Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting

Denison University

United States, Ohio, Granville

100 West College Street (Show on map)

Feb 19, 2025

Job Posting Information

Position Type	Administrative Staff
Classification Title	Administrative Staff
Position Title	Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting
Position Number	A01141
Pay Grade Level	AD 01
Salary	$85,000-$110,000
Department	Associate Provost Office
Posting Number	S 121301429
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Position End Date
FTE	1.0
Work Schedule	In-person or option 2-3 days/week work-from-home.
Basic Function	The Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making at the institution. This position will oversee data analysis, reporting, and external reporting compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of higher education data, and excellent communication skills.
Essential Job Functions	Data Analysis and Reporting: Oversee the collection, cleaning, and analysis of institutional data from various sources. Conduct in-depth analyses to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Prepare clear and concise reports on research findings, including data visualizations and executive summaries. Provide data-driven insights to inform strategic planning, enrollment management, academic program review, and resource allocation decisions. Manage the day-to-day work of data analysts as assigned. External Reporting: Manage the preparation and submission of required reports to accrediting agencies, government agencies, and other external stakeholders. Stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. Collaborate with other departments to gather and analyze data for external reporting.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in a quantitatively oriented field, such as educational research, statistics, quantitative sociology or a related field. At least four years relevant experience in institutional research in higher ed, with specific experience in external reporting. Qualifications Expertise in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Strong knowledge of database management systems and query languages. Ability to extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources. Knowledge of higher education trends and issues. Familiarity with federal and state reporting requirements, such as IPEDS, CDS, and other relevant surveys. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex data and findings to a diverse audience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in managing complex projects and meeting tight deadlines Denison is not an E-Verify employer and is open to US Citizens and Green Card Holders
Preferred Qualifications	Master's or PhD in higher education, educational research, or a related quantitatively oriented education field. Significant experience in higher ed institutional research and external reporting, with experience in cross-divisional coordination.
Physical Demands	None
Contact(s)	hr@denison.edu
Contact Phone/Extension
Contact Email	hr@denison.edu
Open Date	02/17/2025
Close Date	03/05/2025
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	Completed application materials submitted by March 5, 2025, will receive full consideration. Review of application materials will continue until the position is filled.
Additional Information
Denison University Background Check Statement	The final candidate will undergo a background check as a conditional offer of employment.
Denison University EEO Statement	Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Title IX Notice: Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison's official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice. You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix. Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.