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Assistant Vice Chancellor, Institutional Research
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201506306181 | Full Time | 8AM - 5PM | - |
Position Information
A leader who is passionate about using data to transform organizations.
Public higher education in the State of California is at a crossroads. The number of qualified students wishing to enroll at the University of California is fast outpacing public funding. To fulfill the University of California's mission to provide quality, affordable, and accessible higher education to all qualified California students will require a fundamental transformation of the University's operating model in the next decade. As the official campus data guru, you'll play a critical role in answering the tough questions that UCR is tackling in its pursuit to be the model 21st century university. You have the creativity, resourcefulness, technical skills and the statistical know-how to dive into the data and understand how we're doing, enabling leadership to make data-driven decisions on how to align our resources to the outcomes that matter most - student success and the creation of knowledge.
We are looking for an individual that can lead their team to synthesize the available data available, identify hidden relationships and correlations, and create a foundation for predictive analytics that will launch our students into a successful future. We are most of all looking for someone that is innovative and never satisfied with the status quo. You possess a high degree of intellectual curiosity, balanced with an insatiable desire to get stuff done.
Demonstrated experience motivating and driving cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional work is a huge bonus.
This position reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Planning and Budget and will be an integral part of the University's strategic planning leadership.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact:
Maria Anguiano
Vice Chancellor of Planning & Budget
UC Riverside
maria.anguiano@ucr.edu
951-827-7310
Interested candidates who wish to be considered for this position may apply on-line.
Public higher education in the State of California is at a crossroads. The number of qualified students wishing to enroll at the University of California is fast outpacing public funding. To fulfill the University of California's mission to provide quality, affordable, and accessible higher education to all qualified California students will require a fundamental transformation of the University's operating model in the next decade. As the official campus data guru, you'll play a critical role in answering the tough questions that UCR is tackling in its pursuit to be the model 21st century university. You have the creativity, resourcefulness, technical skills and the statistical know-how to dive into the data and understand how we're doing, enabling leadership to make data-driven decisions on how to align our resources to the outcomes that matter most - student success and the creation of knowledge.
We are looking for an individual that can lead their team to synthesize the available data available, identify hidden relationships and correlations, and create a foundation for predictive analytics that will launch our students into a successful future. We are most of all looking for someone that is innovative and never satisfied with the status quo. You possess a high degree of intellectual curiosity, balanced with an insatiable desire to get stuff done.
Demonstrated experience motivating and driving cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional work is a huge bonus.
This position reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Planning and Budget and will be an integral part of the University's strategic planning leadership.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please contact:
Maria Anguiano
Vice Chancellor of Planning & Budget
UC Riverside
maria.anguiano@ucr.edu
951-827-7310
Interested candidates who wish to be considered for this position may apply on-line.
Minimum Requirements
Education equivalent to an advanced degree in statistics, mathematics, business or social science with a quantitative concentration, and at least five years of demonstrated experience in the field of institutional planning/research;
Superior oral presentation skills in support of decision-making processes, and excellent writing skills (e.g., position papers) so that the AVC becomes a recognized expert and reliable source of data and advice for campus leaders making decisions in a fast-paced environment;
Demonstrated leadership in coordinating, facilitating, and conducting meetings for the purpose of resolving differences and working towards institutional goals, demonstrated skills in leading cooperative ventures with various administrative units to the benefit of institutional research across the campus, skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely and accurate manner, and demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with various constituencies within the UC system and to work cooperatively in a complex environment;
Demonstrated excellence in the identification of academic planning issues and execution of timely, accurate, and relevant research in support of academic and administrative decision-making (e.g., course demand analysis; faculty workload policy, enrollment forecasting);
Understanding of advanced statistical methods, such as multiple regression, logistic regression, ANOVA, time-series analysis, causal program evaluation methods, and survey analysis;
Understanding of data as demonstrated within a major statistical package (e.g., STATA, SAS, or SPSS);
Expertise with Windows-based software packages, including spreadsheet (Excel), word processing (Word), and presentation (PowerPoint) applications;
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team and demonstrated skills in staff management and development;
Hired applicant must be able to pass a background check through the Department of Justice.
Superior oral presentation skills in support of decision-making processes, and excellent writing skills (e.g., position papers) so that the AVC becomes a recognized expert and reliable source of data and advice for campus leaders making decisions in a fast-paced environment;
Demonstrated leadership in coordinating, facilitating, and conducting meetings for the purpose of resolving differences and working towards institutional goals, demonstrated skills in leading cooperative ventures with various administrative units to the benefit of institutional research across the campus, skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely and accurate manner, and demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with various constituencies within the UC system and to work cooperatively in a complex environment;
Demonstrated excellence in the identification of academic planning issues and execution of timely, accurate, and relevant research in support of academic and administrative decision-making (e.g., course demand analysis; faculty workload policy, enrollment forecasting);
Understanding of advanced statistical methods, such as multiple regression, logistic regression, ANOVA, time-series analysis, causal program evaluation methods, and survey analysis;
Understanding of data as demonstrated within a major statistical package (e.g., STATA, SAS, or SPSS);
Expertise with Windows-based software packages, including spreadsheet (Excel), word processing (Word), and presentation (PowerPoint) applications;
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team and demonstrated skills in staff management and development;
Hired applicant must be able to pass a background check through the Department of Justice.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of national, institutional, and local standards and practices surrounding the definitions of various IR constructs such as graduation rates, instructional workload, time-to-degree, cohort definitions, race/ethnicity, FTE, and many others. Ability to adapt and respond to new data reporting requirements based on emerging needs (e.g. data for strategic planning implementation), including ad hoc requests suitable to the needs of various stakeholders;
Demonstrated success completing numerous rankings and other critical externally managed surveys (e.g., IPEDS, US News, and NCAA Graduation Success Rate);
Appreciation of UC's system of shared governance; anticipates critical needs so that data transparency serves as a key tool in the maintenance of effective working relationships between the administration and the faculty;
Experience extracting data from student information systems;
Working knowledge of University administrative policies and procedures.
Demonstrated success completing numerous rankings and other critical externally managed surveys (e.g., IPEDS, US News, and NCAA Graduation Success Rate);
Appreciation of UC's system of shared governance; anticipates critical needs so that data transparency serves as a key tool in the maintenance of effective working relationships between the administration and the faculty;
Experience extracting data from student information systems;
Working knowledge of University administrative policies and procedures.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history and culture. UCR gives every student the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
At UC Riverside we celebrate diversity and are proud of our #12 ranking among the nation for most diverse universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014). Become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life.
UCR is ranked 55th among top public universities (US News and World Report 2013-2014).
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview