Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

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Posting Details

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Position Information :

Posting Number : 240131

Job Title : Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Department Information : Lane Community College, a comprehensive community college in beautiful Eugene, Oregon, has begun the search for a Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness.

Location : Main Campus

Classification : Management

Position Type : Management

Anticipated Start Date : 01 / 02 / 2025

Salary / Wage : Annual

Salary / Wage Range : Starting Salary Range $115,425 - $124,844 Annual (Management Salary Grade 26)

Salary / Compensation Statement :

Employees newly hired into this position are placed within the first three (3) steps of the salary range. The application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates.

All employment and education history will be considered.

• Our Management Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability as well as paid sick leave and vacation time.
• Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.

Working Schedule :

• Full-time; Variable work hours based upon department needs; weekends, evenings and travel may be required.
• Generally Monday Friday, 8 : 00 am 5 : 00 pm.

FLSA : Exempt

Position Status : Permanent

Full / Part : Full-Time

Annual Schedule : 260 Day (12 Month)

Posting Text :

Posting Date : 08 / 26 / 2024

Closing Date : 09 / 26 / 2024

Required QUALIFICATIONS :

Required Education : Master’s degree in a relevant field such as education, public policy, data science or other relevant field.

Required Experience :

• Three (3) years experience in institutional research, data analysis, data analytics, or related fields.
• Three (3) years experience coordinating strategic planning efforts.

Conditions of Employment :

• Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS :

Preferred Experience :

• Experience supervising multiple direct reports in an educational setting.
• Leadership experience in institutional research or data analysis within education.
• Experience leading institutional efforts in the design, reporting, and publication of meaningful and useful data.
• Experience conducting information analyses and creating reports to support planning and improvement efforts.
• Experience ensuring institutional compliance and supporting accreditation through effective data management and reporting.

Position Purpose :

The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness plays a critical role in leading and coordinating data-informed decision-making across all areas of the College with a particular focus within academic affairs.

Essential Functions :

• Design, develop and implement a comprehensive institutional research, planning, assessment, and effectiveness agenda aligned with the college’s strategic priorities and data reporting requirements.
• Oversee the collection, validation, and maintenance of institutional data from various sources.
• Lead the design and execution of surveys, studies, and analyses to support institutional assessment.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units to identify benchmarks for measuring institutional effectiveness and student success.
• Provide timely and accurate reports and visualizations to support decision-making.
• Supervise and mentor departmental staff.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in institutional research.
• Represent the college at conferences and meetings.
• Ensure the implementation of the College’s Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunities policies.
• Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with higher education policy and accreditation standards.

Applicant Instructions :

• Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Please complete the online application in its entirety.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package :
• Application Complete and submit online via the applicant portal.
• Resume Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments.
• Cover Letter Clearly detail how you meet the qualifications for the position.
• Transcripts See instructions below.

Positions close at 9 : 00 pm PST.

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