Director, Research Assessment and Evaluation
Director, Research Assessment and Evaluation
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Research Assessment and Evaluation Director coordinates and implements qualitative and mixed methods research focused on student success the student experience evaluates the effectiveness of institutional strategies and initiatives and coordinates all activities of various internal and external student assessment surveys.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist in the development or selection administration and analysis of appropriate measurement tools (i.e. employer surveys course evaluations etc. ).
Make survey results available as appropriate.
Design methodology and instruments for the collection of quantitative and qualitative data.
Design implement analyze and communicate results of assessment and evaluation studies.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with institutional partners leaders and external stakeholders.
Lead qualitative and quantitative research efforts as needed for academic and administrative departments producing actionable written reports of research.
Assist in the clarification of research questions and hypotheses that arise during institutional strategic and annual planning; perform ad hoc statistical analysis and interpretation to facilitate strategic decision-making. Assist with facilitating the Colleges institutional effectiveness processes including curriculum program reviews strategic planning planning retreats and planning unit assessment cycles. Collaborate with senior leadership and consult with Deans and instructional leaders to develop and monitor strategies for measuring learning outcomes and evaluating programs and services.
Provide consultation to academic and administrative units on outcomes and assessment research methodology data management and data analysis and interpretation for their programs of self-study planning and assessment activities.
Perform other duties tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Education Social Sciences or related field required
- Masters degree preferred
- 5 years combined experience in statistical research business intelligence data science or data analytics leadership or management roles required
Licensing & Certification
- Valid Texas Driver License
Special Skills
- MS Office Programs
- Visualization Software
- Qualitative Data Analysis Software
- Web-based Survey Tools
- Information Management Systems
- Business Intelligence
Competencies
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
Working Conditions
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singularly-accredited open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies second only to New York Citys 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
- Houston is theCulture & Culinary Capital of Texaswith more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Sandra B. Jacobson J.D. . SHRM-SCPInterim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
PO Box 667517
Houston TX 77266
HCC values its employees and their contributions promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environmentthat encourages involvement innovation and creativity.
Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact .
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
