Assistant Director, Assessment
Employer Info:
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
https://careers.rpi.edu/cw/en-us/job/494268/institutional-research-analyst-sr
The Senior Institutional Research Analyst works closely with the Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Planning to provide accurate information and data analysis to the Rensselaer community. The analyst is responsible for working with stakeholders to identify information needs, selecting data sources and presentation mechanisms appropriate to tasks and audiences, and delivering clear, accurate and informative results. The analyst takes a lead role in advancing development of analytic and reporting systems, including data analysis and solution design, in support of Institute decision making. This position directs and manages data collection, data analysis, and research activities relative to institutional research, and directs the compilation and submission of data required for state and federal reports. The position promotes a culture of collaboration between the Office of Institutional Research and all university stakeholders. See full posting for minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities. Expected hiring range: $75,000 - $85,000
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
https://careers.rpi.edu/cw/en-us/job/494268/institutional-research-analyst-sr
The Senior Institutional Research Analyst works closely with the Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Planning to provide accurate information and data analysis to the Rensselaer community. The analyst is responsible for working with stakeholders to identify information needs, selecting data sources and presentation mechanisms appropriate to tasks and audiences, and delivering clear, accurate and informative results. The analyst takes a lead role in advancing development of analytic and reporting systems, including data analysis and solution design, in support of Institute decision making. This position directs and manages data collection, data analysis, and research activities relative to institutional research, and directs the compilation and submission of data required for state and federal reports. The position promotes a culture of collaboration between the Office of Institutional Research and all university stakeholders. See full posting for minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities. Expected hiring range: $75,000 - $85,000
- Job Name
- Assistant Director, Assessment
- Posting Date
- 09/08/2025
- Brief Description
- The Assistant Director of Assessment works in the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment (OIRA) with a primary focus on fostering a culture of assessment and continuous quality improvement efforts among faculty and administration. The Assistant Director will provide ongoing assistance and training to faculty and staff on best practices in assessment to improve student learning and program effectiveness. The Assistant Director will play a key role in coordinating the assessment of general education (core outcomes). The Assistant Director will additionally develop, administer, analyze and report on surveys is a central aspect of this role. The Assistant Director of Assessment reports to the Associate Vice Provost for Institutional Effectiveness and Planning.
- Job Category
- Assessment
- Job Type
- Full-Time
- Education Level Required
- Masters
- Location City
- Troy, NY 12180, United states
- How to Apply
- https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/495476/assistant-director-assessment
- Direct Link
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- Job Details
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Minimum Qualifications
- Terminal Degree in related field
- 3 or more years related experience, including;
- Demonstrated experience with using assessment management systems
A master’s degree with substantial in-depth experience in higher education assessment and program evaluation may be considered, as well as a relevant combination of education, training, and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in a faculty role will be highly valued
- 5 years of related experience
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of cognitive theories of learning and research related to teaching and learning
- Demonstrable expertise in the use of computer software including spreadsheets, databases, statistical software, and presentation tools to manipulate, analyze and report on data and trends
- Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative research with a thorough understanding of sophisticated analytical methods and techniques and concepts
- Ability to develop assessment plans, reports and evaluation activities to foster a climate of evidence-based improvement
- Knowledge of Middle States and other accreditation organizations’ expectations concerning student learning assessment requirements
- Excellent statistical skills
- In-depth knowledge of higher education assessment and accreditation best practices
- Strong interpersonal and excellent organization, oral, written, and presentation skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of faculty and staff
- Ability to develop a good rapport with other administrative staff both within and outside the data management and manipulation arena
- Proficiency in the use of SPSS, Excel, Qualtrics and MS Office suite
Expected hiring range: $80,000 - 90,000 / yr