Director, Assessment And QEP

The Director of Assessment and Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is responsible for supporting assessment and accreditation, and oversees the implementation of the QEP. This includes activities related to department and college assessment and accreditation, the implementation and assessment of the QEP and Strategic Plan assessment. Manages software and platforms for assessment, accreditation, faculty reporting, and strategic planning. Supports the Executive Director of Academic Planning and Assessment.
Duties:

• Provides direction, leadership and advice to Deans, faculty, administrators, and others involved in the design, development, assessment, and evaluation of academic programs and departments to meet SACSCOC accreditation guidelines.
• Plays a key leadership role in supporting the academic mission of the university by facilitating accurate, streamlined, and comprehensive processes for ongoing academic assessment of student learning for a diverse student population.
• Directs the implementation and ongoing assessment of the QEP.
• Prepares reports using data from multiple sources in different data formats for all assessment, accreditation, and QEP activities.
• Collaborates with the AVP for Academic Affairs, Executive Director of Academic Planning and Assessment and departments across the university to lead assessment efforts that support the university mission and strategic initiatives.
• Provides assistance in designing measurable outcomes and conducting data analysis to enhance unit and department capacity to conduct effective and meaningful outcomes assessment to satisfy accreditation guidelines and ensure cyclical practices leading to continuous improvement.
• Oversees the core curriculum assessment, data collection and analysis and performs additional duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
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Required: *

• Master's degree in Mathematics, information science, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience as a subject expert and leader in academic assessment and accreditation.
• Knowledge of SACSCOC accreditation standards and requirements.
• Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Knowledge of Quality Enhancement Plan development and implementation.
• Excellent technological and analytical skills, including an advanced knowledge of Excel, database management, data visualizations, reporting, and information management.
• Statistical orientation with experience using Tableau, SPSS, or other statistical packages.
• Excellent leadership, problem solving, and analytical skills.
• Flexibility in work style, demonstrated ability to adapt successfully to changing work environment and needs.
• Ability to independently juggle challenging, multiple projects, prioritizing and meet deadlines.

Desired:
Doctoral degree in Statistics, Research, Evaluation or Management.
Demonstrated success in a leadership position accountable for organizational compliance with evidence-based reporting tied to regulations; or established academic and organizational record of success.
Peoplesoft experience.

Required Attachments by Candidate: Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Notes to Applicant: Full-time position with benefits. Background check required. To apply, please complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter. Applications without the required documents will be considered incomplete and disqualified. Applications must be received before close of business on 01/12/2022 for full consideration.

Job Type: Full-time