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Assessment Specialist

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College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University | Posted Feb 20, 2026

Full-time

Entry (0-2 yrs)

Position Summary The Office of Assessment and Effectiveness at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Assessment Specialist. The Assessment Specialist, reporting to the Associate Dean of Assessment, plays a vital role in designing, implementing, and managing assessment activities that drive program improvements and enhance student success. This position supports best practices in assessment across the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU), encompassing True North Journey Operations, the Curricular Approach for the co-curriculum, and academic programs.

This role will also provide essential support for data analysis, the creation of assessment reports, supporting professional development in assessment on campus, Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation processes, and other program compliance and accreditation needs as required.

Why Join Us? Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

18 Paid Holidays Annually

Generous Vacation and Sick Leave

Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents

Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

To Learn More About Our Benefits, Visit Mycsbsju.edu/jobs.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

Responsibilities Assessment Management and Implementation (75%)

Facilitate the implementation of program assessment

Manage assessment schedules

Design valid and reliable assessment instruments aligned with program learning outcomes

Conduct quantitative and qualitative data analysis to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement

Facilitate action planning sessions with stakeholders to translate assessment findings into concrete improvement strategies

Write assessment reports

Coordinate program review processes

Support program-specific accreditation processes

Collaboration & Compliance (25%)

Engage in assessment outreach and education to promote high quality assessment and program review activities

Use assessment results to inform and implement programming and assessment to improve student outcomes

Serve as partner in institutional data governance efforts

Serve as Provost’s/Associate Dean’s designee on relevant committees as needed

Support institutional compliance activities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree in educational research and assessment or related field preferred

Three years of experience implementing and/or managing data and/or assessment at the program and/or institutional level

Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, the Saint Ben’s and Saint John’s Curricular Approach for assessing beyond the classroom experiences

Demonstrated skill in designing assessment instruments and procedures

Demonstrated skill conducting data analysis and writing reports

Ability to manage large data sets

Understanding of assessment best practices

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work in teams

Results oriented, while sensitive to process

Physical Requirements

Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.

Travel Requirements

Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

To Apply Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or employment@csbsju.edu.

It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers.

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