Associate Managing Director

Lubbock

39744BR

Institutional Research

Position Description

The Associate Managing Director of Institutional Research will oversee state and federal reporting processes, ensuring data accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. This role involves leading a team, collaborating with stakeholders, and leveraging data analytics to improve efficiency and inform decision-making. The successful candidate will have strong technical, communication, and leadership skills as well as a deep understanding of higher education and state/federal reporting regulations.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Major/Essential Functions

• Manage the end-to-end THECB reporting process. This includes collecting, analyzing, and validating student, HR, and facilities data. Ensure data quality, accuracy, and timely submission of reports to THECB. This role also involves collaborating with functional departments, ERP support, and THECB to meet reporting requirements and utilize data for decision-making.
• Oversee the federal (IPEDS/NSF) reporting function of the department. This includes improving processes, enhancing systems, and allocating resources to ensure accurate and timely data submission. The role involves identifying bottlenecks, streamlining workflows, implementing data quality checks, and resource allocation.
• Leverage data analytics to improve reporting efficiency, identify trends, and support decision-making. Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with state and federal reporting, implementing appropriate controls and safeguards. This includes coordination with data governance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including state and federal agencies.
• Generate recurring and ad-hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders, presenting data in clear and understandable format.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing team of professionals responsible for various aspects of state and federal reporting.
• Assist the Institutional Research department head as required. Responsible for all Institutional Research functions when the department head is unavailable.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field required plus six years administrative or management experience. Additional education may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

An advanced degree in a relevant field and significant experience in higher education administration, particularly in institutional research and analytics. Additionally, experience in project management is highly valued. Leadership experience, including managing teams and overseeing complex projects, is also essential.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Recommendation/Referral, Resume / CV

Optional Attachments

Professional/Personal Reference

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Minimum Hire Rate

5298.83

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Lunch 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

First line Managers

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.