What are the responsibilities and job description for the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Academic Planning position at Morton College?
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in institutional effectiveness, academic planning, assessment, or related areas.
- Demonstrated experience with accreditation processes and compliance reporting.
- Proven track record of leadership in data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration at all levels of the institution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate preferred.
- Experience in a community college setting.
- Proficiency in institutional research software and tools related to academic planning (e.g., Watermark, scheduling software).
- Knowledge of accreditation standards and processes (e.g., Higher Learning Commission).
- Familiarity with continuous improvement frameworks and faculty assessment practices.
Job Summary
The Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Academic Planning is a visionary leader who drives the continuous improvement and strategic transformation of Morton College. This role is responsible for aligning academic planning, institutional assessment, accreditation, and curriculum management with the College’s mission and strategic goals. As the architect of data-driven decision-making and innovation, the Executive Director works closely with deans, faculty, and senior leadership to ensure that every academic and operational decision is informed by meaningful insights and a commitment to excellence. In this dynamic role, the Executive Director is also a catalyst for collaboration across academic affairs, workforce development, and grant initiatives, positioning Morton College as a leader in student success and institutional effectiveness.
Specific Job Duties
Strategic Leadership and Institutional Alignment
- Lead Morton College’s strategic academic planning, ensuring that curriculum management, scheduling, and institutional initiatives align with the College’s mission and long-term vision for success.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, deans, and faculty to foster a culture of inquiry, evidence-based decision-making, and continuous improvement across all academic programs and operations.
Institutional Effectiveness and Innovation
- Serve as the chief architect of institutional effectiveness, leading efforts to evaluate and enhance academic programs, student services, and administrative functions through data-driven insights.
- Implement innovative practices that drive efficiency, improve student outcomes, and position the College as a leader in higher education excellence.
Curriculum Management and Academic Planning
- Oversee curriculum management and scheduling, ensuring that academic offerings meet student needs and are aligned with institutional goals.
- Work closely with academic departments to optimize course schedules, improve operational efficiency, and ensure that academic programs are responsive to the evolving needs of students and the community.
Accreditation and Compliance Leadership
- Serve as the primary liaison for accreditation bodies, ensuring Morton College meets all accreditation requirements while leading continuous improvement efforts based on accreditation feedback.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of accreditation reports and ensure that institutional practices are aligned with regulatory standards.
Grants and Workforce Development Support
- Act as a key partner in supporting grant-related initiatives by ensuring institutional data and strategic planning are aligned with workforce development and grant goals.
- Collaborate across departments to integrate academic planning and grant efforts, securing funding and resources to advance the College’s workforce and community initiatives.
Continuous Improvement and Culture of Excellence
- Champion a culture of excellence and continuous improvement throughout Morton College by implementing best practices and innovative approaches to institutional effectiveness.
- Lead cross-functional teams in the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), fostering a shared commitment to student success and institutional performance.
Other
- Hire, train, mentor, and supervise assigned staff; support in the recruitment, selection, onboarding and on-going development of the Department’s staff.
- Create scheduling and job assignments; manage performance and, complete and communicate performance evaluations; recommend salary, disciplinary, and other personnel actions in accordance with personnel policies and procedures.
- Oversee the financial health of the department, including budgeting, financial planning, and reporting.
- Maintain and update job knowledge by participating in training and educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary Range
$120-130k annually
Salary : $120,000 - $130,000
