Research Analyst
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About College of the Desert
The College of the Desert Desert Community College District enrolls approximately 15000 students each academic year with steady enrollment growth each year. College of the Desert embraces diversity in all forms and the right of all people to have access to quality higher education in a safe learning environment. Designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) College of the Desert administers an array of student programs specifically focused on student support and helping students achieve their educational and career goals. As a two-year college we offer Associates Degree for Transfer both in Art and Sciences Associates Degrees and Certificates across a wide range of disciplines.College of the Desert is a district that consists of leadership staff and faculty who are committed to enhancing our community through supporting the academic success of all of our students including students of color students with disabilities students who are first generation to college veterans students of all ages students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds dreamers and students of diverse sexual orientation and gender expression.
When you join College of the Desert you can expect to be part of a diverse inclusive and collaborative community. We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences emphasizes collaboration and engages students in and out of the classroom. We are committed to ensuring that College of the Desert is a welcoming place for the success of all students.
Interested in learning more about College of the Desert and the Coachella Valley Visit the links below.
Who We Want:
College of the Desert is seeking individuals from a broad range of cultural heritages socioeconomic backgrounds genders abilities and orientations. As such we prioritize individuals who fully demonstrate their understanding of the community we serve the benefits of diversity in a professional and educational setting and values creating a culture that brings people together. A successful candidate will value working in a collegial collaborative environment that is guided by a commitment to inclusion student education and equity. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:- Understand the importance of holding ourselves accountable as faculty staff and leadership for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices;
- Reframe inequities as a problem of practice and view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility;
- Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human difference;
- Reflect on institutional and teaching practices and aim to make them more culturally responsive; and
- Strategically build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity-related initiatives.
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the direction of the Director Office of Institutional Research assist in and/or conduct all aspects of producing research projects for all areas of the college including but not limited to student outcomes cohort tracking institutional goals disproportionate impact FTES calculations and enrollment projections by collecting data providing analysis program using statistical software formulate database queries design and produce complex tables graphs and reports obtain research information from appropriate data sources and perform other related research collection analysis and dissemination tasks.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
1. Assist in designing and developing survey instruments and questionnaires analyze data from surveys and write reports and/or prepare presentations explaining the results. E
2. Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative data using department procedures and appropriate software; prepare data files written reports and/or presentations showing the results of the analyses. E
3. Assist in preparing and presenting oral and written reports with accompanying visualizations to faculty and administration. E
4. Analyze data using various software programs such as EXCEL ACCESS and SPSS; conduct various statistical tests such as frequencies chi-square correlation and multiple regression as required by the research question; be familiar with statistical violations and Type I and Type II errors. E
5. Design and develop tables and files including combining data from various sources; construct variables concatenate fields and/or parse variables as needed. E
6. Create informative and engaging visualizations using EXCEL or other appropriate software. E
7. Provide support for special programs and grant applications assist in the collection of data needed for these programs analyze data and provide reports as necessary. E
8. Monitor the integrity of the Districts centralized data files through audits tied to the production of both cyclical and ad hoc reports; coordinate with appropriate offices on campus to ensure that errors are corrected in timely fashion and prevented in the future. E
9. Participate in the evaluation and selection of new software for designing surveys statistical data analysis database management and other aspects of conducting institutional research. E
10. Formulate and recommend research studies including goals hypotheses outlines procedures and time and labor force estimates. E
11. Provide technical support regarding research design and appropriate analyses including survey development. E
12. Prepare data downloads from District databases and other data sources using a variety of computer interface tools. Write and execute computer queries to retrieve information from the Districts relational database system. E
13. Establish and maintain relationships with other offices and staff to acquire provide and ensure the integrity of data and research. E
14. Update and maintain department website; collect maintain index and update reports and reference material presented on the website. E
15. Monitor office operations in the absence of the Director.
16. Perform related duties as assigned.
E: Essential duties
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITLIES
Knowledge of: Standard office procedures and equipment; interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy; correct English usage grammar spelling and punctuation; operate a variety of office machines including computers and appropriate software; computerized data storage and retrieval; statistical methods and computerized statistical analysis using statistical database management spreadsheet using graphs and tables presentation and word processing soft wares; technical and research report writing and presentation methods.
Ability to: Operate computer to interface with mainframe computer; perform statistical analyses using computerized statistical software and accepted statistical methods; use software packages used in a research and planning office including statistical database management spreadsheet using graphs and tables presentation and word processing software with proficiency and competence; learn federal state and local policies and regulations regarding research in educational institutions; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; understand and follow oral and written instructions; work independently with little direction; prioritize and schedule work; prepare and deliver oral presentations; work confidentially with discretion with sensitive information; sit for extended periods of time; bend at the waist kneel or crouch.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination equivalent to: bachelor degree with coursework in statistics mathematics psychology sociology or economics and two (2) years increasingly responsible experience involving related research and analysis activities and projects. Masters degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Bargaining Unit Position
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Environment: Office environment.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS SUMMARY:
Applications missing any of the required documents listed will not be considered. The following documents are required at the time of application:
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:- Online Application: Please fill out your online application completely with all requested details. Resume: Must include length of employment (month/year start & end dates) for each employer.
- Cover Letter: Please address how you meet the minimum requirements for this position and any special qualifications you possess.
- Transcripts: For consideration of college coursework transcripts must be attached. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. IN YOUR APPLICATION:
- List of Professional References: References should include at least three supervisors and two colleagues. Please include name title email and current phone numbers for all references in your application. Letters of recommendation will not be accepted in lieu of the required addition of Professional References.
FAQs For additional information click here: Recruitment Frequently Asked Questions
PLEASE NOTE:- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. College of the Desert does offer sponsorship nor take over sponsorship for an employment VISA. Employment is contingent on residence in California.
- This applicant tracking system does not allow updating an application after it has been submitted. If you need to make a change to your application you must wait one day and reapply. The posting must be open for you to reapply.
Notice to all Candidates for Employment:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 Public Law 99-603 requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. The Desert Community College District (DCCD) will not sponsor any VISA applications nor take over any VISA.
Employees must reside in California while employed with the Desert Community College District (DCCD).
California Public Employees Retirement SystemandCalifornia State Teachers Retirement System:
A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with the DCCD will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.
Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) who accepts employment with the DCCD to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS
Disability Accommodations:
If you require special accommodations in the application and/or evaluation process please notify Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the job posting close or initial screening date by either calling (760) 773 -2529 or sending an e-mail to .
Attendance Requirement:
All DCCD employees are required to report to work on a regular and consistent basis as scheduled to assigned job.
Campus Crime and Safety Awareness:
Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at
Non-Discrimination Notice:
The DCCD provides access to its services classes and programs without regard to national origin immigration status religion age gender gender identity gender expression race ethnicity color medical condition military and veteran status genetic information ancestry sexual orientation marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy or because they are perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
California Fair Chance Act:
The DCCD will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check if the DCCD is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide mitigating evidence or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Equal Employment Opportunity:
The DCCD is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity equity and inclusion (DEI) and equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all and ensures that students faculty staff and managers of all backgrounds feel welcome included supported and safe. Our culture of belonging openness and inclusion makes the DCCD a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds.
The DCCD is looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability gender identity sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join the DCCD you can expect to be part of an exciting thriving equity-focused and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students faculty staff managers and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position at the DCCD you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with the DCCDs mission and goals for DEIA and EEO.
Additional Resources
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (FEHA)
- Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
- AP 7100 - Commitment to Diversity
- COD - Equal Opportunity Plan
- Department of Labors Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)
THE DCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
