edu/AcadAffairs/aboutus.cfm