Director of Assessment

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Oregon seeks a Director of Assessment to lead divisional assessment for Student Life, shaping a comprehensive strategy that informs decision-making and demonstrates impact on student wellbeing and career preparation.

The role partners with Institutional Research and other campus offices, oversees budget and assessment systems, and translates findings into actionable insights for leadership and units across the division.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience in assessment or related field in a higher education setting.
• Ability to translate data into useful information for diverse audiences.
• Ability to use data from multiple sources with emphasis on accuracy and integrity.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and organizational, time, and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead divisional assessment efforts and develop a comprehensive assessment strategy.
• Provide guidance and training to departments and support program review processes.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the assessment office including budget oversight and systems management.
• Collaborate with Institutional Research, Data Enablement, and other campus partners to ensure alignment with institutional standards.

Skills

Data translation

Data integrity

Communication skills

Project management

Collaboration

Budget management

Education

Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field

Tools

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Job no: 537018

Work type: Officer of Administration

Location: Eugene, OR

Categories: Education, Executive/Management/Director, Student Life/Services, Data Science

Department Summary

The Division of Student Life creates experiences and environments where all students at the University of Oregon can learn and thrive through self-discovery, growth and connection. This work is grounded the the division’s values of: Community Wellbeing, Integrity, Mindful Action, Courageous Innovation, and Collaboration. Student Life includes four major portfolios, the Office of the Dean of Students, Experiential Learning & Engagement, Health & Well-being, and Division Administration. The Office of The Dean of Students is comprised of the following units: Community & Belonging, Student Conduct & Community Standards, Care and Advocacy Program, and Basic Needs and Off-Campus Community Support. Experiential Learning & Engagement is comprised of the following units: Erb Memorial Union, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Holden Center for Leadership and Community Engagement, and Student Government Engagement and Success. Health & Well-being is comprised of the following units: University Health Center, Physical Education and Recreation, the Outdoor Program, and Club Sports. Division Administration includes: the Office of the Vice President, Parent & Family Programs, Assessment & Research, Major Student Events, Financial Services, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications.

The Office of the Vice President for Student Life provides the vision for an oversight of the Division’s departments, programs and initiatives. The Vice President’s administrative staff provides key administrative, strategic, financial, human resources, assessment, communication and campus-wide student support.

Position Summary

The Director of Assessment position leads and advances divisional assessment efforts in support of Student Life’s programs, services, and strategic priorities. Serving as the division’s primary expert in assessment, the role develops and implements a comprehensive assessment strategy that informs decision‑making, enhances the student experience, and demonstrates the impact of programs on student well‑being, career preparation, and success. The position partners closely with divisional leadership to identify priorities, design and conduct evaluations, develop data tools, and translate findings into actionable insights. It also provides guidance and training to departments, supports program review processes, and helps communicate outcomes in collaboration with strategic communications.

In addition, the position manages the day-to-day operations of the assessment office, including budget oversight, administration of assessment systems and tools, and development of an annual work plan aligned with divisional goals. The role collaborates extensively with campus partners such as Institutional Research, the Office of Data Enablement, and the Office of the Provost, ensuring alignment with institutional standards and best practices. Exercising a high degree of independent judgment, the position influences strategic and operational decisions with division‑wide impact and serves as an active member of the Student Life Leadership Team, contributing to planning, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, education research, educational leadership, social sciences, statistics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years of experience in assessment, program evaluation, institutional research, educational effectiveness, or a related field in a higher education setting.
• Ability to translate data into useful information for a variety of audiences.
• Ability to use and understand data from a variety of sources with an emphasis on data accuracy and integrity.
• Responsible stewardship and judgment with very sensitive, confidential student and university data.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Exceptional organizational, time, and project management skills, including the ability to balance competing priorities from multiple requestors, resolve problems, and determine appropriate action.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with individuals throughout all levels of Student Life and the University at‑large, and from diverse backgrounds and cultures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in higher education, student affairs, education research, educational leadership, social sciences, statistics or related field.
• Proficiency with statistical packages such as R or SRS and data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Experience working with complex relational data sets including manipulating, merging, restructuring and analyzing data.
• Experience preparing reports or other briefing materials for a variety of audiences.

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website.

The University of Oregon is an equal‑opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy‑related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed here .

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Advertised: September 9, 2026 Pacific Daylight Time

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