Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence relating to the position of Director of Institutional Effectiveness & Research at Wilson College should be directed in confidence to the College’s executive search consultant:

Christopher Healy, President

Scott Healy & Associates

chris@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV;
3. Three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by July 21, 2025 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.

It is the policy of Wilson College to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital/familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, having a GED rather than a diploma, or any other protected characteristic applicable under law.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in educational research, evaluation, higher education, behavioral or social sciences, or a related field.
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in institutional research, assessment, or related functions within higher education.

An equivalent combination of education and extensive experience will be considered.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) standards and accreditation processes, including student learning assessment requirements.
• Familiarity with IPEDS, NCES, and other higher education data reporting tools and protocols.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of institutional systems such as Learning Management Systems (Canvas preferred), survey and assessment tools, and data analysis platforms; SQL experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to apply both qualitative and quantitative research methods to institutional planning and assessment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and apply findings to support institutional goals.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Wilson College, a liberal arts institution in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, is dedicated to providing students with a valuable, affordable college education that prepares them for success beyond graduation. For nearly 150 years, the College has remained committed to meeting students’ evolving needs through personalized support, innovative resources, and a forward-thinking approach to learning. 

Set on a beautiful 300-acre campus listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Wilson offers an inspiring environment with gracious lawns, rolling hills, and the Conococheague Creek running through its grounds. The campus features a range of distinctive facilities that support both academic and experiential learning. Students benefit from hands-on opportunities at the College’s 50-acre organic farm, as well as at the Penn Hall Equestrian Center, which includes 71 stalls, indoor and outdoor riding arenas, a cross-country jump complex, and 20 acres of fenced pastures. 

Wilson has made significant investments in the future of liberal arts and sciences, including the $25 million Gold LEED-certified Harry R. Brooks Complex for Science, Mathematics, and Technology. The complex offers state-of-the-art classrooms, laboratories, and research spaces. In addition, the renovated John Stewart Memorial Library houses a modern learning commons that fosters collaboration and academic success. Rooted in tradition but focused on the future, Wilson College continues to equip students with the knowledge and experience to thrive in their careers and communities.