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Institutional Research Director directs and oversees institutional research and studies for a university/college. Designs and leads institutional research studies evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's programs and policies. Being an Institutional Research Director manages data collection and analysis and oversees the formulation of research reports. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Institutional Research Director typically reports to a head of a department. The Institutional Research Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Institutional Research Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
  • Converse University
  • Spartanburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • Accreditation Process Support

    • Supports the SACSCOC process in collaboration with Converse's accreditation Institutional Accreditation Liaison (IAL).
    • Supports the timely and accurate completion of all reports and supporting documentation for University accreditation efforts, working collaboratively with faculty and staff as well as departments in the ongoing collection of data and information.
    • Supports other accreditation efforts as assigned.

    Decision and Data Support

    • Ensures appropriate data are available for institutional decision-making at various levels across the University. Maintains central repository for institutional data and provides necessary communication with teams across campus that utilize this data for various reporting processes.
    • Works with individual offices, programs, and division heads to plan and implement regular, systematic assessment of operational effectiveness. Provides ad hoc reporting as needed.
    • Analyzes strategic alignment and effectiveness loops within campus operations. Offers suggestions for strategic planning and resource allocation decisions.
    • Conducts in-depth research projects on topics related to institutional priorities such as retention, institutional space, grant and foundation reporting, faculty credit hour production and other strategic priorities.
    • Produces enrollment projections for budgeting and planning.
    • Provides leadership as the primary liaison to Campus Technology and other offices related to institutional data and reporting. May help oversee student worker, graduate assistants and/or data analytics interns.

    External Reporting and Regulation Compliance

    • Strictly monitors all required external reporting and regulation mandates which includes but is not limited to U.S. Dept of Education (IPEDS), South Carolina Department of Education, accreditation, professional organizations and university guide publications.
    • Ensures the accuracy, quality and timely completion and delivery of all external reports.

    Other Responsibilities

    • Collaborates with Provost and administrative units to track continuous and systematic processes for institutional assessment and improvement; also responsible for tracking and reporting on key performance indicators that develop out of planning processes.
    • Provides oversight of the department budget.
    • Serves on designated University committees and councils.

    JOB QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum qualifications: Master's degree with at least five years of experience in higher education administration involving institutional research, student enrollment-related functions, or some combination of the two.Preferred qualifications: Doctoral level preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities

    • Excellent organizational, analytical and writing skills with an ability to communicate complex and technical information in a clear and concise manner, including demonstrated ability to write research reports and make presentations appropriate for administration and other audiences across the institution.
    • Demonstrated strength in critical thinking and quantitative skills with the ability to compile and analyze data and prepare reports in relation to policy questions, research purpose and strategic planning efforts. This includes but is not limited to assessments in areas related to student success, student data analysis (such as enrollment, retention, graduation, and time to degree), and academic data analysis (such as productivity and cost of instruction).
    • Commitment to accuracy, including curiosity and the predisposition to generate follow-up questions based on initial question & preliminary data discovery.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, and to work collaboratively and/or independently toward project completion.
    • Demonstrated success in communication with and/or coaching a range of stakeholders as well as facilitating the use of data to inform actionable decisions.
    • Familiarity with SACSCOC policies and procedures, including the Principles of Accreditation.
    • Self-motivated, resourceful individual who manages time well and follows through.
    • Ability to establish and maintain effective, collegial working relationships with campus constituents.
    • Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and Google platform required. Demonstrated skill in use of software used in data gathering, analysis, interpretation, and reporting; familiarity with Jenzabar preferred.
    • Well-grounded philosophy of honesty, integrity and respect.
    • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various constituents including both internal to the organization and with the public.
    • Ability to work with and engage a diverse group of people.
    • Ability to work independently yet value and support a team-based environment.
    • Demonstrated professionalism and positive attitude.

    GUIDELINES AND SUPERVISION: The Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness reports to the Provost and should be able to work autonomously with limited supervision. The position requires the use of sound independent judgment and the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team. The Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness must maintain strict confidentiality of student records and ensure that work will be completed with the highest professional standards.Work Schedule: This is not a remote position; it requires occasional weekends and hours outside of regular business hours.Licenses: None requiredDISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.We believe that a diverse faculty and staff are essential to achieving academic excellence; thus, we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
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Assistant Director of Institutional Research (Remote)
  • Sherman College of Chiropractic
  • Boiling Springs, SC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Affairs/Institutional Effectiveness | Classification/FLSA Status: Level II (Exempt Administrative) Primary Function: The Assistant Director of Institutional Research manages the collection, a...
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Institutional Research Analyst
  • State of South Carolina
  • Orangeburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job ResponsibilitiesThis position is responsible for the coordination and completion of assessment initiatives; research design; facilitates data collection and analysis; and promotes evidence-based d...
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Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Accreditation
  • Sherman College of Chiropractic
  • Boiling Springs, SC FULL_TIME
  • Academic Affairs/Institutional Effectiveness | Classification/FLSA Status: Level II (Exempt Administrative) Primary Function: The Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Accreditation ensures the ...
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UNIV - Assistant Director of Alumni Affairs - Institutional Advancement
  • MUSC Health
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job Description SummaryPosition Purpose:The Assistant Director of Alumni Affairs is part of Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Institutional Advancement Constituent Engagement Team and report...
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UNIV - Assistant Director, Project Management - Institutional Advancement
  • MUSC Health
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job Description SummaryThe Assistant Director of Project Manager for Constituent Engagement holds a pivotal role as a leader, collaborator, and strategic thinker within the Institutional Advancement's...
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  • Felician University
  • Rutherford, NJ
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Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
  • Louisiana State University
  • Alexandria, LA
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Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
  • Great Basin College
  • Elko, NV
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Director of Institutional Research and Educational Effectiveness
  • San Francisco Conservatory of Music
  • San Francisco, CA
  • The San Francisco Conservatory of Music welcomes applications for our next Director of Institutional Research . This Dir...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Chief Data Officer (Inst) (B) - Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
  • University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
  • Stevens Point, WI
  • The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness plays a mission critical role in enhancing the overall effectiv...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Institutional Research (Remote)
  • Sherman College of Chiropractic
  • Boiling Springs, SC
  • Classification/FLSA Status: Level II (Exempt Administrative) Primary Function: The Assistant Director of Institutional R...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Post Doctoral Fellowship - Office of the Provost - Institutional Research and Assessment
  • Carnegie Mellon University
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned educatio...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Executive Administrative Assistant to the Office of the Provost
  • METHODIST UNIVERSITY INC
  • Fayetteville, NC
  • Job Details Job Location Methodist University Location - Fayetteville, NC Position Type Full Time Staff Description Job ...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
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South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the Southeastern United States and the easternmost of the Deep South. It is bordered to the north by North Carolina, to the southeast by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the southwest by Georgia across the Savannah River. South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on May 23, 1788. South Carolina became the first state to vote in favor of secession from the Union on December 20, 1860. After the American Civil War, it was readmitted into the United States on June 25, 1868. South Carolina is the 40th most extensive and 23...
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What does an Institutional Research Director do?

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Institutional Research Data - The IR department provides accurate data for various measurable points.
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Institutional Research Director in Danbury, CT
Institutional researchers collect, analyze, report, and warehouse quantitative and qualitative data about their institution's students, faculty, staff, curriculum, course offerings, and learning outcomes.
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Institutional Research Director in San Francisco, CA
The office of Institutional Research and Planning supports the University in planning, goal-setting, assessment, institutional research and reporting, and student success initiatives.
December 26, 2019