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Research and Planning Analyst

Employer
State Center Community College District
Location
Fresno

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Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Institutional Research & Planning
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College
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Research and Planning Analyst

Salary
$63,667.00 - $78,302.00 Annually

Location
Districtwide, CA

Job Type
Permanent

Division
RC President's Office

Job Number
2019116

Closing
11/26/2019 11:59 PM Pacific

General Purpose
Under general supervision, performs quantitative and qualitative research studies, surveys and other analyses; prepares research papers, reports and recommendations in order to communicate data for others to understand outcomes and make decisions; participates in presentations of research findings with a broad variety of constituents; participates in the design of research studies; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
  • Identifies appropriate research methodologies, statistical analysis techniques and data resources and plans study methods; extracts, collects, analyzes and reconciles data and information related to accreditation, academic programs, grants, enrollment and curriculum management, student demographics and outcomes and other relevant data; conducts literature reviews.
  • Validates data interpretation and extraction methods; formats data from college databases and other sources for submission to state and local entities to meet reporting requirements; generates data sets required for grant applications and reporting; populates data for dashboards and other visual data interfaces.
  • Analyzes data for trends and performs statistical analyses; prepares action-based interpretations of patterns and analyses in the form of written reports, oral presentations, graphics, handouts and committee reports; collaborates with various campus constituencies to communicate, interpret, refine and use research findings in decision-making processes and in the implementation of new and modified programs, policies, practices and systems to effect desired change in outcomes.
  • Performs ad hoc queries and creates reports from college databases using a variety of computer languages and query tools.
  • Serves as a resource for faculty, staff and administration groups engaged in systemic review and evaluation of current District practices.
  • Serves as a functional expert for statistical software programs and modules and college databases; tests and reviews systems upgrades; transfers and reconciles data between software programs; uploads data to the State Chancellor's Office, the California Community College System Office, accrediting bodies and other organizations as needed.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.

  • OTHER DUTIES
  • Troubleshoots and/or validates accuracy of coding for data extractions performed by employees in other departments.
  • Takes meeting notes and minutes, updates relevant document management sites, and assists with other departmental administrative support duties.
  • May represent the department on college committees and ad hoc groups.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

    Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
    Knowledge of:
  • Methods and techniques of institutional and social science research.
  • Professionally accepted research practices applicable to research methodology development/selection, data analysis and interpretation and reporting.
  • Principles and practices of survey development, design and dissemination.
  • Theories, principles, methods and techniques of statistical analysis.
  • Statistical analysis software packages such as SPSS and Tableau.
  • Data extraction and query tools such as structured query language (SQL).
  • Principles, practices and methods of administrative, organizational and management analysis.
  • Applicable sections of the California Education Code and other applicable laws.
  • Database management principles and methods.
  • Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and applicable software programs.
  • Practices and techniques of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
  • College and District organization, Board policies, administrative rules and procedures applicable to departmental and division operations.
  • Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the assignment.
  • Uses and operations of scanners, phone systems, computers, standard business software, and database and spreadsheet applications.

    Skills and Abilities to:
  • Consultatively provide information and guidance to College faculty and staff on research and analysis techniques.
  • Identify, investigate and define research issues and problems and locate sources of data to meet research needs and requirements, as appropriate to assigned scope of responsibility.
  • Understand, interpret, explain and apply standard research methodologies and techniques.
  • Use interactive analytical statistical software packages efficiently.
  • Operate computers and make advanced functional use of standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, graphics and database applications.
  • Use specialized software to create survey instruments.
  • Work collaboratively with a variety of faculty and staff in carrying out research and reporting functions.
  • Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
  • Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
  • Apply graphical user interfaces (GUI), SQL and other programming and database tools to provide effective access to and presentation of community college-related information.
  • Present research findings clearly, logically and in a meaningful and understandable form, using a wide variety of modalities, to a variety of audiences.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of information.
  • Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues and situations.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
    A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, and at least three years of progressively responsible experience in social science or institutional research, including responsibility for research design, methodology development and statistical analysis; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

    LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
    A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance program in some assignments.

    PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
    The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Physical Demands
    While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms.Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

    Mental Demands
    While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work.

    WORKING ENVIRONMENT
    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet. The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.

    Assessment Process

    APPLICATIONSUBMISSION
    To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through our web site athttp://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd.Please attach to your application a copy of your degree or transcripts (including when degree was awarded) or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may also be uploaded but cannot be used in lieu of a completed application.

    ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

    When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

    All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The State Center Community College District does not accept letters of recommendation for classified positions. Please do not attempt to attach letters of recommendation to your application.

    APPLICATION REVIEW AND ASSESSMENTS
    The application review process includes an evaluation of training and experience based on given application information and answers to supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the assessment process.

    The assessment process will include a online competency assessment (45% weight)and an oral interview assessment(55% weight).Of those achieving a passing score on the competency assessment, only the 10 highest scoring candidates, plus ties, will be invited to the oral interview assessment. Passing score is 75% out of 100% on each examination section.

    INITIAL ASSESSMENT TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2019

    The assessment process / assessment date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the address listed on your application.

    ELIGIBILITYLIST
    Candidates who attain a passing score on each part of the assessment will be placed in rank order on a district wide Open-Competitive List. Using the same process, a separate Promotional List will be established and both Lists will be used concurrently. Unless otherwise indicated, the eligibility list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification districtwide for at least six months. The current full-time vacancy is located at Reedley College.

    PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DO NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT

    ACCOMMODATIONS
    Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

    State Center Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of State Center Community College District to provide all persons with equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, religion or similar factors as defined by law. We are a Title V employer.

    To Apply, visit:
    https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd/jobs/2615244/research-and-planning-analyst





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    • Organization

    State Center Community College District (SCCCD) was formed in 1964 when it assumed control of Fresno City College and Reedley College. SCCCD serves approximately one million people and 18 unified and high school districts in more than 5,500 square miles of urban and rural territory, including most of Fresno and Madera counties and portions of Kings and Tulare counties. SCCCD is governed by a seven-member board of trustees who represent seven trustee areas. Total district enrollment for the fall semester 2012 is over 34,000 students. SCCCD is a merit system district with over 2,300 faculty and classified staff represented by the California School Employees Association (CSEA) and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). The total operating budget for SCCCD in 2012-13 is $168 million. 

    Fresno City College, established in 1910, enrolls in excess of 22,000 students and offers more than 100 associate of arts and science degree programs and 60 certificate of achievement programs in vocational/occupational areas. Reedley College, established in 1926, is located in Reedley (approximately 25 miles southeast of Fresno) and enrolls approximately 6,200 students in a variety of courses and degree programs in occupational education and the arts and sciences. SCCCD operates three educational centers with a combined enrollment of approximately 8,300 students. The Willow International, Madera and Oakhurst centers offer programs in general education for transfer and two-year degrees. In addition, the district offers occupational and technical training at its Career and Technology Center and the Training Institute.

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