Research & Institutional Effectiveness Analyst
Application Procedure:
For non-faculty positions, all relevant full- and part-time work experience related to the position should be included on the application, including start and end dates.
Job Duties
For the complete list of essential duties and responsibilities, please visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/alamanceccedu/jobs/4927909/research-institutional-effectiveness-analyst
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Build queries; retrieve, clean, and analyze data from specialized databases and information systems including the National Student Clearinghouse, Ellucian Colleague, and Entrinsik Informer.
- Ensure data accuracy, integrity, security, and confidentiality in compliance with institutional policies and federal/state regulations.
- Utilize statistical tools (e.g., Excel, SPSS, SAS) to perform descriptive and inferential analyses and interpret results.
- Develop reports and dashboards using Ellucian Colleague and Entrinsik Informer to provide timely, accurate, and relevant data to support institutional decision-making and external reporting requirements.
- Assist with management of local, state, and federal reporting obligations, including IPEDS and NCCCS data submissions.
- Work collaboratively with faculty and staff throughout outcomes assessment and program review processes, providing data and assistance with managing assessment cycles.
- Provide training and support to faculty/staff on using data tools, dashboards and analytics best practices.
- Translate complex data into easy-to-understand reports for diverse stakeholders and communicate technical and statistical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Support strategic planning initiatives by providing data-driven insights and metrics for evaluating progress and outcomes.
- Assist with designing survey instruments, administering surveys, and analyzing survey results to support institutional assessment and decision-making processes.
- Collaborate in the development and monitoring of continuous improvement plans for the Office of Research and Institutional Effectiveness, including establishing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for the office.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Job Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Associate’s Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Experience working with databases, spreadsheets, and reporting tools.
- Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Demonstrated ability to gather, interpret, and present data in visually appealing and easy-to-understand formats (e.g., dashboards, charts, or infographics).
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to question, investigate, and ensure reporting accuracy.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently, meet deadlines, and prioritize tasks effectively.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a relevant field.
- Experience in institutional research, data analytics, or higher education, particularly within a community college setting.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, statistical softwares (e.g., SPSS, SAS or R) and data visualization tools (e.g. Tableau, Power BI, or Entrinsik Informer 5).
- Familiarity with higher education databases and tools, especially Ellucian Colleague and Entrinsik Informer (4 or 5).
- Knowledge of state and federal reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS, NCCCS) and experience ensuring compliance with such standards.
Institution Description
VISION: Transforming lives through excellence in teaching, learning, and service.
MISSION: Alamance Community College provides educational programs and services to prepare all members of our diverse community to succeed.
Benefits
ACC is engaging in a three-year strategic plan called ACC Forward that involves, among other priorities, a focus on ehnancing employee resources including those related to mental and physical health and wellness.
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