Learning Assessment Assistant, Career and General Education (FT, Grant Funded), CFRN23515AA

College of DuPage; Glen Ellyn (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of DuPage seeks a Learning Assessment Assistant to support Career and Technical Education (CTE) and General Education (GE) programs. The role handles data collection, system troubleshooting, and training for faculty on assessment tools.

This full-time grant-funded position collaborates across departments to ensure accurate documentation, alignment with accreditation standards, and timely reporting of learning outcomes and assessments.

Qualifications

• Two years of office experience required.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional level department support in data collection for career and technical education and general education courses.
• Create and update annual data collections and troubleshoot assessment systems.
• Monitor assessment systems (HelioCampus/Blackboard) and liaise with vendors for improvements.
• Maintain learning assessment documentation and data extraction from the LMS.
• Maintain college-facing MS Teams sites for accuracy.
• Design and develop training modules and train faculty in Assessment Management Systems.
• Coordinate with Curriculum to align with changes in curriculum and accreditation.
• Track and report learning assessment and accreditation activities.

Skills

Office experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate-level degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Learning Assessment Assistant, Career and General Education (FT, Grant Funded), CFRN23515AA

The College of DuPage is a comprehensive community college located 27 miles west of downtown Chicago, vitally connected to our local area for over 50 years. We prepare students for a lifelong passion for learning on our 273-acre campus which is home to nine associate degrees and a wide variety of professional and technical certificates. Many of these credentials prepare students to seamlessly articulate into the baccalaureate programs of our higher education partner institutions.

College of DuPage is committed to student success and values an inclusive and welcoming community environment. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. Our connection to the larger metropolitan area is essential to our success and provides a wealth of diverse cultural and recreational opportunities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides student learning assessment support and operational assistance for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and General Education (GE) courses and programs.

• Provide professional level department support in the collection of career and technical education and college-wide learning data in support of learning assessment activities at the course, program, and institutional levels.
• Create and update annual data collections, prepare large and small assessment activities and projects, and troubleshoot technical issues with assessment management systems.
• Monitor the College's Assessment Management Systems, including but not limited to HelioCampus and/or Blackboard, and serve as initial contact with the Assessment Management System vendors to address any technical issues or possible improvements.
• Maintain the learning assessment documentation, including data extraction from the College's Learning Management System.
• Maintain college-facing MS Team sites for accuracy and currency.
• Provide support in designing and developing training modules, sessions, and materials to train faculty in the use of the College's Assessment Management Systems, and serves as the primary point of contact for Faculty and Staff seeking assistance with the Assessment Management Systems.
• Communicate with the Curriculum department to stay informed on learning objective and program outcome changes. Update College's Assessment Management Systems to ensure assessment activities and projects align with changes in curriculum and accreditation.
• Maintain the monitoring and tracking of learning assessment and accreditation activities and reporting requirements.
• Maintain a tracking system for learning assessment to ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Assist with other assessment and accreditation projects; including creating and collecting materials for In-Service, Kickoff and other large assessment events as well as faculty development activities. Assist with post-event evaluation, data collection and processing.
• Provide support in organizing and planning assessment-related events and activities.
• Collaborate with the Program Review Team to support and maintain the annual program update form.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education
  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience
  • Two (2) years office work experience required.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, computational, and interpersonal skills required.
  • Strong computer experience and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint applications required.
  • Three to five (3-5) years office work experience in a community college or other educational environment preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Pleasant office environment with computer, printer, multi-line telephone, copier, audio visual equipment, fax machine and scanner.
• Fast-paced setting, diversified, multiple/simultaneous demands, working with many units of the college and with external organizations.
• Responsible for confidential materials and records.
• The student population at the College is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background.
• College of DuPage is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the College.
• This position does not require pre-employment testing.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Hiring Range:

7 Hourly Starting salary beginning at $21.70/hr., based on education and experience.

If you require assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please notify Human Resources by [e-mail] or [phone]

Competitive starting pay is dependent on education and experience. College of DuPage also offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision effective the first day of employment, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment.

College of DuPage is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

College of DuPage does not discriminate against individuals in employment opportunities, programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veterans' status, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, or on any other basis protected by law.