Coordinator of Student Affairs Assessment & Planning

East Carolina University; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

East Carolina University invites applications for the Coordinator of Student Affairs Assessment & Planning. This role supports the Division of Student Affairs by coordinating assessment projects, managing data, and driving program review and development efforts.

The position reports to the Associate Director of SAAP and emphasizes collaboration with campus partners to advance student affairs goals and enhance service quality. A strong background in research is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or higher in a related field.
• Strong knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research design, administration, and interpretation.
• Experience with research/assessment software such as SPSS, SAS, R, STATA, Qualtrics, Power BI, etc.

Responsibilities

• Divisional quality enhancement initiatives (lead and coordinate).
• Data management, analysis, and reporting for Student Affairs operations.
• Develop and support assessment and research projects.
• Coordinate unit-level assessment and program review activities.
• Develop training tools and professional development initiatives.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SPSS

SAS

R

STATA

Qualtrics

Power BI

Job description

Posting Dates

Job Open Date: 09/14/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Details

Position: Coordinator of Student Affairs Assessment & Planning

Department: SAH Student Affairs Assessment

FTE: 1.0

Employment: Full Time, Non-Faculty

Salary Range: $49,500-$55,000 (Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications.)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Be a Pirate!

East Carolina University (ECU) is consistently ranked among the nation's top public universities for its commitment to research, innovation, social mobility, and public service. Classified as a R1 institution by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education, ECU is among the top 5% of research universities in the United States, an elite designation reflecting the highest levels of research activity, funding, and doctoral output.

Founded in 1907, ECU is a public, four-year university located in Greenville, N.C., which and is widely regarded as the cultural, educational, economic, and medical hub of eastern North Carolina. Through education, research, healthcare, community engagement, athletics, cultural enrichment, and service, ECU enhances the quality of life for its students, the state and communities around the world. It is a great place to work, teach, and learn.

ECU's commitment to impactful scholarship is further demonstrated through its repeated Carnegie Community Engagement Classification (2010, 2015, 2024), as well as its 2024 designation as a Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose institution. These distinctions recognize the university's leadership in translating research into meaningful community partnerships and measurable societal benefits.

The university supports its workforce through a wide range of professional development opportunities designed to foster career growth and skill advancement. Eligible employees also benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

About the Division of Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for providing various student support, services, and educational programs accessible to the university community. The Division supports Pirate success through environments that enhance student development, engagement, belonging, well-being, and career readiness. The Division strives to be a national leader in developing student experiences that positively transform lives and communities through work that makes students the focal point of our services, policies, and programming; creates a community where all feel safe, included, and welcomed; treats each other with dignity and civility, and recognizes every individual has rights, ideas, and beliefs; maintains open and honest interactions, and delivers high-quality programming, services, and resources through continuous reflection and improvement.

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for facilitating programs, services, and activities in support of the Division of Student Affairs' goals, objectives, and strategies. Reporting to the Associate Director of SAAP and in collaboration with departmental leadership, the Coordinator administers assessment and research projects on Student Affairs' operations, programs, and services; coordinates departmental quality enhancement efforts, provides hands‑on assistance with unit-level assessment, research, and program review activities; and develops training tools, and professional development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Divisional Quality Enhancement Initiatives (20%)
• Data Management, Analysis, and Reporting (35%)
• Development Initiatives (20%)
• Office Functions (10%)
• Performs Other Duties as Assigned (15%)

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• *Minimum of a Master's degree
• *Demonstrated knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research design, administration, and interpretation.
• *Demonstrated experience with research and assessment software such as SPSS, SAS, R, STATA, Qualtrics, Power BI, etc.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• *Master's degree in area related to assessment and measurement, statistics, student affairs, higher education, education research or other research-oriented discipline related to assessment and evaluation, or social science.
• *Strong team-oriented work style, and the ability to work cooperatively with various faculty, staff, and students throughout the campus community.
• *Ability to understand mission alignment and broad planning frameworks, long-term goals, outcomes-based approaches, and key performance measures.
• *Ability to work independently to accomplish assigned goals in a timely manner.
• *Ability to work with detailed information with attention to accuracy.

License or Certification Required

None

Eligibility for Employment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Applicants must reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable, or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed‑upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Non-Discrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at [phone] (Voice/TTY) or [e-mail].

Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at [phone] or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [e-mail]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.