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Job Title Director, Institutional Research Agency Texas A&M International University Department Office of the Provost & VP for Academic Affairs Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location ...

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Directors of Institutional Research often navigate the challenge of balancing diverse data requests from various campus stakeholders, such as administrators, faculty, and accreditation bodies. This requires strong communication skills to clarify data needs, set realistic expectations, and ensure data integrity while managing tight deadlines. Additionally, they must stay current with evolving compliance standards and effectively translate complex data analyses into actionable insights for decision-makers. Collaboration and the ability to build trust with different departments are key to overcoming these challenges and delivering meaningful results.

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A Director of Institutional Research is a senior-level professional responsible for overseeing the collection, analysis, and reporting of data within an educational institution, typically at colleges or universities. Their main role is to provide data-driven insights to support decision-making, planning, and assessment processes. They often manage teams, develop research methodologies, ensure data quality, and communicate findings to administrators and stakeholders. The director also ensures compliance with accreditation requirements and external reporting obligations. Their work is crucial for institutional effectiveness and strategic planning.
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Director, Institutional Research

Director, Institutional Research

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU)

Laredo, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Texas A&M International University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

334th of 536 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Job Title
Director, Institutional Research
Agency
Texas A&M International University
Department
Office of the Provost & VP for Academic Affairs
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Laredo, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Director of Institutional Research, under general direction, develops, manages, and coordinates Institutional Research operations. Collaborates with faculty and staff to compile, analyze, and report a wide range of institutional data, which includes institutional characteristics, enrollments, and student achievements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensures that information is collected and official reports are produced in a timely manner to maintain compliance with Federal, State, System, and University reporting requirements.
  • Oversees the design, development, and maintenance of online databases as well as the composite information system storing archival information for retrieval to enhance reporting.
  • Develops technologically driven enhancements for providing internal constituents with access to data and information for decision-making.
  • Manages daily activities of the department concerning recruiting and selection, hiring and terminating, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.
  • Analyzes University data and prepares reports and executive summaries.
  • Administers the budget and oversees the fiscal operations of assigned department.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements
  • Education - Master's degree in a field emphasizing data analysis, research methods, statistics, or higher education from an accredited institution.
  • Experience - Ten years of related experience.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience
  • Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or D.A.) in research, statistics, data science, information systems, educational research, higher education administration, or related fields emphasizing data analysis.
  • 5+ years related experience including a minimum of 3 years working in a supervisory role or leadership role.
  • Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools.
  • Demonstrated experience working with Banner or or SIS systems.
  • Demonstrated experience developing a data warehouse (Oracle platform)
  • Demonstrated experience completing reports to state-level coordinator board.
  • Knowledge of IPEDS, THECB reporting, SACSCOC accreditation standards, and data governance principles.

Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
  • Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
  • University processes and procedures.
  • Applied statistical methods and packages, as well as survey analyses.

Ability to:
  • Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Effective leadership and management skills.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of SQL, SPSS, SAS, R, or Python for statistical analysis.

Licensing / Professional Certification -None
Physical Requirements - None.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Supervision of Others
This position generally supervises employees.
Other Requirements
  • Evening and weekend work may be required.
  • Availability for occasional travel.
  • Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
  • Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you "Submit" the application materials. The software does not allow you to "Save" your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information
  • Unofficial transcripts

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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