LOUISIANA COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE SYSTEM
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Executive Director of Institutional Research and Planning
The Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) is now taking applications for the position of Executive Director of Institutional Research and Planning, to be domiciled in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Summary:
This position is the data policy leader for the System with responsibility to establish data policies ensuring integrity, accuracy, and compliance with state and federal requirements. Responsible for the planning, evaluation, research, assessment, planning, and reporting functions necessary to monitor progress in achieving the goals of the System. The Executive Director will build a team capable of creating and sustaining a culture of evidence, a strong foundation for data access and use, and mechanisms for strategic information delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
· Create a strategic vision for data and related systems statewide.
· Represent LCTCS in state and national policy forums and meetings which focus on institutional research, planning, and the utilization of relevant data in policy formulation and decision making.
· Prepare periodic reports for management decision-making.
· In conjunction with the MIS Staff, maintain knowledge of the databases for the LCTCS colleges so as to facilitate the collection, maintenance, and retrieval of the data requisite to the evaluation and analysis of cost studies in major program areas and faculty workloads.
· Represent the LCTCS in advising the Board of Regents staff and others on the best methodologies for collection, cataloging, and utilization of new and existing data resources.
· Collect and analyze market research data to be used for peer analysis, in relation to faculty and administrative salary information, institutional funding levels, and enrollment comparisons.
· Coordinate and assist institutional staff in developing and monitoring the state mandated operational plans at their respective colleges, as well as identifying and monitoring the LCTCS performance objectives in accordance with the Board of Regents reported general performance information.
· Work with institutional and LCTCS staff in the continuous monitoring of core indicators for measuring the attainment of our strategic goals.
· Respond to requests for data by the LCTCS Board, state and external agencies, such as Board of Regents, IPEDS, LaPAS, SREB, etc.
· Provide oversight for development and maintenance of a data warehouse to contain all submissions from LCTCS colleges.
· Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
§ Master’s degree or higher-level degree from an accredited university in a related field (doctorate preferred).
§ Minimum of five years of experience with the analysis of large-scale data and databases.
§ Experience providing oversight for one or more of the following: planning, program evaluation, institutional assessment, data warehousing, reporting, or research.
§ Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data extraction, and data analysis techniques.
§ Knowledge of statistical analysis and modeling software.
§ Strong analytical, quantitative, written, and oral communication skills .
§ Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and statistical analysis applications.
§ Experience in managing multiple projects, problem solving, and working with diverse groups.
§ To work collaboratively as a team member, and to lead teams in achieving outcomes.
§ Ability to work independently in the development of written reports to include conclusions and recommendations based on factual and objective analysis.
§ Understands the missions of the LCTCS colleges.
§ Considerable experience in higher education at the Dean/Director level or higher in a college or system is preferred.
Additional Requirements:
A valid Louisiana Driver’s License
Proof of motor vehicle insurance
In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. LCTCS participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Compensation:
Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. For more information about the Louisiana Community & Technical College System, visit www.lctcs.edu.
Application Instructions:
Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, and the names and contact information of three professional/work-related references to:
Human Resources Specialist
Louisiana Community and Technical College System
265 S. Foster Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Or via email to .
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Executive Director of Institutional Research & Planning 2.20.2015