Staff Work Schedule (hours/dates): Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Academic Year Schedule (dates): 12 months
Faculty Term:
Position Type: Staff
Department: Institutional Research
Job Summary/Basic Function: The Assistant/Associate Director of Institutional Research (IR) will support and collaborate withthe Director to lead the institution’s data collection, analysis, and reporting efforts. This role assists in federal, state, and external reporting, survey administration, strategic initiatives, and internal data requests, fostering a culture of evidence-based decision-making across campus. The position plays a key role in advancing institutional effectiveness, compliance, and student success through data governance and collaboration.
The allocation of responsibilities includes:
Support Institutional Data Collection and Reporting – 30% Assist in collecting, analyzing, and reporting institutional data for internal and external audiences, including IPEDS and other compliance-related submissions. Contribute to the development of reports like the Board of Trustees Dashboards and the Vital Signs report. Support the internal data request process for campus stakeholders.
Survey Administration and Data Analysis – 20% Collaborate on survey design, administration, and analysis. Review and approve surveys administered in Qualtrics by faculty and students. Assist in the preparation and presenting reports, including executive summaries and detailed findings, to various stakeholders.
Strategic Collaboration and Data Governance – 20% Support and assistcampus departments in enhancing data governance practices and ensuring data integrity. Contribute to the development of data-driven strategies that advance student success, retention, and DEI initiatives. Facilitate partnerships across campus to promote the use of data analytics in decision-making and planning.
Provide Data Consultation and Support – 10% Serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and students, offering guidance on data presentation, survey design, and research methodology. Support best practices in data visualization and interpretation. Collaborate on the development of custom reports and surveys tailored to departmental or institutional needs.
Support Accreditation and Assessment – 10% Assist in ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements (e.g., NECHE) by supporting the self-study process.
Participation in Committees and Website Management – 10% Attend relevant meetings and participate in committees such as the Curriculum and Retention Committees. Manage and maintain the IR website by keeping current analyses and reports accessible and up-to-date.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, experience in survey design and data analysis, a collaborative approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to enhancing institutional effectiveness through data-driven insights.
Minimum Qualifications: Education:
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Higher Education, Social Sciences, or a related area).
Experience:
3–5 years of experience in institutional research, data analysis, or a related field.
Experience with IPEDS reporting and other external reporting requirements.
Experience in survey design, administration, and analysis.
Skills:
Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, Excel, Tableau, Power BI) and survey platforms (e.g., Qualtrics).
Strong written and verbal communication skills for assisting in preparing reports and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and handle competing priorities.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across campus.
Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative research methods relevant to higher education contexts.
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Strong organizational and customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Data Science, Statistics, Higher Education, or related areas).
Experience in higher education and familiarity with student information systems (e.g., Banner, Slate).
Experience with data governanceand ensuring data quality and integrity.
Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., SQL, R, Python) for advanced data analysis.
Demonstrated experience in developing dashboards and visualizations for senior leadership or broader campus communities.
Compensation and Benefits: To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.
When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.
Physical Demands: Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands
ADA Statement:
Individuals must possess these knowledges, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Eeo Statement: Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Posting Date: 11/07/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: No
Contact(s): Office of Human Resources
Contact Phone/Extension: 508-286-8206
Contact Email: careers@wheatoncollege.edu
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Special Instructions to Candidates: The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider. While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.
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