Job Title: DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH & EFFECTIVENESS - Norwich University, Northfield, VT

Deadline Date: Open Until Filled

Starting Date:

Institution: Nestled in the midst of the Green Mountains, Norwich University is the nation’s first private military college and the birthplace of ROTC.

Job Duties: Provide leadership, vision, oversight, and management for all aspects of the University’s institutional research along with the associated planning activities. Plan and implement data collection and analysis; conceptualize, design and conduct analytical and other studies; prepare and transmit appropriate information to external and internal audiences; and provide planning and research support to University constituents. Provide leadership in the collection, synthesis, analysis, and presentation of data in support of institutional effectiveness, for regional and specialized accreditation groups and the University public relations office, and to support University-wide academic assessment activities. Coordinate institutional compliance with the requirements of the Higher Education Act (HEA), as amended. The Director reports to the President of the University.

Qualifications: A relevant master's degree is required. Five years of experience in institutional research, institutional effectiveness or closely related activities in higher education is required. A functional knowledge of computer applications for data acquisition and analysis is required. Personal computer knowledge must include the ability to prepare documents, reports, spreadsheets, and databases, as well as specialized knowledge of statistical analysis and research software such as SAS or SPSS. Knowledge of the SunGard Banner system is a plus. The ability to write concise analytical reports that are appropriate for a specific readership is required. The ability to interact with administrators, faculty, and staff at all levels in a congenial, courteous manner is required.

Salary/Benefits: Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, group life and long term disability insurance, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependant care, a retirement annuity plan and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and Norwich application to Director of IR&E Search, via e-mail.

EEO/AA: Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, group life and long term disability insurance, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependant care, a retirement annuity plan and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members.