Assessment Coordinator (Grant-Funded)

Bowie State University; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowie State University is seeking a Program Assessment and Impact Specialist to coordinate assessment, evaluation, and reporting for all Title III activities. You will design measures of success, collect data, and implement a cyclical assessment calendar in collaboration with the Title III Director and OPAA.

Responsibilities include data collection on student outcomes, program reviews, and coordinating external evaluations to strengthen institutional effectiveness and compliance with federal

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical abilities with experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience in conducting workshops, seminars, and training activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects independently.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance requirements, especially Title III.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate data collection and analysis to support institutional research goals.
• Develop assessment plans and evaluate Title III initiatives.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for program improvement.
• Assist external evaluations and site visits as needed.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate assessment into planning.

Skills

Data analysis

Data collection

Reporting

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Data Analytics, or closely related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Posting

JR102075 Assessment Coordinator (Grant-Funded) (Open)

Department

Title III, PM

Position Type

Regular

Open Date

08-18-2026

Close Date

$65,000 - $75,000

Job Description

Performs a variety of professional and administrative duties in support of the day-to-day operations of a function or program; executes the details of one or more programs with or without oversight from a director or advisor; assists in program planning and development: interprets, monitors, and analyzes information regarding operating policies and procedures: administers budgets; uses independent judgment, and coordinates academic and/or staff personnel matters. Resolves problems that have a significant impact on the overall goals of the department. Excludes nonexempt employees, departmental business officers and positions that can be identified with a specific functional area and code.

PURPOSE

To support the Office of Title III Program Administration through comprehensive assessment, data analysis, program evaluation, and reporting activities that strengthen institutional effectiveness and ensure compliance with federal grant requirements.

Position Overview

The Program Assessment and Impact Specialist is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and analyzing a comprehensive program of assessment, evaluation, and impact measurement for all Title III activities at Bowie State University. This position works closely with the Director of Title III, the Office of Planning, Analysis, and Accountability (OPAA), Activity Directors, and other university stakeholders to collect and analyze data pertaining to performance outcomes that reflect the impact of Title III funds on institutional strengthening. The Specialist designs measures of success, collects supporting data, and implements a cyclical assessment calendar for all program focus areas. This position also monitors programmatic outcomes, works with Activity Directors to ensure objectives are met in compliance with federal law, collaborates with internal and external evaluators, and disseminates findings through written reports, presentations, and publications.

Data Collection and Analysis

• Collect, enter, and analyze data on student success, retention, and graduation rates to support institutional research goals.
• Gather and evaluate data on academic programs, enrollment trends, and institutional effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain databases and data management systems for Title III and institutional research.
• Conduct data entry into the internal budget management system for contractual, travel, and financial documents.
• Design and conduct research studies that support assessment activities across the university.
• Conduct student outcomes assessment surveys and analyze results.
• Produce a data calendar for the unit that explicates when and what kind of data needs to be collected.

Assessment and Evaluation

• Coordinate and oversee Title III assessment efforts in alignment with institutional goals.
• Develop and implement assessment plans, strategies, and procedures for Title III initiatives.
• Conduct program reviews and evaluate the effectiveness of Title III activities.
• Analyze assessment data and produce reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Assist in coordinating and facilitating external evaluations and site visits, including serving as a primary point of contact for external evaluators.
• Prepare materials and documentation required for external evaluations and site visits.
• Implement recommendations and action plans resulting from external evaluations.
• Implement a program assessment calendar of activities to be performed on a cyclical basis for all focus areas.

Strategic Planning and Decision Support

• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to inform institutional decision-making processes.
• Collaborate with departments and committees to align assessment efforts with Title III and university goals.
• Provide insight into initiatives for annual grant year meetings with the Provost.
• Assist in creating infrastructure for departments and schools through Title III initiatives within Bowie State University.
• Facilitate the incorporation of assessment outcomes and results into the institutional planning process.

Grant Management and Reporting

• Assist in coordinating and managing Title III grant activities and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements and federal regulations throughout all phases of program execution.
• Prepare and submit required reports and documentation to the Title III Director, including the Annual APR, Semi-Annual Reports I & II, and Phase II Plans.
• Monitor Title III initiatives and evaluate their impact on student success and institutional effectiveness.
• Provide monitoring and evaluation services for assigned Title III activities.
• Provide technical assistance for assigned Title III activities.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with Activity Directors and Points of Contact (POCs) across the institution to promote a culture of assessment and ensure program impactfulness.
• Communicate assessment results and recommendations to senior leadership, activity directors, POCs, and the Title III team.
• Serve as a liaison between Activity Directors and the Title III Director.
• Represent the institution at conferences, meetings, and professional events related to Title III, assessment, data analytics, and institutional effectiveness.
• Assist in content creation for masterclasses, workshops, training sessions, and the annual retreat for Activity Directors and POCs.
• Assist in expanding the Teams ecosystem by creating new hubs and channels for the Title III community and department.
• Serve on standing and ad hoc committees as assigned.

Professional Development and Training

• Develop and promote indirect and quantitative assessment methodologies, data analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Provide guidance and support to Activity Directors and POCs on assessment practices and strategies.
• Stay current with best practices and trends in assessment and institutional effectiveness.
• Participate in professional development opportunities closely aligned with assessment and/or data analytics.

Policy Development and Implementation

• Participate in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to assessment and institutional effectiveness.
• Assist with program evaluation and reviews in compliance with university and federal standards.
• Ensure initiatives’ compliance with the Department of Education, University System of Maryland, Bowie State University, and the Title III department.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned by the Director.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent analytical abilities with demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Experience in conducting workshops, seminars, and training activities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and independently.
• Proven ability to provide analysis of complex tasks and coordinate the work of others to accomplish institutional objectives.
• Familiarity with assessment data collection definitions, classifications, and methodology.
• Ability to access large-scale administrative data systems to extract and analyze data.
• Knowledge of sampling, survey design, and statistical analysis.
• Ability to deliver assessment reports across multiple presentation modes - oral, written, and technological.
• Ability to complete projects on deadline with accuracy and professional quality.
• Demonstrated success in creative problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to analyze complex budget data and produce summary reports.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software applications.
• Ability to interface effectively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including senior administrators, faculty, students, and federal program officers.
• Knowledge of federal grant compliance requirements, particularly Title III regulations.

Minimum Training & Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Education, Data Analytics, or a closely related field required. Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Experience

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a higher education setting or comparable public service environment, with demonstrated expertise in grant or account management, assessment, evaluation methodology, and institutional effectiveness.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Typical office and professional working conditions. Traversing the campus as needed. Work is performed under the Title III Grant funded contract terms outlined above and is subject to federal grant compliance requirements.

Additional Job Information

Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and