Director of Assessment, Evaluation, and Data Strategy

Job Description

Were currently searching for our Director of Assessment Evaluation and Data Strategy in Student Affairs to join our team in Blacksburg VA and to be a strategic leader in our division in motivating data-informed decision-making efforts and fostering a learning-centered and evidence-based approach to advancing our divisional mission strategic plan and values. When was the last time you changed the world In Virginia Techs Division of Student Affairs thats exactly what were doing every dayguiding nurturing and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow. We need someone adept with program
diligent with effective data integration over-the-moon for outcomes and passionate about program evaluation. If thats you then please read on

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS ROLE:
Youll be reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President of Administration for Student Affairs and will be joining the Division of Student Affairs at a critical time in a key leadership capacity. This
is a major driving force for advancing divisional priorities and have the opportunity to build on an already strong foundation of continuous improvement. (Note: Student Affairs Strategic Plan: be responsible for strategically directing and tactically coordinating multiple projects and evaluation activities across the division--providing subject matter expertise in evaluation methods outcome assessments and data analysis/reporting.

You will directly supervise the Assistant Director of Assessment who has primary responsibility for departmental assessment planning reporting and action and managing division-wide assessment work groups and training activities. You will co-advise a shared data scientist position with the Office of Analytics & Institutional Effectiveness to guide the development of a data analytic application in our University DataCommons to support division- and university-wide initiatives.


Youll lead the divisions data strategy efforts; taking an innovative and collaborative systems approach to data collection data dissemination and data utilizationleveraging best practices key partnerships and technologies to help guide operational decisions.

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

For this regular appointment calendar-year position Virginia Tech offers a generous compensation package (ranged from $10500-$115000) along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance paid leave retirement tuition assistance VT discounts and so much more!

We believe it is important for applicants and employees alike to understand our decision-making process re: compensation. For the sake of transparency please note the following items we want you to understand:

Youll see that this job has a posted salary range from $10500-$115000. This range represents the salary information we have gathered in our salary benchmarking research.

In order to preserve fairness and equity internally we will be evaluating your salary offer to ensure it is competitive but appropriate given the market range; with the higher end of the range reserved for candidates who have significant experience at this level of a role.

We know that salary is important but it isnt everything when it comes to making a decision. So we encourage you to visit this site to visualize what your total compensation package would look like if you are the selected candidate and visit this site to see what life is like in the New River Valley.

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY:

THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.

THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity integrity civility and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.

Required Qualifications

At a minimum successful applicants are required to have:

Masters degree in higher education data sciences student affairs administration public administration statistics or a related field with a research or evaluation emphasis.

Considerable experience developing and leading the planning and assessment efforts for a large and complex division or organization.

Expert-level ability with analyzing quantitative and qualitative data interpreting findings and producing effective reports for a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.

Significant experience designing validating and administering evaluative instruments (e.g. surveys rubrics focus group protocols etc.)

Extensive experience successfully managing multiple assessment/ research projects simultaneously ideally in a higher education setting or other large complex organization.

Demonstrated experience and skill in establishing a strong culture of assessment forging collaborative partnerships building consensus and effectively managing change.

Considerable experience utilizing software applications and other technology-based tools to enhance assessment efforts and capabilities in the area of data analytics.

Preferred Qualifications

It is also preferred that successful applicants have:

Earned doctorate in higher education data sciences student affairs administration public administration statistics or a related field.

Professional experience in program evaluation assessment and research within the context of higher education.

Demonstrated experience supervising professional as well as student staff.
Experience in a student affairs functional area.

Knowledge of student development theory and best practices surrounding the assessment of student services and programs.

Demonstrated commitment to personal growth and professional development in assessment analytics or a related fieldas evidenced by involvement with industry associations such as NASPA ACPA CAS CHEA or other national organization.

Pay Band

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Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$105000- $115000

Hours per week

40

Review Date

July 22nd 2026

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors College.The university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.