Associate Vice President for Institutional Analysis
Application Procedure:
Job Duties
The AVPIA will be pivotal in cultivating a culture of data-informed decision-making across the college. Reporting directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the AVPIA will lead strategic efforts in institutional research, assessment, and analytics that influence academic planning, program evaluation, and resource optimization. This elevated role will work collaboratively with campus leaders and the NMSU system to assess institutional effectiveness and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in institutional research, analysis, and effectiveness, a deep understanding of higher education reporting environments, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic priorities.
This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for a leader to drive a culture of evidence-based decision-making at DACC. As a key strategic partner, the AVPIA will play a vital role in transforming data into actionable insights, empowering campus leaders to make informed decisions that advance access, impact, and student success.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in institutional research, analysis, and effectiveness, a deep understanding of higher education reporting environments, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that drive strategic priorities.
This is a unique and rewarding opportunity for a leader to drive a culture of evidence-based decision-making at DACC. As a key strategic partner, the AVPIA will play a vital role in transforming data into actionable insights, empowering campus leaders to make informed decisions that advance access, impact, and student success.
Job Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree and five or more years of progressively responsible experience utilizing analytics in higher education or a related sector, as well as experience managing institutional research and effectiveness through quantitative and qualitative information. It should also have:
• Ability to use tools for data analysis (such as Oracle SQL, R, SAS, SPSS, etc.) and visualization (such as Tableau, Power BI, Cognos Analytics, SAS Analytics, etc.), and experience with Higher Education Student Information Systems (such as Ellucian Banner or PeopleSoft).
• Experience with both quantitative and qualitative research design, data collection, analysis, and reporting techniques.
• Experience with recent developments, current literature and information, and standards of practice related to institutional planning, effectiveness, and research.
• Experience with management, leadership, problem-solving, and consensus-building. Ability to foster a cooperative and productive work environment.
• Master’s degree in Social or Education Research, Higher Education, Institutional Research and Effectiveness/Assessment, or related field.
Institution Description
Dona Ana Community College (DACC), a proud member of the New Mexico State University (NMSU) system, invites applications for the position of Associate Vice President for Institutional Analysis (AVPIA). This is a key leadership opportunity for a creative, experienced, and data-driven professional eager to shape the future of an institution committed to student success and continuous improvement.
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance.
NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.
Benefits
Special Requirements of the Position
Department Contact: McKenna Garcia, 575-527-7550, mcgarcia@dacc.nmsu.edu
Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable
Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)
If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Application Due Date: 2025-06-13
Job Start Date: 2025-08-04
Salary: $91138.38 - $120000
City: Las Cruces
State/Province/Region: NM
Institution: NMSU/DACC
Reports To: Vice President for Academic Affairs
Staff # Reporting to Position: 3
Reports In Office: Vice President for Academic Affairs
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