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Position Information

Job Title Data and Research Analyst Reports To and Evaluated by Director of Institutional Research Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in statistics/mathematics or related field. Minimum of two years of experience in research, data analysis, and statistical interpretation in higher education setting. Applied knowledge of statistical methodologies, quantitative and qualitative research methods. Strong data management skills; experience using relational database systems preferred. Ability to assess data integrity. Ability to work with campus departments to resolve/reconcile data issues. Ability and initiative to learn new computer skills and programs. Proficiency in statistical analyses software (SPSS preferred), data visualization tools, web based data application tools (Business Intelligence), database query reporting tools (SQL), and Microsoft Office software, intermediate to advanced skills in Excel preferred. Good judgment, discretion, and ability to maintain integrity with confidential information/data (FERPA). Must be able to multi-task and work with deadlines, be organized, dependable, and detail-oriented. Ability to work with little supervision. Excellent analytical, oral, writing and presentation skills.
Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in statistics/mathematics or related field. Three to five years higher education institutional research experience. Experience with Illinois Community College reporting requirements. Knowledge of Colleague ERP system. Previous grant reporting experience.

Job Summary

The Data and Research Analyst supports the Office of Institutional Research in the collecting data, researching, data analysis and presentation of written and oral reports in support of institutional effectiveness and decision-making, and promoting student success. The Data and Research analyst prepares and communicates necessary institutional research studies to College departments and to external stakeholders, such as federal and state agencies (e.g., ICCB, HLC, IPEDS, etc.); and is responsible for coordinating completion of and/or producing work within established deadlines.

Specific Job Duties

•Access, collect, refine, and manage data from internal and external information systems, surveys, etc., and create reports with research findings
•Assist with compilation and completion of state and federal reports, including but not limited to ICCB, IPEDS, HLC
•Prepares standard reports for areas undergoing annual program review
•Organize, compile and analyze data requests as needed for other College departments; visually and narratively interpret the results of research and analysis based on the needs of those requesting data or target audience; consults with internal college constituencies to determine and clarify data, reports and research requirements
•Assists in administration and analysis of institutional surveys and other data collection needs (e.g., CCSSE, National Benchmarking, external surveys, etc.)
•Represent the Office of Institutional Research on institutional committees or meetings when needed
•Revise and update the IR website/Portal page
•Perform other job related duties as assigned

Salary Range Posting Details

Posting Detail

Posting Number P00136PU Desired Start Date 04/01/2019 Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 01/23/2019 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Transcripts
2. Letters of Recommendation
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Other
5. Specialized Certifications