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Houston Christian University

Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Houston Christian University, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


JOB TITLE:

Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

REPORTS TO:

Associate Provost for Academic Affairs

JOB STATUS:

Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

This is a full-time, exempt status position responsible for directing and administering the University's programs of institutional research, institutional effectiveness, and external reporting. The Director fulfills an essential role for the University and serves as a vital resource for faculty, staff, and senior University leadership. The Director reports directly to the Associate Provost for Academic Affairs.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans and coordinates the overall institutional research and external reporting functions of the University

Maintains longitudinal data for reporting

Provides information and analyses to support University initiatives in enrollment, retention, finance, compliance (e.g., SACSCOC, NCAA, other accreditation agencies), and other areas

Provides leadership, planning, and training in improving institutional effectiveness

Works with academic and administrative departments to identify information and reporting needs supporting operations and effectiveness programs

Ensures the timely completion of required federal and state reporting

Coordinates internal surveys, providing guidance on survey design and the analysis of results

Serves as the contact point for federal, state, and selected external requests for research and survey information

Develops and maintains relationships with key internal and external constituents

Remains aware of current trends and best practices in institutional research and changes in SACSCOC policies and procedures and evaluates how these will impact the University

Evaluates the impact of data system and reporting changes on compliance

Proposes and monitors the budget for the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Serves on University committees as requested

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree with coursework in research methods, evaluation, assessment or related field required; five years experience in institutional research required, preferably at a private university, with at least two years in a supervisory role. Programming experience (SAS preferred) required. Experience with SACSCOC reaffirmation of accreditation processes beneficial. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully handle this position.

High standards of integrity, ethical conduct, and confidentiality

Experience and demonstrated leadership ability in developing and maintaining a program of institutional research

Ability to work effectively with both faculty and staff in the identification of information needs

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office; working knowledge of Banner preferred

Proficient with SAS Software (Base, Macro, SQL)

Ability to set goals and work independently

Strong project management skills

Ability to prioritize and multi-task

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Ability to deal effectively with others

Commitment to customer service

Professional, self-reliant, proactive, enthusiastic, and will make a positive impression on others

Work to further the University’s mission

Must be able to completely affirm, uphold, and live within the Preamble of Houston Christian University and the Ten Pillars Core Convictions

Exhibit an active Christian faith with local church membership and involvement

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws and the Foundational Documents of the University set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.

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