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Assistant Director of Assessment and Analytics

Inside Higher Ed, Binghamton, New York, United States

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Assistant Director of Assessment and Analytics Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)

Salary: $57,151 - $60,000

Reporting to the Associate Provost for Assessment and Analytics, the Assistant Director will play a pivotal role in the university’s upcoming Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) self‑study, partnering with stakeholders to gather evidence, analyze data, and prepare documentation that supports reaffirmation of accreditation. The Assistant Director also strengthens institutional effectiveness by guiding comprehensive initiatives in student learning assessment, operational and administrative unit evaluation, institutional surveys, and advanced data analytics.

Assessment of Student Learning and Operational Units

Support academic and administrative units in developing measurable learning/operational outcomes and assessment plans.

Provide consultation, resources, and training on assessment methods, data collection, and reporting.

Compile and analyze assessment results using advanced statistical and analytical methods.

Ensure assessment.Clampings align with accreditation requirements and institutional standards.

Institutional Surveys and Data Analytics

Assist with managing the design, implementation, and reporting of institution‑wide surveys using Qualtrics.

Apply advanced analytics, including SAS, SPSS, and AI‑driven tools, to analyze survey and assessment data.

Develop dashboards, visualizations, and predictive models to support evidence‑based planning.

Prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations tailored for faculty, staff, leadership, and external audiences.

Ensure compliance with ethical standards and data governance policies.

Course Evaluation Management (Watermark)

Serve as the co‑administrator of the Watermark course evaluation and survey (CES) system.

Coordinate with academic departments to ensure timely setup, deployment, and reporting of course evaluations.

Provide training and support for faculty and staff on Watermark functionality.

Integrate course evaluation results with institutional data for deeper analysis and instructional improvement.

MSCHE Self‑Study and Accreditation Support

Collaborate with the Associate Provost and campus‑wide self‑study steering committee to plan and implement all phases of the MSCHE self‑study process.

Lead or support data collection, analysis, and documentation to demonstrate compliance with Middle States standards and requirements of affiliation.

Prepare and maintain evidence inventories, data tables, and analytic summaries for use in the self‑study report and team visit.

Provide training and consultation to working groups on assessment evidence and data interpretation.

Assist in drafting or reviewing sections of the self‑study report, ensuring accuracy and consistency of data and analysis.

Collaboration and Institutional Support

Partner aprendiz other departments to integrate assessment, survey, and evaluation data into institutional analytics.

Lead workshopsrat and training on assessment, survey methods, and the use of data analytics and AI in higher education.

Contribute to special projects, accreditation reports, and institutional planning initiatives.

Core Competencies

Commitment to equity and inclusion in assessment and data practices.

Effective problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Advanced analytical and technical skills, including the application of AI and statistical tools.

Ability to build effective working relationships across academic and administrative units.

Capacity to communicate technical results clearly to diverse audiences.

Requirements

Master’s degree in higher education, data analytics, educational research, statistics, or a related field.

Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes and/or operational unit assessment.

Proficiency in survey platforms.

Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis using SAS and SPSS.

Familiarity with AI applications in higher education assessment and analytics.

Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

Preferred

Experience with Qualtrics.

Experience with course evaluation software (e.g., Watermark).

Knowledge of accreditation processes and standards in higher education, including familiarity with MSCHE expectations.

Experience developing data dashboards or visualizations.

Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Binghamton University is not an E‑Verify employer draait.

Additional Information Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials. Binghamton University is a tobacco‑free campus. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no state entity is permitted to ask or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history until such time as the applicantKnowledge is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception. As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title antigos Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR).

Application Instructions All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=194603.

Deadline for internal applicants: November 24, 2025. Deadline for external applicants: open until filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

Required Documents Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references.

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