Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness

Lane Community College

vision insurance, sick time, long term disability

United States, Oregon, Eugene

Nov 21, 2024

Posting Details

AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:

Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.

Veterans Statement

Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.

Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources; Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970
Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	240181
Job Title:	Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
Applicant Notification:	Department Information Lane Community College, a comprehensive community college in beautiful Eugene, Oregon, has begun the search for a Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness. Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Please complete the online application in its entirety. See our FAQs for more details. Search Information A resume may not take the place of any section of the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Provide all documents as requested. Transcripts are required for this position at the time of application. See instructions below.
Location:	Main Campus
Classification:	Management
Position Type:	Management
Anticipated Start Date:	March 2025
Salary/Wage:	Annual
Salary/Wage Range:	Starting Salary Range $115,425 - $124,844 Annual (Management Salary Grade 26)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Employees newly hired into this position are placed within the first three (3) steps of the salary range. The application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. Our Management Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability as well as paid sick leave and vacation time. Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education. You may also view our Management Working Agreement online.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Full-time; Variable work hours based upon department needs; weekends, evenings and travel may be required. Generally Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Permanent
Full/Part:	Full-Time
Annual Schedule:	260 Day (12 Month)
Annual Schedule Details:
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12982

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	11/20/2024
Closing Date:	01/05/2025
Applicant Pool:	No
Open Until Filled:	No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	Master's Degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Required Experience:	Three (3) years experience in institutional research, data analysis, data analytics, or related fields. Three (3) years experience coordinating strategic planning efforts.
Licensure or Certification Requirements
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education
Preferred Experience	Experience supervising multiple direct reports in an educational setting Leadership experience in institutional research or data analysis within education. Experience leading institutional efforts in the design, reporting, and publication of meaningful and useful data. Experience conducting information analyses and creating reports to support planning and improvement efforts. Experience ensuring institutional compliance and supporting accreditation through effective data management and reporting.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address in the optional Supplemental Question how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness plays a critical role in leading and coordinating data-informed decision-making across all areas of the College with a particular focus within academic affairs. Reporting to the Vice President of Academic Affairs, this position is responsible for leading a comprehensive institutional research, planning, and assessment agenda aligned with the College's strategic priorities and manages a team that supports the continuous effectiveness of the College.
Essential Functions:	Essential/Auxiliary Duties Design, develop and implement a comprehensive institutional research, planning, assessment, and effectiveness agenda aligned with the college's strategic priorities and data reporting requirements. Oversee the collection, validation, and maintenance of institutional data from various sources, including student information systems, faculty records, and external data repositories. Lead the design and execution of surveys, studies, and analyses to support institutional assessment, program review, and improvement initiatives. Collaborate with academic and administrative units to identify benchmarks for measuring institutional effectiveness and student success Serve on or participate on various campus committees, including but not limited to campus governance councils, Institutional Effectiveness Commission (IEC) and Academic Program Review Committee (APROC). Provide timely and accurate reports and visualizations to support decision-making at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership, academic departments, and committees. Conduct trend analysis to anticipate future enrollment, retention, and demographic shifts, informing strategic enrollment management and resource allocation decisions. Supervise and mentor departmental staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement Stay abreast of emerging trends, best practices, and technologies in institutional research, integrated planning, assessment, and higher education policy, advocating for innovative approaches to ongoing institutional effectiveness Represent the college at conferences, state-wide meetings, workshops, and professional associations, sharing insights and contributing to the advancement of institutional research within the higher education community and sharing this information to the campus community. Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	The Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	While performing the essential functions of this position, employee may be required to sit, stand, keyboard, write, listen, and speak for extended periods of time. Work may require transporting materials up to 25 pounds. Work Safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge of: Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, such as survey design, statistical analysis, data analytics, and data visualization tools (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Tableau). Strategic thinking, listening, creative decision making, and problem solving Maintaining a collaborative mindset with a proven track record of building partnerships, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and promoting a culture of data-informed decision-making. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with a deep understanding of the role of institutional research in promoting student access, success, and equity. Knowledge of best practices in student learning assessment, academic program review and administrative (non-academic) program review Skills and Abilities Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize competing demands, manage resources effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex data and findings in a clear, compelling manner to diverse audiences. Excellent writing skills with experience producing high quality written materials for public consumption Familiarity with higher education policy, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements governing data privacy, security, and reporting (e.g., IPEDS, Northwest Commission on College and Universities, Higher Education Coordinating Commission) Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College's commitment to student success, lifelong learning, and the needs of students, staff and the public. Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College's mission and strategic agendas including College Learning Outcomes, cultural competency, and diversity.
Applicant Instructions:	Applicant Instructions Lane uses a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Please complete the online application in its entirety. See our FAQs for more details. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Ensure all employment and education dates are filled in. The CV/Resume may not take the place of any one section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume - Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments. Cover Letter - Clearly detail how you meet the qualifications for the position based on your experience, training, and education, or other qualifications. Transcripts - See instructions below. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc,edu, Fax: 541-463-3970 Additional documents and letters of reference are not accepted. Questions? For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586 For position questions contact Jill Deneault, deneaultj@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3196 How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST.
Transcript Instructions:	Transcripts are required In order to be considered for the position unofficial transcripts must be provided. Attach under "Optional Documents", fax, e-mail, deliver or mail to: Lane Community College Human Resources Posting#240181, Attn: Jill Deneault 4000 E. 30th Ave. Building 3, 1st floor Eugene, OR 97405 Fax: (541) 463-3970 E-mail: deneaultj@lanecc.edu Selected candidates will be required to provide official transcripts within thirty (30) days of hire.
College and Division Information:	College Information The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane Community College partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce. Lane Community College is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities. History Lane Community College was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane Community College has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high-quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. One of the advantages of working at Lane Community College is living in the area. Lane's main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprising the second-largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from the main campus. The area's scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what's new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast.
Union Association:	Managers Working Agreement