What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Institutional Effectiveness position at Minnesota West Community and Technical College?
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Working Title:
Director of Institutional Effectiveness
Institution:
Minnesota West Community and Technical College
Classification Title:
Bargaining Unit / Union:
220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan
City:
MWST - Worthington CampusMWST - Canby Campus, MWST - Granite Falls Campus, MWST - Jackson Campus, MWST - Pipestone Campus
FLSA:
Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Unclassified - Unlimited Academic
Salary Range:
$87,098.00 - $139,466.00
This position is open to all MN West campuses.
Job Description
The individual in this position must be a champion for improvement and innovation, student centered teaching and learning, and data-informed strategic planning. The position provides leadership an integrated approach to research, planning, assessment and technology functions in the college, with a focus on improving institutional effectiveness and fostering innovation. The position involves college-wide engagement to ensure integration of planning efforts and maximization of data and technology resources in the daily operations of the college. The position ensures that meaningful data, analysis, evaluation, and supporting documentation are available to inform decision-making related to continuous improvement, student success, academic programming, program evaluation, and enrollment activities in the college. It provides leadership and management of information technology (IT) resources and services to support the efficient functioning of operational units in the college, with an emphasis on innovative academic and classroom technology applications. The position also plays a key role in accreditation and compliance reports and assists work units and teams with development and assessment of annual work plans.
Responsibilities Include
1. Provide leadership and management of the Institutional Research function within the college.
2. Provide leadership for planning, innovation and continuous improvement activities in the college.
3. Provide leadership and management of information technology (IT) resources and services in the college.
3. Provide leadership and management of information technology (IT) resources and services in the college.
4. Manage Accreditation Efforts and Related Activities
Salary Range:
$87,098 - $139,466 annual
Minimum Qualifications
- Baccalaureate degree in a relevant discipline
- 3 years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Knowledge of budgeting practices
- Proven staff management and supervisory skills and experience
- Strong verbal, written and communication skills
- Project management skills and experience
- Strong work ethic with a commitment to a team-based work environment and transparent communication and decision-making
Preferred Qualification
- Graduate degree in a relevant discipline
- 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably to include higher education and ideally with a public 2- year college
- Experience with instructional technology and distance education, and familiarity with technology applications in both physical and virtual learning environments
- Proficiency with quantitative research methods and data analysis, including experience with predictive analytics, business analytics, forecasting/modeling, and propensity score matching
- Experience with student learning assessment strategies, trends, and outcomes at a college level
- Proficiency with statistics and data analysis software packages(s) such as SPSS, STAT, or R
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, BI software, and data visualization tools (Tableau)
- Familiarity with the ITIL framework for IT service delivery
- Experience leading college-level accreditation efforts and assessment programs
- Experience developing and using data-driven evidence and proven practices to analyze problems/issues and identify solutions
Other Requirements
- You must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter and resume to your online application in order to be considered for this position.
- All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment.
- In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday
Telework (Yes/No)
No
About
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a student-centered, open-access community and technical college within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The college provides transfer, occupational and career programs, workforce training, educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities. The College is committed to accomplishing its mission: Dedicated to serving the varied educational needs of our diverse populations in affordable, accessible and supportive settings.
Minnesota West Community and Technical College is a comprehensive community and technical college with five southwestern Minnesota campuses: Canby, Granite Falls, Jackson, Pipestone, and Worthington and learning centers in Luverne and Marshall Minnesota. Students have the opportunity to earn an Associate Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in more than 60 disciplines.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
07-01-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
04-21-2025
Close Date:
05-14-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Logan Schumacher
Posting Contact Email:
bo9165qk@minnstate.eduSalary : $87,098 - $139,466
