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Description
Description:
The Director of Institutional Research & Assessment oversees and leads the institutional research and assessment needs of the University, providing all areas of the institution with accurate data and appropriate interpretations to support informed decision-making. The director is responsible for the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and other regulatory reporting, and works with appropriate faculty and University officers to ensure that student educational outcomes are effectively measured and achieved. The Director of Institutional Research & Assessment reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
Qualifications:
1. Possession of a Master's degree in a related field preferred
2. Minimum of five years' experience in college or university institutional research
3. Working knowledge of best practices in university institutional research and assessment
4. Working knowledge of assessment and evidentiary requirements for WASC institutions
5. High degree of competence in IPEDS reporting policies and procedures
6. Working knowledge of FERPA regulations and confidentiality requirements
7. Proficient in MS Office software applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
8. Proficient in writing SQL queries and/or working with Unidata databases
9. Experience with BI dashboards (i.e. Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
10. Experience with assessment software preferred (i.e. Watermark Planning & Self Study and Course Evaluations & Surveys)
11. Strong analytical and statistical analysis abilities in order to accurately interpret data
12. High level of initiative and motivation with demonstrated collaboration and facilitation skills
13. High levels of integrity and professionalism
General Expectations:
1. Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ
2. Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties
3. Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
4. Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records
5. Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
6. Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
7. Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
8. Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
9. Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
10. Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor
Essential Functions:
1. Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ
2. Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties
3. Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
4. Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records
5. Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
6. Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
7. Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
8. Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
9. Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
10. Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor
Physical Requirements
Job Title:
Director of Institutional Research & Assessment
Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)
Indoors in controlled environment
Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)
Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener.
Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)
Sitting for long periods of time using a computer.
Analysis of Physical Demands
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
N
R
O
F
C
N
R
O
F
C
Lifting/Carrying
Twisting/Turning
Under 10 lbs
X
Reach over shoulder
X
11-20 lbs
X
Reach over head
X
21-50 lbs
X
Reach outward
X
51-100 lbs
X
Climb
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Crawl
X
Kneel
X
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
X
Under 10 lbs
X
Sit
X
11-20 lbs
X
Walk-Normal Surfaces
X
21-50 lbs
X
Walk-Uneven Surfaces
X
51-100 lbs
X
Walk-Slippery Surfaces
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Stand
X
Bend
X
Driving
Automatic Trans
X
Standard Trans
X
Other
Keyboard/Ten Key
X
Fingering (fine dexterity)
X
Handling (grasping, holding)
X
Repetitive Motion - Hands
X
Repetitive Motion - Feet
X
Salary Range: $70,304-$80,000 Annually