Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting

The Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making at the institution. This position will oversee data analysis, reporting, and external reporting compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of higher education data, and excellent communication skills.

Essential Functions:

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Oversee the collection, cleaning, and analysis of institutional data from various sources.
• Conduct in-depth analyses to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare clear and concise reports on research findings, including data visualizations and executive summaries.
• Works directly with Data Governance and Reporting & Architecture teams to build and maintain the data and decision support operations of the University. Provide data-driven insights to inform strategic planning, enrollment management, academic program review, and resource allocation decisions.
• Manage the day-to-day work of data analysts as assigned.

External Reporting:

• Manage the preparation and submission of required reports to accrediting agencies, government agencies, and other external stakeholders. Maintains records and documentation of all external reports.
• Serves as the primary point of contact with external agencies for matters of reporting (e.g., IPEDS, U.S. News & World Report, etc.) Stays informed of regulatory changes and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Collaborates with a cross-divisional team supporting institutional data operations, governance, and reporting. Collaborates with other departments to gather and analyze data for external reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in a quantitatively oriented field, such as educational research, statistics, quantitative sociology or a related field.

At least four years relevant experience in institutional research in higher ed, with specific experience in external reporting.

• Expertise in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power Bl).
• Strong knowledge of database management systems and query languages. Ability to extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources.
• Knowledge of higher education trends and issues.
• Familiarity with federal and state reporting requirements, such as IPEDS, CDS, and other relevant surveys.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex data and findings to a diverse audience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in managing complex projects and meeting tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or PhD in higher education, educational research, or a related quantitatively oriented education field.

Significant experience in higher ed institutional research and external reporting, with experience in cross-divisional coordination.

• Experience working with Tableau, Tableau Prep, Workday, Ellucian Banner, and Snowflake.