Institutional Research Director - Assistant assists in directing and overseeing institutional research for a university/college. Designs and leads institutional research studies evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's programs and policies. Being an Institutional Research Director - Assistant manages data collection and analysis and oversees the formulation of research reports. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically reports to Institutional Research Director. The Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Institutional Research Director - Assistant typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
About San Francisco Bay University:
San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), a nonprofit, WASC-accredited, university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California, seeks an innovative and experienced Director for Institutional Research. SFBU’s mission is to offer inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong careers and our vision is to set the standard as a national model of higher education in service of the common good.
At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Our professors are accomplished professionals who provide real-world experience in the classrooms to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for future careers. Our student body is reflective of the rich cultural diversity of the world, supported by a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Moreover, our university captures the vibrancy of Silicon Valley. SFBU is in growth mode and we are looking to make a difference in our communities by enhancing access to affordable education for all students.
Position Overview
The Director of Institutional Research is integral to the operations of the Institutional Effectiveness unit, providing essential data and analytical insights to inform university leadership. Under the leadership of the Vice President for Strategy and Innovation, the Director of Institutional Research guides data-driven decision-making, strategic planning, and policy formulation while ensuring the highest standards of data integrity. The Director will manage the daily operations of the Institutional Effectiveness team, leading efforts in enrollment, student learning assessment, program evaluation, and accreditation processes. This role will maintain and distribute standard and ad hoc reports through advanced data visualization platforms such as Tableau and Salesforce, addressing the university's strategic and operational needs. The role demands a proactive approach to cross-departmental collaboration, a keen analytical acumen, and the ability to convey complex data in actionable terms to support key university functions, including but not limited to enrollment management, faculty administration, and student success initiatives. This is a salaried, exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FMLA)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Institutional Research Director include leading data collection and analysis to support decision-making, strategic planning, and policy development. The Director must ensure data integrity, manage institutional statistics, interpret trends, and provide insights for improving institutional effectiveness. This role involves collaborating with various departments to aid in core institutional functions such as enrollment, accreditation, and program evaluation, requiring strong analytical skills and effective communication of complex information to all levels of the institution.
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This position description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time, with or without notice.
SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
For full consideration, please submit your complete application by March 11, 2024.