Director Of Institutional Research And Effectiveness

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Louisiana State University of Alexandria is a publicly supported institution that provides undergraduate level college education to the citizens of Central Louisiana. The university is a unit of the LSU System and operates under the auspices of the Louisiana Board of Regents. LSUA is located in Rapides Parish.

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Job Posting Title:

Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

Department:

LSUA Chancellor

• Department of Academic and Student Affairs (Elizabeth Milton Beard (00007643))

Work Location:

LSU

• Alexandria

Pay Grade:

Professional

Job Description:

Job Title: DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH AND EFFECTIVENESS

Department: Academic Affairs

Supervisor: Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Job Description:

Purpose: The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness provides leadership and guidance for planning, assessment, and reporting processes aligned to the mission and vision of Louisiana State University of Alexandria. This position reports to Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and has broad impact on University programs, promoting a culture of data-informed decision making, growth, and continuous improvement. This is a 12-month professional staff position at LSU Alexandria.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the institutional research program to support university planning, accreditation, and decision making.

• Develop a system for assessing, analyzing, and improving processes and programs that support the University's mission and vision.

• Support the SACSCOC Accreditation Liaison in data collection, assessment, and reporting for accreditation standards, ensuring compliance with SACSCOC standards.

• Oversee the systematic review of policy statements by the appropriate units to assure compliance with accreditation standards.

• Coordinate the processes of program assessment and development of improvement objectives in collaboration with the academic units.

• Coordinate the completion of all required state and federal data reports.

• Respond to internal and external requests for university data, including ad hoc requests.

• Work collaboratively with IET Services and other university offices to ensure the integrity of data in the university's data systems.

• Develop and implement surveys and analyze data as needed to support university planning, assessment, and other activities.

• Conduct comprehensive studies on targeted topics such as recruitment, retention, and completion as requested by administration.

• Research, analyze, and interpret university data and data trends to provide strategic direction to university departments and divisions.

• Design and implement studies associated with the university's institutional effectiveness efforts.

• Coordinate the university's strategic planning efforts and institutional effectiveness process.

• Assist with regional and program accreditation efforts.

• Serve on university committees.

• Provide leadership and supervision to the staff of the Institutional Research and Effectiveness office.

• Maintain up-to-date information on current policy issues and trends regarding assessment, accountability, and institutional effectiveness.

• Support faculty in the design and execution of surveys and other evaluation instruments in support of ongoing evaluation and effectiveness projects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with graduate coursework in statistics; Masters preferred.

• Expertise in research design and methodology and statistical analysis.

• Expertise in survey design and administration.

• Experience with complex relational databases required.

• Extensive experience with Microsoft SQL Databases and Queries.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

• Experience with regional accreditation, preferably SACSCOC.

• Five years' experience in institutional research preferred.

• Previous administrative experience in higher education preferred.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with graduate coursework in statistics; Masters preferred. Please attach all transcripts.

Application must be fully completed. Please list all work experience. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. You must include all relevant education and experience on your official application.

Application Instructions:

Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

LSUA is an equal employment opportunity provider.

Please email your questions or concerns about your application to HumanResources@lsua.edu.

Posting Date:

February 12, 2024

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check

• An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSUA offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSUA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

LSUA believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSUA is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSUA's Diversity Statement.

LSUA is also designated as a State As a State Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hrm@lsua.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 318-473-6401 or emailed hrm@lsua.edu