Institutional Researcher I or II
- Employer
- Northern Michigan University
- Location
- Marquette, MI 49855
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- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Institutional Research & Planning
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Job no: 493513
Work type: Staff
Location: Marquette, MI 49855
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Other
Institutional Researcher I or II
Department:Institutional Research
Term of Assignment:Continuing
Term End Date, If Applicable:FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt = overtime eligible for Institutional Researcher I and Exempt = not overtime eligible for Institutional Researcher II
Work Schedule:Traditionally Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm with occasional evening work required
Salary:The position title will be determined based upon the successful applicant's qualifications, e.g., Institutional Researcher I or Institutional Researcher II. The targeted salary ranges are $43,000-$46,200 for the Institutional Researcher I and $48,000-$51,300 for the Institutional Researcher II.
Travel:Less than 10%
Brief Statement of DutiesBrief Statement of Duties:Institutional Researcher I
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Institutional Research and Analysis, develop, maintain and transform data into information that is critical to University planning, policy making and reporting process, and to provide consultation on analyses of University issues.
Institutional Researcher II
In consultation with the Assistant Provost and Director of Institutional Research and Analysis, develop, maintain and transform data into information that is critical to University planning, policy making and reporting process, and to provide consultation on analyses of University issues.
Bachelor's Degree
Discipline / Degree Area:Applied Psychology, Math/Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Measurement, Evaluation, Assessment or closely related field
Required Specialized Training/Certifications:Institutional Researcher I
Bachelor's Degree in Applied Psychology, Math/Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Measurement, Evaluation, Assessment or closely related field.
Institutional Researcher II
Master's Degree in Applied Psychology, Math/Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Measurement, Evaluation, Assessment or closely related field.
Institutional Researcher I
No work experience required.
Institutional Researcher II
Two years of office work experience.
Both levels
Experience working with large data sets.
Advanced understanding of Microsoft Office products, particularly Word and Excel.
Willingness and demonstrated aptitude to quickly learn new software and skills as needed.
Ability to work well with others and contribute to a dynamic and team-oriented environment.
Ability to think critically, analyze and interpret data, and develop/implement solutions.
Ability to maintain a high ethical standard and respect for confidentiality and data security.
Pay critical attention to the accuracy of detailed information and ability to ensure accuracy in a fast-paced and priority-driven environment.
Possess personal ethical standard that respects the diversity and inclusion of all students and employees on campus.
Institutional Researcher I
Ability to manage project tasks, establish priorities, and plan accordingly to complete work on time.
Experience in quantitative analysis using Excel, SPSS, and/or similar tools.
Experience querying databases and merging data from multiple sources.
Ability to learn data visualization methods.
Ability to communicate in both oral and written environments.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with IRPA staff and other departments.
Institutional Researcher II
Ability to manage all aspects of a project taking from conceptual to fully implemented.
Comprehensive experience in quantitative analysis using Excel, SPSS, and/or similar tools.
High level of comfort querying databases and merging data from multiple sources.
Proficiency in data visualization methods.
Strong ability to communicate in both oral and written environments.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, oftentimes in a leadership role, with IRPA staff and other departments.
Both levels
Experience in survey development, implementation, and reporting, especially in Qualtrics.
Experience with Tableau or other data visualization tools.
Experience in SQL query language.
Experience with qualitative analysis.
Institutional Researcher I
Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in Applied Psychology, Math/Statistics, Computer Science, Business, Measurement, Evaluation, Assessment or closely related field.
Institutional Researcher II
Experience using the National Student Clearinghouse data.
Submit application, cover letter and resume
Contact Information:Julane Cappo, Associate Director of Human Resources, 906-227-1493
Equal Employment Opportunity:NMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and is strongly committed to increasing the diversity of its employees.
Advertised: Mar 29 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Apr 19 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Organization
Working at Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs.
Northern Michigan has a population of about 7,900 undergraduate and graduate students. It offers over 170 degree programs, including 25 graduate programs. More than 75 percent of NMU's 300-plus full-time faculty members have doctorates or the highest degree in their fields, and a hallmark of the NMU experience is that full-time faculty members teach at all levels - freshmen through graduate courses. NMU’s 1,100 employees view helping students succeed as not only a university priority, but a personal goal.
Mission
Northern Michigan University’s distinctive academic and career programs are nurtured by exceptional teaching and extensive opportunities for scholarship, creativity and engagement. Our supportive, connected community empowers students, graduates, faculty and staff to contribute to a diverse and sustainable world.
Vision
Northern Michigan University promotes an active environment to foster strong minds and bodies, inspires innovation and inclusion through community engagement, and develops leaders capable of local and global impact.
Working at NMU
Northern Michigan University prides itself on the knowledge, skills and real-world experiences that faculty and staff bring to campus. This process begins with attracting and selecting quality candidates. Our faculty, staff, and student employees have always combined to form a very special community here at Northern. One that works together with a common goal in mind: to provide a quality education and supportive environment for our students.
Have questions about working at Northern? Visit nmu.edu/hr/employment to learn more.
Diversity Statement: Northern Michigan University strives to be an inclusive community where differences are recognized as assets of the institution, respected attributes of the person and a valuable part of the university experience.
Inclusion is one of Northern’s seven core values. The inclusion value states: Northern is a safe and welcoming place. We aspire to learn from and encourage each other as global citizens, neighbors, colleagues and family. We desire to be a role model in embracing all types of diversity and diverse points of view, engaging in civil society and governance, protecting human rights and promoting social justice.
Our other core values include community, rigor, environment, connection, opportunity and innovation.
The NMU President’s Committee on Diversity is represented by 25 students, faculty and staff. The committee is charged with the six following tasks:
1) To create and implement action plans to promote diversity within the framework of the university’s mission and strategic plan.
2) To identify, evaluate, and respond to diversity issues.
3) To identify, plan, and support activities that will encourage, promote, and recognize diversity on campus.
4) To evaluate the effectiveness of the Committee’s efforts and make adjustments to continually improve, including if necessary, recommending changes to the Committee’s charge.
5) To direct the President’s attention to issues regarding diversity on campus and in the surrounding communities.
6) To submit a report that enumerates and evaluates the Committee’s activities and makes recommendations, including recommendations regarding resource allocation, to the President by June 1 each year.
There are many Northern Michigan University units and departments that work to cultivate diversity efforts. These departments include the President’s Office, Equal Opportunity Office, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Center for Student Enrichment, Multicultural Education and Resources Center, Center for Native American Studies, and International Programs.
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