Research Plan and Evaluation - Director of Institutional Research

Title: Research Plan and Evaluation - Director of Institutional Research

Location: Bloomington United States

Job Description:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Research Plan & Evaluation Dir - Director of Institutional Research

Institution:

Normandale Community College

Classification Title:

Research Plan & Evaluation Dir

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Managerial Plan

City:

Bloomington

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$40.26 - $58.20

We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Classification: Research Planning Evaluation Director

Unlimited, Full-time

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Monday - Friday)

• A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable)

Salary Range: Hourly from $40.46 to $58.20; Annually from $84,063 to $121,522

• Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

The vacancy is posted on-line from Wednesday July 2 to Sunday July 13 at 11:50pm

THE POSITION AND THE DEPARTMENT

The Director of Institutional Research provides leadership in managing college data and performs all essential functions related to the identification, collection, interpretation, and communication of institutional data for planning, evaluation, and decision-making purposes. This position works collaboratively with college constituents to prioritize research agendas; design and manage datasets and research projects; to provide consultative guidance and oversight on assessment processes and survey instruments; to support data informed decision-making collegewide; and to ensure access to and integrity of college data.

The Director implements operational strategy and provides daily oversight for the college's research department and effectively sustains a data-informed organizational culture in furtherment of the institution's strategic goals including achievement of racial equity in educational outcomes. This position also serves on the college's Administrative Council.

This position will actively advance the college's strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:

• A minimum of five (5) years of professional related experience conducting analysis, applying sound judgment, and leveraging specialized mathematical and/or statistical knowledge to inform decision-making or strategy development. Doctorate degree may substitute for 2 years of experience; Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute for 12 months of experience; Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.

• One (1) year experience leading or supervising others.

• Fiscal management experience in developing and administering budgets.

• Experience coordinating and effectively prioritizing the institutional research needs for a complex organization.

• Solid knowledge of and experience with quantitative and qualitative research methodologies applicable to postsecondary education sufficient to provide guidance and direction to staff and consultants engaged in these activities.

• Ability to effectively query and analyze data from large relational databases, including Excel, PowerBI, SQL, R, and other data analysis programs.

• Ability to effectively identify, interpret, and present significant trends through the use of data.

• Ability to communicate (written, verbal, listening, and human relations) in a culturally responsive manner on a diverse college campus, including helping various communities understand data and its implications.

• General understanding of higher education and issues surrounding enrollment and accountability.

Preferred:

• Master's degree; major field of study or degree emphasis in Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Psychology or Sociology with an emphasis on quantitative research methods.

• Extensive supervisory experience, particularly in project management, designing and implementing work plans and goals, and clearly establishing work priorities.

• Experience designing and administering program evaluation.

• Demonstrated knowledge of assessing and advancing racial equity in higher education, especially in course success outcomes and climate assessments.

• Proven experience preparing and communicating data reports and recommendations to advance an organization's equity and inclusion goals, including designing inclusive survey instruments.

• Ability to coordinate several simultaneous activities to meet organizational goals and objectives.

• Ability to be flexible, innovative, and responsive to change by recognizing problems and generating solutions.

WHY NORMANDALE

Normandale is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural competency in the classroom and services provided.

GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE

As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical, dental, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met.

For information on benefits, visit SEGIP's website SEGIP. This position is also part of the Managerial Plan Contract. The Managerial Plan outlines many additional benefits provided.

For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure through MMB.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity.

No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.

The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.