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Director of Analytics and Planning

Employer
University of North Dakota
Location
Grand Forks, North Dakota (US)
Salary
$140,000-$150,000/ year

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Industry
Education
Role
Executive
Job Type
Long-Term
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

Hiring Department:  Academic Affairs, Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification: $140,000-$150,000/Annual, Full-Time, Benefited, Exempt
Benefits:  Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave.  Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, long term care insurance, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.  
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm  - additional hours as needed to fulfill duties

Full consideration will be given to applications received by June 12, 2018. Position is open until filled.


Position Details:  A Complete Position Description is available as an attachment in the bottom right corner of this position announcement.

The Director of Analytics and Planning will establish and provide direction and leadership for the University’s Office of Analytics and Planning. Working with the University’s CIO, the Director will provide leadership in the development of a University-wide data administration and governance function. This position is primarily responsible for providing data informed strategic guidance for institutional research, institutional effectiveness, institutional assessment, as well as state and federal reporting and accreditation processes. In addition to supporting the evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of quantitative, qualitative, and historical data, this position will also be responsible for translating data and analyses into insights and narratives, as well as communicating findings both verbally and in writing in a way that is easily understood throughout the institution to support planning and decision-making. The Director reports to the Provost or his designee.

Duties & Responsibilities:   A Complete Position Description is available as an attachment in the bottom right corner of this position announcement.


Duty 1. Lead and participate in the data governance process.

  1. Collaborate with executive leadership, deans, administrators and other division heads to create and ensure data standards and accuracy and to document data definitions and uses. In collaboration with senior leadership and Office staff, the Director defines and reviews institutional data priorities; and in collaboration with the University Information Technology and other appropriate offices, helps to set data definitions and standards to promote consistent institutional reporting and other data uses. Develop clear and compelling proposals for operational and policy changes, including processes which improve data access and data quality control.

Duty 2. Provide data-informed strategic guidance for the institution.

  1. Provide leadership for analysis and data management in support of institutional innovation, planning, and decision-making. Contribute to and support development and implementation of the University’s strategic plan and planning process. Collaborates with faculty and University leaders to establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) designed to measure institutional progress toward strategic goals and objectives. Engage data analysts and institutional research staff to develop analyses which inform internal decision-making, and respond to planning and other needs as expressed. Collaborate across internal units to design and test new admissions tools, conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses, provide feedback to inform IT development, and engage in strategic planning. Translate and communicate data and analyses into insights and narratives to support planning and decision-making.

Duty 3. Lead the development and coordination of institutional research activities.

  1. Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure that data meet program, policy, and reporting needs. Identify opportunities to collect new data while streamlining less critical items. Coordinate Federal, state, and accreditation compliance reporting requirements and other external agencies as required. Provides technical support for data collection, analyses and reporting for internal/external data and information requests including student and faculty/staff surveys, ranking surveys, enrollment forecasting, process modeling, environmental scanning, and program reviews. Provides direct support for the assessment of student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness.

Duty 4. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Provost or his designee.

  1. Perform special projects as assigned by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the President. Continue to grow professionally through participation in conferences, organizations, and other professional development opportunities.

Required Competencies:

  1. Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills;
  2. Proven ability to work productively with, and provide leadership to, a team of data professionals;
  3. Have significant insight into the academic enterprise and the use of data and analytics to shape institutional performance, with a focus on research universities and
  4. A working understanding of statistics, research design and analysis, assessment and program evaluation techniques, technical report writing and survey methods.



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Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics, Social Sciences, Statistics, or related field;
  • A minimum of five years’ experience in institutional research/effectiveness including managerial experience;
  • Experience working with university leadership in support of planning and decision making;
  • Experience with data visualization development and use;
  • Experience with IPEDS reporting and other national data collection mandates;
  • Successful completion of Criminal History Background Check


In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in data analytics, social sciences, statistics, or a related field;
  • Experience with regional accreditation, strategic planning, and institutional research in higher education preferred



Questions about the position should be addressed to the Co-Chairs of the search committee: Richard Howard (richard.howard@und.edu) or Jeff Holm (jeffrey.holm@und.edu).



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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EEO/AA for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 
 
Confidentiality of Application Materials
Note: Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.
 
EEO Statement
UND is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.  Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status on the form found at http://und.edu/affirmative-action/apcontrolcard.cfm.  This information will remain confidential and separate from your application. 
 
ND Veteran’s Preference
North Dakota Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.
 
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.  The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus.  As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report.  The report and statistical data can be found online at http://und.edu/discover/_files/docs/annual-security-report.pdf.  You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND 58202.
 
 


 

Company

The University of North Dakota is one of the largest employers in the region. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes full health insurance premium coverage for single or family plans, a retirement plan, tuition benefits for employees, as well as for the spouse and dependents of the employee, on-campus training programs, exclusive internal recruitment opportunities, as well as many other benefits.

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264 Centennial Drive
Stop 7127
Grand Forks
ND
58202
United States

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