Director, Institutional Research

Texas A&M University; Laredo (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Laredo, Texas, is seeking a Director of Institutional Research to oversee data analysis and compliance reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and at least ten years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with expertise in data visualization tools such as Power BI and Tableau. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required, preferably in statistics or higher education.
• Ten years of related experience is mandatory.
• Experience in a supervisory role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage institutional research operations.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Prepare reports and executive summaries.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Communication skills

Leadership skills

SQL skills

Project management

Education

Master's degree in data analysis or related field

Doctorate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Tableau

SPSS

SAS

Python

Oracle database

Job description

Job Title

Director, Institutional Research

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Institutional Assessment, Research, & Planning

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Summary

The Director of Institutional Research, under general direction, develops, manages, and coordinates Institutional Research operations. Collaborates with faculty and staff to compile, analyze, and report a wide range of institutional data, which includes institutional characteristics, enrollments, and student achievements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures that information is collected and official reports are produced in a timely manner to maintain compliance with Federal, State, System, and University reporting requirements.
• Oversees the design, development, and maintenance of online databases as well as the composite information system storing archival information for retrieval to enhance reporting.
• Develops technologically driven enhancements for providing internal constituents with access to data and information for decision-making.
• Manages daily activities of the department concerning recruiting and selection, hiring and terminating, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.
• Analyzes University data and prepares reports and executive summaries.
• Administers the budget and oversees the fiscal operations of assigned department.

This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – Master’s degree in a field emphasizing data analysis, research methods, statistics, or higher education from an accredited institution.
• Experience – Ten years of related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or D.A.) in research, statistics, data science, information systems, educational research, higher education administration, or related fields emphasizing data analysis.
• 5+ years related experience including a minimum of 3 years working in a supervisory role or leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience working with Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools.
• Demonstrated experience working with Banner or SIS systems.
• Demonstrated experience developing a data warehouse (Oracle platform).
• Demonstrated experience completing reports to state-level coordinator board.
• Knowledge of IPEDS, THECB reporting, SACSCOC accreditation standards, and data governance principles.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• University processes and procedures.
• Applied statistical methods and packages, as well as survey analyses.

Ability to:

• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Effective leadership and management skills.

Preferred Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of SQL, SPSS, SAS, R, or Python for statistical analysis.

Licensing / Professional Certification

None

Physical Requirements

None. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position generally supervises employees.

Other Requirements

• Evening and weekend work may be required.
• Availability for occasional travel.
• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance of attendance on campus and in the workplace.

Instructions to Applicant

During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you “submit” the application materials. The software does not allow you to “save” your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3-5 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.