Director of Institutional Research
Application Procedure:
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6182059
Job Duties
Director of Institutional Research
The Director of Institutional Research provides leadership to structure a cohesive, comprehensive system for data collection and analysis to inform academic compliance and operational imperatives. The Director is responsible for facilitating an appropriate data framework to address data collection and integrity; operational definitions for institutional data use across the University; key questions to inform decision making, contribute to goal development and evaluate outcomes.
Position Accountabilities:
Institutional Research Leadership
- Oversee the vision, direction, and priorities for Institutional Research.
Manage unit’s operating budget.
- Lead comprehensive Academic and Operational Effectiveness initiatives that provide key measurables to inform a change and improvement model
- Coordinate the work of and provide supervision of the IR team, comprised of an Associate Director of Reporting & Compliance and a Research Analyst.
Compliance and Reporting
Provide leadership for, and collaborate with institutional partners, to compile, validate and submit data in accordance with state and federal requirements, institutional and programmatic/specialized accreditation (e.g., HLC, IPEDS, MSBE, CCNE, DESE, etc.), and other regulatory bodies (e.g., athletics, VA compliance visits, etc.). Collaborate with partners to assure that essential data and outcomes are published, as required.
Assist with prioritization, coordination, and completion of external marketing surveys (e.g., US News & World Reports, Best for Vets, KC Business Journal, etc.) and ad hoc data requests for institutional stakeholders.
The Director of Institutional Research provides leadership to structure a cohesive, comprehensive system for data collection and analysis to inform academic compliance and operational imperatives. The Director is responsible for facilitating an appropriate data framework to address data collection and integrity; operational definitions for institutional data use across the University; key questions to inform decision making, contribute to goal development and evaluate outcomes.
Position Accountabilities:
Institutional Research Leadership
- Oversee the vision, direction, and priorities for Institutional Research.
Manage unit’s operating budget.
- Lead comprehensive Academic and Operational Effectiveness initiatives that provide key measurables to inform a change and improvement model
- Coordinate the work of and provide supervision of the IR team, comprised of an Associate Director of Reporting & Compliance and a Research Analyst.
Compliance and Reporting
Provide leadership for, and collaborate with institutional partners, to compile, validate and submit data in accordance with state and federal requirements, institutional and programmatic/specialized accreditation (e.g., HLC, IPEDS, MSBE, CCNE, DESE, etc.), and other regulatory bodies (e.g., athletics, VA compliance visits, etc.). Collaborate with partners to assure that essential data and outcomes are published, as required.
Assist with prioritization, coordination, and completion of external marketing surveys (e.g., US News & World Reports, Best for Vets, KC Business Journal, etc.) and ad hoc data requests for institutional stakeholders.
Job Qualifications
Position Requirements:
- Master’s degree with 5 years of experience, including 3 years relevant experience (institutional research, report writing, data collection and analysis, data visualization, accreditation, federal/state reporting); doctorate preferred.
- Proficient in programming and statistical analysis
- Familiarity with reporting tools
- Ability to effectively collaborate and consult with institutional leadership
- Excellent project management skills
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of higher education data systems
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6182059
- Master’s degree with 5 years of experience, including 3 years relevant experience (institutional research, report writing, data collection and analysis, data visualization, accreditation, federal/state reporting); doctorate preferred.
- Proficient in programming and statistical analysis
- Familiarity with reporting tools
- Ability to effectively collaborate and consult with institutional leadership
- Excellent project management skills
- Strong writing and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of higher education data systems
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States.
To apply, visit: https://apptrkr.com/6182059
Institution Description
Park University, founded in 1875 in Parkville, Missouri, is a four-year, private, non-profit, liberal arts institution of higher learning. We provide a comprehensive selection of undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the colleges of Education and Health Professions, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Management. The flagship Parkville, Missouri campus offers a range of academic programs, international culture, athletics and a traditional university experience. We serve over 6,500 students nationally each semester, with students enrolled at our main campus, our Gilbert, Arizona campus or at more than 21 other military and non-military campuses located in 16 states.
Park University provides a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and life insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and paid undergraduate tuition for employees and dependents.
Benefits
For more info visit https://www.park.edu
Application Due Date: 2025-06-28
Job Start Date: 2025-08-01
Salary: $1 - $2
City: Parkville
State/Province/Region: MO
Institution: Park University
Reports To: N/A
Staff # Reporting to Position: 10
Reports In Office: Institutional Research
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