Institutional Research Director jobs in Minnesota
Institutional Research Director directs and oversees institutional research and studies 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 manages data collection and analysis and oversees the formulation of research reports. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Institutional Research Director typically reports to a head of a department. The Institutional Research Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be an Institutional Research Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Institutional Research Analyst
- The College of St. Scholastica
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Duluth, MN
FULL_TIME
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The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, number of months worked, as well as internal equity among our team.
Position Summary
This position serves an integral role in working collaboratively with faculty, staff, administrators, and academic groups in institutional research and effectiveness. The role includes supporting internal and external data reporting, strategic planning, leading survey research, accreditation participation, defining, executing, and supporting procedures and processes, compliance policy, and creating data analyses that demonstrate college performance and respond to environmental issues.
Qualifications Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in computer information systems, mathematics, business administration, or related field; AND (2) TWO years professional experience in higher education preferred in a role involving data analysis, research, and planning; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Key Areas of Responsibility- In collaboration with the Director of Institutional Research & Compliance, develops, implements, and manages plans for information sharing and data dissemination through different data visualization tools and communication channels.
- Collect, analyze, report, and present quantitative and non-quantitative information, such as that required of IPEDS, U.S. News, and College Board, to state, federal, and regional regulators and accreditors, demonstrating the attainment of the College's strategic directions.
- Develops relevant, timely, and accurate institutional information for administrators, the college community, the external community, and external agencies. Presents findings of analyses and research to various College constituencies.
- Researches, develops, and recommends policy analyses relevant to anticipated institutional planning, policy, and decision-making needs.
- Provide institutional expertise on survey design, execution, analysis, and presentation of results. Manages surveys, questionnaires, and other data-gathering instruments administered by the Office and works with external vendors as appropriate.
- Actively participates in accreditation efforts; directly supports programmatic and compliance activities and requirements.
- Responds to ad hoc requests, assisting individual divisions and offices in identifying, collecting, maintaining, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data in response to ongoing compliance needs.
- Identify and leverage opportunities to continually improve the quality of data management systems, processes, and standards.
- Perform other duties, such as representing the Office at meetings, conferences, institutional committees, and collaboration with peer institutions.
- Prepares and directs the preparation of various written correspondence, reports, procedures, and other materials.
- Monitors and interprets developments in the field of research and assessment; evaluates their impact on College activities; and develops and implements policy and procedural recommendations.
- Collaborate to help assist in the development and implementation of comprehensive strategic plans, aligning data analysis and institutional research with long-term objectives to enhance institutional effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
- Expertise in a range of quantitative and non-quantitative research methods, such as data extraction, manipulation, and visualization.
- Microsoft Office package, Structured Query Language (SQL), IBM Cognos reporting/dashboarding, and statistical software or similar tools appropriate to institutional research.
- Experience in understanding warehouse design, business requirements, and data modeling concepts.
- Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, evaluation, and project management.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Knowledge of structures and priorities in higher education with specific attention to the private sector.
- Background of policy research and accreditation and state licensing activities in higher education; applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
- Department and college policies, procedures, practices and functions, and operational requirements of college entities.
- Time management, problem-solving, critical thinking, organizational, and written and interpersonal communication.
- Planning, organizing, and administering research and analysis projects.
- Training others in policies and procedures related to the work.
- Developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards.
- Performing professional-level analytical and programmatic work in a variety of areas and disciplines.
- Carrying assigned analytical projects through, from data gathering to completion.
- Using initiative and independent judgment within general policy guidelines.
- Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Working with minimal supervision and managing multiple priorities and demands.
- Collaborating across the organization to accomplish team, division, and college goals, objectives, and activities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with coworkers and students.
- 4 Days Ago
Director of Institutional Advancement
- Thomas Academy
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Mendota, MN
FULL_TIME
- POSITION Saint Thomas Academy is seeking a full-time Director of Institutional Advancement. The Director of Institutional Advancement is responsible for providing strategic oversight to the Saint Thom...
- 26 Days Ago
Director, Research and Intelligence
- GREATER MSP
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Saint Paul, MN
FULL_TIME
- DEPARTMENT: Research & Intelligence REPORTS TO: Managing Director, Research & Intelligence STATUS: Full-Time, Exempt (Salaried) SALARY RANGE: $130,000-$140,000 full-Time, Exempt (Salaried) GREATER MSP...
- 27 Days Ago
Communications and Data Research Director
- Coalition of Asian American Leaders
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Saint Paul, MN
FULL_TIME
- The Coalition of Asian American Leaders (CAAL) envisions a just and joyful future where all Minnesotans, regardless of background, have the power to shape decisions that affect us and can live with di...
- 8 Days Ago
Director of Evaluation and Research in Learning
- Science Museum of Minnesota
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Saint Paul, MN
FULL_TIME
- The Director of Evaluation and Research in Learning is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic planning, coordination and execution of the evaluation and research about learning within the o...
- 9 Days Ago
Director of Market Research
- Meet Minneapolis
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Minneapolis, MN
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT MEET MINNEAPOLIS At Meet Minneapolis, our mission is to positively impact the economic and social prosperity of our Minneapolis community by attracting visitors, meetings and events that directl...
- 16 Days Ago
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- Manhattan College
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Bronx, NY
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Director of Institutional Research
- Felician University
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Rutherford, NJ
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Institutional Research Associate
- UMass Dartmouth
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North Dartmouth, MA
- OFFICIAL JOB TITLE: Institutional Research Associate DIVISION: Academic Affairs DEPARTMENT: Institutional Research and A...
- 6/1/2024 12:00:00 AM
BI Report Developer
- Colorado State University
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Fort Collins, CO
- Posting Detail Information Working TitleBI Report Developer Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition qual...
- 5/31/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
- Converse University
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Spartanburg, SC
- SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness serves as the central source for institution...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
Director of Institutional Research & Effectiveness
- Great Basin College
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Elko, NV
- Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quic...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
Chief Data Officer (Inst) (B) - Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness
- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
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Stevens Point, WI
- The Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness plays a mission critical role in enhancing the overall effectiv...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator
- Skagit Valley College
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Mount Vernon, WA
- Salary: $3,376.00 - $4,497.00 Monthly Location : Mount Vernon, WA Job Type: Classified - Permanent, Scheduled Job Number...
- 5/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
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What does an Institutional Research Director do?
Institutional Research Director in Columbus, OH
Institutional Research Data - The IR department provides accurate data for various measurable points.
January 25, 2020
Institutional Research Director in Danbury, CT
Institutional researchers collect, analyze, report, and warehouse quantitative and qualitative data about their institution's students, faculty, staff, curriculum, course offerings, and learning outcomes.
December 22, 2019
Institutional Research Director in San Francisco, CA
The office of Institutional Research and Planning supports the University in planning, goal-setting, assessment, institutional research and reporting, and student success initiatives.
December 26, 2019