Part-Time Assessment Operations and Reporting Assistant - College of Education

Grand Canyon University Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University in Phoenix is seeking an Assessment Operations and Reporting Assistant to provide high-level administrative and data management support to the COE Assessment Team. This part‑time role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and collaboration with the Education College.

You will organize records, audit data, use Excel and Adobe Acrobat for document reviews, and assist with meetings and surveys.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business or Education background preferred).
• Experience creating surveys and analyzing survey data.
• Strong data-driven mindset and ability to use data to solve problems.
• Experience handling a wide range of administrative responsibilities.
• Higher education experience is a plus.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and office support to ensure smooth departmental operations.
• Maintain and prioritize the Assessment Team’s agenda, tasks, and follow-ups.
• Organize and maintain electronic records, ensuring data accuracy and FERPA compliance.
• Review and process key approval documents using Adobe Acrobat.
• Compile, clean, and audit data for reporting purposes.
• Conduct audits and perform data entry related to assessment cycle processes.
• Collaborate with student workers across College of Education departments.
• Assist with online meetings, video conferencing, and other digital communication tools.

Skills

Data analysis

MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot)

Auditing data

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning. Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is an institutionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University. For over 70 years, GCU has proudly maintained its rich heritage as a teachers’ college, both on campus and online. Our College of Education continues to prepare educators, school administrators and policymakers who strive to deliver quality education and help enrich lives across a variety of academic and community settings. While GCU's College of Education (COE) is committed to nurturing your development as an educator, our dedication to your education extends beyond the classroom. We teach the spirit of servant leadership, innovation and global contribution into each program through One Foundation, our Christian Worldview.

Job Summary

The Assessment Operations and Reporting Assistant provides high-level administrative and data management support to the COE Assessment Team. This part‑time role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of public school systems, teacher certifications, practicums and survey tools. It is required to have proficiency with data, MS Excel functions and auditing. You must have the ability to work independently under general direction of a cooperative team.

Location & Schedule

Location: Main Campus, hybrid office schedule.

Schedule: 29 hours per week, hybrid schedule - in office 1 day per week or as needed for events and meetings.

Compensation

$18 per hour.

What You Will Do

• Provide administrative and office support to ensure smooth departmental operations.
• Maintain and prioritize the Assessment Team’s agenda, tasks, and follow‑ups.
• Organize and maintain electronic records, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with FERPA regulations.
• Review and process key approval documents using Adobe Acrobat.
• Compile, clean, and audit data for reporting purposes.
• Conduct audits and perform data entry related to assessment cycle processes.
• Collaborate with student workers across various College of Education departments.
• Assist with online meetings, video conferencing, and other digital communication tools.

What You Will Have

• Strong communication skills with proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Ability to comprehend and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.
• Quick adaptability to new systems and technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business or Education background preferred, such as Business Analytics, teaching degree programs, or related fields).
• Experience creating surveys and analyzing survey data.
• Strong data-driven mindset with the ability to use data to solve problems.
• Experience handling a wide range of administrative responsibilities.
• Experience in higher education is a plus.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered upon supervisor approval.
• Must successfully pass a background check.

Diversity & Inclusion

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

#INDLOPESUP GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.