Strategic Director, Institutional Research & Accreditation

Wilberforce University; Wilberforce (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilberforce University seeks a Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Research to lead the University's institutional research, assessment, and accreditation efforts. You will develop evidence-based decision-making and guide continuous improvement across campus.

The role reports to the Chief of Staff and collaborates with senior leaders to manage data governance, strategic planning, and external data submissions.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Educational Research/assessment or related field required.
• Doctorate preferred.
• Experience managing multiple projects and supervising staff.
• Experience in institutional research or strategic planning in higher education.
• Experience using Banner or a similar SIS platform.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States at time of hire.
• Background screening will be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage systems supporting institutional effectiveness, assessment, and accreditation.
• Serve as liaison to the Higher Learning Commission.
• Support accreditation processes for separately accredited programs.
• Assist with assessment plans for external grant proposals and assessment of grants if needed.
• Chair or co-chair institutional committees related to accreditation, assessment, strategic planning, and data governance.

Skills

Project management

Staff supervision

Higher education analytics

Education

Master’s in Educational Research/assessment

Doctorate preferred

Tools

Banner

Job description

Wilberforce University seeks a Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Research to lead the University's institutional research, assessment, and accreditation efforts. You will develop evidence-based decision-making and guide continuous improvement across campus.

The role reports to the Chief of Staff and collaborates with senior leaders to manage data governance, strategic planning, and external data submissions.