Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number |
S05984P |
Position Title |
Institutional Assessment Specialist - Data Analysis |
Functional Title |
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Department |
Office of Institutional Success and Decision Support |
Salary Range |
$60,000, Commensurate with Experience |
Pay Basis |
Monthly |
Position Status |
Regular full-time |
Location |
Richardson |
Position End Date (if temporary) |
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Posting Open Date |
11/27/2024 |
Posting Close Date |
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Open Until Filled |
No |
Desired Start Date |
01/06/2025 |
Job Summary |
The Institutional Assessment Specialist assists with managing and analyzing data within the Oce of Institutional Success and Decision Support (
OISDS). This position will report to the Director of Administrative Assessment and Academic Support Assessment.
The
OISDS unit reports to the Associate Vice President for Institutional Success and Decision Support (
AVPISDS), who also serves as the institutional liaison to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (
SACSCOC) and to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (
THECB). |
Minimum Education and Experience |
BA/BS degree + 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. |
Preferred Education and Experience |
- Master's degree in a related field.
- One to three years of familiarity with degree program and non-academic assessment, as well as innovations in assessment in higher education.
- Two to four years' experience in data cleaning and analysis, including experience analyzing survey data.
- Experience with educational research, and research design.
- Experience with qualitative research and qualitative data analysis techniques.
- Experience with dashboards and data visualizations (Power BI, Tableau).
- Experience with communicating about data to a variety of audiences.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities |
- This position is a member of the OISDS team responsible for compiling and merging data from different sources, data cleaning, and data analysis to support the assessment of student learning outcomes and institutional effectiveness.
- Collaborates with OISDS peers and campus stakeholders on institutional assessment, program evaluation, and the analysis of university surveys.
- Assist with collecting survey, focus group, and interview data for the assessment and evaluation of institutional effectiveness, university programs, and student success initiatives.
- Contributes to University reports, presentations, and other communications, which includes the development of data visualizations and summaries of data associated with the assessment of institutional effectiveness and student outcomes.
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Physical Demands and Working Conditions |
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Physical Activities |
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Working Conditions |
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Additional Information |
UT Dallas is committed to institutional growth and transformation. Since its founding just 55 years ago, UT Dallas has grown from a graduate-only research and upper-division institution into a comprehensive R1 university that consistently ranks as one of the fastest-growing institutions in the nation. In 2018, UT Dallas produced a new
strategic plan that aligns with its goal of being a top-tier national research institution.
Through this plan, UT Dallas uses institutional data to compare its progress in research advancement, student retention rates, student-to-faculty ratios, degrees produced, state support received, and tuition and fees generated with that of peer institutions in UT System, the State of Texas, and members of the Association of American Universities (
AAU). Data gathered and analyzed by
OISDS helps UT Dallas to be a synergistic partner with local industry, government, and organizations as well as local K-12 schools, community colleges and universities. This focus helps UT Dallas strive toward being one of the most creative and innovative universities in the world.
UT Dallas also uses data to fulfill its mission in research, learning, teaching and public service through effective planning, institutional research, and evaluation. The University is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world.
Work Notice
OISDS staff have the option to work remotely two days per week. As such, this role is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, subject to manager approval. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days upon approval. Remote work arrangements are subject to regular review and re-approval and may be canceled at any time. Individuals may be required to use personal computers and other standard office equipment in order to work remotely. The Institutional Assessment Specialist must be located within the
DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus within 24 hours of notice.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive Salary
Tuition Benefits
Internal Training
Medical insurance - including
100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays All UT Dallas employees have access to various
professional development
opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Visit
https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information. |
Special Instructions Summary |
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Important Message |
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment.
EOE, including disability/veterans. The University
is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the
ADA Coordinator
. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the
Title IX Coordinator. |
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