Director of Institutional Research

Description:

The Director of Institutional Research gives leadership to the institutional research activities of Simpson University. This position oversees the institutional research and assessment needs for the University and provides all areas of the institution with accurate data and appropriate interpretations for informed decision making. The director is responsible for IPEDS reporting and working with appropriate faculty and University officers to ensure student educational outcomes are being effectively measured and achieved.  The Director of Institutional Research reports to the Provost.

Qualifications:

1. Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; master’s degree 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 relational databases (SQL, Unidata, etc.)
9. Experience with BI dashboards (i.e. Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
10. Experience with assessment software preferred (i.e. Taskstream by Watermark)
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
14. Strong analytical and statistical analysis abilities in order to accurately interpret data

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. Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
3. Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records. Properly use tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgment
4. Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
5. Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
6. Support the overflow needs of other areas of Academic Affairs
7. Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the Provost

Essential Functions:

1. Coordinate and oversee institutional research and assessment activity
2. Collect, analyze and present data for use in external and internal reporting, and for monitoring effectiveness at the institutional and programmatic level. This includes, but is not limited to: student enrollment and success rates, both institutionally, and across all programs and student classifications, as well as respond to other ad hoc requests.
3. Serve as IPEDS keyholder, ensuring that all data are submitted accurately and on time
4. Work with faculty to ensure annual submissions of assessment data; analyze, interpret and report on findings to the appropriate parties
5. Assist in the training of Simpson University personnel in the area of assessment, including creating and maintaining an assessment handbook
6. Participate in national surveys, analyzing, interpreting and disseminating findings as appropriate
7. Oversee the program review process ensuring that reviews are completed as scheduled and the process conforms to best practices and accreditation standards
8. Assist the Accreditation Liaison Officer in moving the institution forward in educational effectiveness and the achievement of student learning outcomes at every level of the institution
9. Serve as the gatekeeper for assessment instruments and surveys used across campus

Related Responsibilities:

1. Conduct and report student course evaluations on faculty instruction
2. Coordinate and assist as appropriate Simpson University individuals and areas to do the work of assessment
3. Represent Simpson University to outside agencies in the area of assessment (e.g. CCCU, HERI)
4. Regularly conduct an institutional assessment audit and maintain institutional alignment maps

Please apply online through our website at: http://simpsonu.edu/Pages/About/HR/Employment.htm