Director of Research and Planning
University of South Carolina, Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States, 29302
Special Instructions
The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
Benefits USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition Program
Dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Job Summary Director of Research and Planning
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00103PO26
Spartanburg, SC
Reports to the Vice Provost and Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and SACSCOC liaison. Manages and directs activities of strategic planning goals and metrics and institutional research. Oversees comprehensive data collection, integrity, analysis, and interpretation of university data for all divisions of the university. Works with the Executive Team and Deans to meet data needs including for strategic planning scorecards and blueprints, external reporting, program reviews, grants, and accreditation.
Works closely with university administration, USC Columbia, USC Upstate Information Technology and Data Services, and USC Upstate Institutional Effectiveness and Compliance to streamline data collection processes; improve data quality; and ensure that data collection, reporting, and analysis processes support university priorities.
Ensures accuracy of data warehouse and dashboards in collaboration with USC Columbia Division of Information Technology. Analyzes data for patterns and trends, conducts predictive and comparative analyses, and provides projections to inform decisions at the highest levels of the institution.
The Director is expected to be visible across campus and to take an active leadership role in discussing institutional data; to meet with units to clarify and refine their data needs and research questions; and to ensure that all data requests are fulfilled with clear summaries, contextual explanations, and interpretive reporting. Recommends changes in institutional planning based on state and federal policies and external trends. Ensures that data reports are informative, accessible, and aligned with university priorities.
Responsibilities Managing data reports and recommending changes to strategic planning goals and metrics as articulated on scorecards and blueprints and program review data sheets.
Developing and overseeing systems for gathering, streamlining, assuring quality, analyzing, and reporting institutional data necessary for decision making at all levels.
Performing a variety of statistical analyses using large, complex data sets including predictive analyses to inform institutional planning and budgeting.
Designing and implementing data analysis and visualization, and self‑service data tools, including data interpretation and training as needed.
Leading changes in research and planning initiatives based on system, state, federal, and regional forecasts and trends as well as best practices in research and planning.
Managing the reporting of institutional data to state and federal government entities as required (e.g., SCCHE, IPEDS) as well as other external agencies and grant opportunities.
Managing institutional data for various accreditation bodies such as SACSCOC, CAEP, CCNE, AACSB, ABET, and other program level bodies.
Creating and enforcing university policies and procedures to ensure proper access and use of data across the institution.
Creating and serving as the source of university data definitions.
Evaluating departmental priorities and objectives, managing the Research and Planning budget, supervising staff, and performing additional duties as needed.
Qualifications Minimum Required Education and Experience: Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications: A master’s degree and 2 or more years of job related experience or a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent data management and statistical analysis skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate complex information to end users effectively. Ability to prepare and present information to various groups. Proficiency in Excel, statistical programs (e.g., SPSS or SAS), and student information systems (e.g., Banner). A successful background check is required.
Job Duties (Essential Functions and Time Distribution)
Managing data reports and recommending changes to strategic planning goals and metrics – 20%
Developing and overseeing systems for gathering, streamlining, assuring quality, analyzing, and reporting institutional data – 15%
Performing statistical analyses with large, complex data sets, including predictive analyses – 10%
Designing and implementing data analysis and visualization, and self‑service data tools – 10%
Leading changes in research and planning initiatives – 10%
Managing reporting of institutional data to state and federal entities and external agencies – 10%
Managing institutional data for accreditation bodies – 10%
Creating and enforcing university data policies and procedures – 10%
Creating and serving as the source of university data definitions – 5%
Evaluating departmental priorities, managing budget, supervising staff, and additional duties – 5%
Position Attributes Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy.
Special Instructions to Applicant The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
Supplemental Questions
Do you wish to continue applying for this position? Yes
No
Are you willing and able to submit to a pre‑employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire? Yes
No
Do you have a master’s degree and 2 or more years of job related experience or a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience? Yes
No
Is the salary range $69,913 – $76,656 acceptable to you? Yes
No
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
Other Supporting Documents
List of References and Contact Information
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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Benefits USC Upstate offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition Program
Dependent Scholarships
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
Job Summary Director of Research and Planning
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00103PO26
Spartanburg, SC
Reports to the Vice Provost and Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, and SACSCOC liaison. Manages and directs activities of strategic planning goals and metrics and institutional research. Oversees comprehensive data collection, integrity, analysis, and interpretation of university data for all divisions of the university. Works with the Executive Team and Deans to meet data needs including for strategic planning scorecards and blueprints, external reporting, program reviews, grants, and accreditation.
Works closely with university administration, USC Columbia, USC Upstate Information Technology and Data Services, and USC Upstate Institutional Effectiveness and Compliance to streamline data collection processes; improve data quality; and ensure that data collection, reporting, and analysis processes support university priorities.
Ensures accuracy of data warehouse and dashboards in collaboration with USC Columbia Division of Information Technology. Analyzes data for patterns and trends, conducts predictive and comparative analyses, and provides projections to inform decisions at the highest levels of the institution.
The Director is expected to be visible across campus and to take an active leadership role in discussing institutional data; to meet with units to clarify and refine their data needs and research questions; and to ensure that all data requests are fulfilled with clear summaries, contextual explanations, and interpretive reporting. Recommends changes in institutional planning based on state and federal policies and external trends. Ensures that data reports are informative, accessible, and aligned with university priorities.
Responsibilities Managing data reports and recommending changes to strategic planning goals and metrics as articulated on scorecards and blueprints and program review data sheets.
Developing and overseeing systems for gathering, streamlining, assuring quality, analyzing, and reporting institutional data necessary for decision making at all levels.
Performing a variety of statistical analyses using large, complex data sets including predictive analyses to inform institutional planning and budgeting.
Designing and implementing data analysis and visualization, and self‑service data tools, including data interpretation and training as needed.
Leading changes in research and planning initiatives based on system, state, federal, and regional forecasts and trends as well as best practices in research and planning.
Managing the reporting of institutional data to state and federal government entities as required (e.g., SCCHE, IPEDS) as well as other external agencies and grant opportunities.
Managing institutional data for various accreditation bodies such as SACSCOC, CAEP, CCNE, AACSB, ABET, and other program level bodies.
Creating and enforcing university policies and procedures to ensure proper access and use of data across the institution.
Creating and serving as the source of university data definitions.
Evaluating departmental priorities and objectives, managing the Research and Planning budget, supervising staff, and performing additional duties as needed.
Qualifications Minimum Required Education and Experience: Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications: A master’s degree and 2 or more years of job related experience or a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Excellent data management and statistical analysis skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate complex information to end users effectively. Ability to prepare and present information to various groups. Proficiency in Excel, statistical programs (e.g., SPSS or SAS), and student information systems (e.g., Banner). A successful background check is required.
Job Duties (Essential Functions and Time Distribution)
Managing data reports and recommending changes to strategic planning goals and metrics – 20%
Developing and overseeing systems for gathering, streamlining, assuring quality, analyzing, and reporting institutional data – 15%
Performing statistical analyses with large, complex data sets, including predictive analyses – 10%
Designing and implementing data analysis and visualization, and self‑service data tools – 10%
Leading changes in research and planning initiatives – 10%
Managing reporting of institutional data to state and federal entities and external agencies – 10%
Managing institutional data for accreditation bodies – 10%
Creating and enforcing university data policies and procedures – 10%
Creating and serving as the source of university data definitions – 5%
Evaluating departmental priorities, managing budget, supervising staff, and additional duties – 5%
Position Attributes Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security‑Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy.
Special Instructions to Applicant The application must be completed including all current and previous work history and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
Supplemental Questions
Do you wish to continue applying for this position? Yes
No
Are you willing and able to submit to a pre‑employment background check that may include, but it is not limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor vehicle history as a condition of hire? Yes
No
Do you have a master’s degree and 2 or more years of job related experience or a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 4 or more years of job related experience? Yes
No
Is the salary range $69,913 – $76,656 acceptable to you? Yes
No
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents
Other Supporting Documents
List of References and Contact Information
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV /AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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