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Russell Sage College Director of Institutional Research in Albany, New York
Location: Albany, NY Category: Administrative Positions Posted On: Tue Sep 10 2024 Job Description:
The Office of Institutional Research supports the recruiting, retention, assessment, and reporting activities of the College. It collects and analyzes institutional data, responds to external requests for information from private sources as well as state and federal agencies, and conducts customized studies as appropriate.
Responsibilities:
Amplifying and continuing to modernize our data infrastructure, including the management of outside consulting.
Help to build and amplify a culture of data fluency and data-driven decision making. Engaging in data studies and key institutional data questions as needed.
Completion of all official reports for outside agencies and publications (state, federal, college guides, etc.) in collaboration with other college offices. Includes, but not limited to: IPEDS (Enrollment, Human Resources, Finance, Financial Aid, Graduation Rate, Completers) NYSEDS (Off-Campus Locations Directory, Admissions & Academic Preparation, FT UG Transfer Enrollment, Retention, Graduation Rate) US News & World Report, College Board, Petersons Guides, MSCHE AIU Survey, Higher Education Directory, Albany Business Review, NACUBO & Moody's Surveys, etc.
In conjunction with the Registrar's office, weekly reporting of the Cabinet and Enrollment Summary Report.
In conjunction with the Registrar's office, collection of Census data for the Fall, Spring and Summer terms.
Preparation of the Institutional Trend Report, Fall and Spring Enrollment Summaries and other internal reports to inform institutional decision making and strategic planning.
Provides Graduation Rates and Retention Rates for Academic Program Review -if requested.
Work with the National Student Clearinghouse database for specific report requests from other offices
Member of C-CUG (Cross Functional Users Group)
Collaborate w/Provost's office to prepare and disseminate relevant data (DFW rates, time to degree, IPEDs disaggregations, etc.) for the "Data and Dialogue" dashboard and to appropriate stakeholders in order to enhance educational effectiveness across Sage.
Work closely with members of the Academic Affairs leadership team to foster and sustain a culture of assessment and effectiveness throughout Sage.
Other duties as assigned to support institutional needs.
The estimated salary range is $60,000 to $85,000 per year for 40 hours per week for 52 weeks.
Job Requirements:
Required Education, Training, and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field with three years of experience in higher education.
Relevant experience should include: data collection, analysis and interpretation, database management
Experience with Colleague, Excel, Informer
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to work effectively in a diverse university environment.
Preferred Requirements:
At least five years experience in higher education
Master's Degree
Experience with data visualization software
Additional Information:
RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. For complete employee benefit information, please visit our Employee Benefits (https://www.sage.edu/about/offices-centers/human-resources/employment-benefits/) page. Visit our Employment Opportunities (https://www.sage.edu/about/work-at-russell-sage/) page for additional available job openings at RSC.
Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity.
Russell Sage College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential components of a rich intellectual and cultural environment in which all members are given the opportunity to reach their full potential as active participants in our local and global society. Russell Sage College is committed to developing policies and programs to create a campus that supports an optimal learning and working environment for all students, alumnae/i, faculty, administrators, and staff. Please take a look at more information about the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives (https://www.sage.edu/about/community-resources/diversity-equity-inclusion/) at Russell Sage College.
Applications accepted until position is filled.
Reports to: Provost
COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.