Position Information: Description

The Director of Graduate Program Assessment provides essential support in the recruitment and retention of graduate students across the multiple graduate program of CEHD.  The main purpose of the position is to work with graduate program coordinators in the college to plan, implement, and collect assessment data demonstrating program goals and student learning outcomes are being met. This includes working with program directors to successfully pursue and comply with accreditation requirements.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesGraduate Program Support

Coordinate periodic meetings of graduate program directors and serve as liaison with the Graduate School and other relevant officesMaintain and update program information webpages, including student outcome indicatorsOther duties as assigned by the Dean

Data Analysis: Accreditation

Collaborate with appropriate University departments to ensure students, staff, and faculty are able to access data management systemAssist students, staff, and faculty with use of data management systemUpdate assessment tools and integrate into data management system as neededCommunicate with instructors throughout data collection processCoordinate outcome data collection and analysis processesAnalyze data and produce reports for quality improvement, recruitment, and accreditation purposesProvide data analysis for annual assessment reports

Data Analysis: Internal/Quality Assurance

Develop and manage Department data quality assurance processesCollaborate with University departments and Department faculty and staff to obtain application, admissions, enrollment, and graduation dataManage multiple databases (applicants, current students, completers of graduate programs, etc.)Analyze data using various data organization tools (i.e. Microsoft Xcel) and statistical software (i.e. SPSS, R)Analyze data and produce reports identifying short- and long-term trends among studentsAnalyze survey data regarding students who decline offers of admission, and students who accept offers of admission but do not enroll in courses

Required Competencies

Demonstrated analytical, data management, and reporting writing skillsMust have superior communication and interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to prioritize, coordinate multiple projects and assignments, meet deadlines and function in a fast paced environmentDemonstrated ability to take direction, organize, and follow-through on assigned tasks and to work as part of a teamHigh level of attention-to-detail and the ability to generate high quality and timely work products

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s DegreeExperience with any videoconference technology (examples include Zoom, Adobe, GoTo Meeting, Teams, etc.)Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly ExcelSuccessful completion of Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in any field with an emphasis on research and analytical skills.Experience using statistical software for data analyses (e.g., SPPS, R).Experience managing databasesWorking knowledge or experience in graduate studies

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$48,000 + commensurate with experience, exempt

Work Schedule/Start Date

40 hours per week/November 16, 2021

Benefits

Includes single or family health care coverage (premiums paid for by the university), basic life insurance, EAP, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual and sick leave. Optional benefits available: supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.