Assistant Director, Institutional Research
Application Procedure:
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position go to https://agilitas.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/LMC and click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:
* Cover letter outlining your interest in the position
* Current resume
* Contact information for 3 professional references
Job Duties
POSITION SUMMARY
The Assistant Director will assist leadership in implementing self-service, routine reporting through the development of standardized data management, retrieval and reporting tools, and working with the Director will assist the senior administration with strategic Business &analytics. In addition to supporting the Director in the development of strategy and tactics for the IR office, the incumbent will coordinate and complete mandatory, periodic, and ad-hoc institutional reporting to maintain compliance with accrediting bodies, government agencies, college guidebooks, and other internal and external requesters.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Job duties specific to this position:
-
Extract/collect, clean, analyze, and summarize data for internal use, external surveys (e.g. U.S. News and World Report, college guidebooks, rankings), government and agency mandated reporting (e.g. CDS, IPEDS, NYSED, NCAA), and continued accreditation (e.g. Middle States). Administrate and analyze each survey: Senior survey, Alumni survey; campus climate survey. Work with the HEDS organization on use of other student surveys, etc.
-
Collaborate with the Director on market research for new and existing academic programs.
-
Coordinate college offices, Information Technology, and outside vendors to envision and transform the College's processes for data management, analysis, and reporting.
-
Collaborate across college offices including Financial Aid, Registrar, Finance and Administration, Enrollment Management, and Human Resources to collect and fulfill mandatory, periodic, and ad-hoc institutional reporting.
-
Create and clearly summarize information to support institutional policies and planning, institution-wide assessment, program evaluation, and retention studies.
-
Maintain the accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of all College data and information.
-
Embody Le Moyne's mission-based competencies of communication, leadership, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and service.
-
Assist with course evaluations and analysis with the Provost office.
Job Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
-
Bachelors degree in statistics, economics, computer science, and/or business analytics/data analytics. A strong aptitude in using data bases, query tools, etc.
-
Preferred Master's Degree in an analytical discipline such as the social sciences, education research, public policy, or related field is required.
-
A minimum of two years' experience in higher education or similar institutional setting.
-
A strong understanding of research methodology in behavioral sciences or education measurement. In-depth knowledge of research methods in the social sciences and familiarity with intermediate to advanced multivariate statistical analysis techniques.
-
Demonstrated ability collect/extract, clean, analyze, and summarize data, including competency with analytical software such as SAS and SPSS, Informer, and data visualization software, such as Tableau. Experience with education ERPs such as Workday and Datatel/Colleague preferred.
-
Experience creating and clearly summarizing information for decision makers and other end users.
-
Understanding and applied knowledge of digital transformation processes related to business process and cultural/organizational change.
-
Demonstrated ability to work with less technically-savvy users to develop the scope of reporting, data requirements, and appropriate tools for extraction and reporting.
-
Strong management, interpersonal skills, including active listening, flexibility, and empathy to accurately obtain information from and provide information to client offices and senior leadership.
Institution Description
About Le Moyne College:
Le Moyne College, located in Syracuse, N.Y., is an independent college established by the Jesuits in 1946 to provide students with a values-based, comprehensive academic program designed to foster intellectual excellence and preparation for a life of leadership and service. Today, Le Moyne has evolved into a nationally acclaimed college of liberal arts and sciences that draws students from across the U.S. and abroad.
Our Mission:
Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.
Le Moyne College aims to advance the values of diversity and inclusiveness at the college. To do this, Le Moyne seeks scholars and professionals who bring innovation, creativity, and impact to the campus, and who bring greater depth, breadth, and diversity to our campus community.
Benefits
Additional Information:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion job expectations for all Le Moyne College employees:
-
Demonstrates commitment to promoting a more diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment by supporting the diversity, equity, and inclusion goals of the employee's unit.
-
Regularly participates in professional development opportunities to become more aware of DEI issues and to consider ways in which their work can be expanded to honor and incorporate the diversity of our community.
-
Works to neutralize institutional bias by analyzing the policies and procedures of their unit and making suggestions to remove barriers for historically underserved people.
-
Promotes open communication across Le Moyne's community in order to create an inclusive environment, and understanding of others backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives.
Le Moyne Benefits
403(b) Retirement contribution- (9.5% Employer match)
Generous tuition coverage
Health insurance options- (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts)
Health Savings Accounts- (Partially Employer funded)
Basic Life & AD&D Insurance- (Employer paid)
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid)
Supplemental Life & AD&D Insurance
Voluntary benefits- (Legal, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance etc.)
12 paid holidays
Generous time off package
35 hour work week
Equal Employment Opportunity
Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship & immigration or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Le Moyne makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Search for openings in IR, effectiveness, assessment, planning, and related fields at higher education institutions in the U.S. and abroad.