Assistant Director of Assessment and Analytics

Binghamton University•Binghamton, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Director of Assessment and Analytics will play a pivotal role in the university's upcoming Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) self-study, partnering with stakeholders to gather evidence, analyze data, and prepare documentation that supports reaffirmation of accreditation. The Assistant Director also strengthens institutional effectiveness by guiding comprehensive initiatives in student learning assessment, operational and administrative unit evaluation, institutional surveys, and advanced data analytics. Reporting to the Associate Provost for Assessment and Analytics, this position oversees campus-wide survey administration through Qualtrics, co-administers the Watermark Course Evaluation and Survey (CES) system, and leverages sophisticated statistical tools?including SAS and SPSS?along with AI-driven techniques to deliver actionable insights that inform decision-making and foster continuous improvement.

Requirements

Master's degree in higher education, data analytics, educational research, statistics, or a related field
Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes and/or operational unit assessment
Proficiency in survey platforms
Demonstrated ability to conduct data analysis using SAS and SPSS
Familiarity with AI applications in higher education assessment and analytics
Effective written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights

Nice To Haves

Experience with Qualtrics
Experience with course evaluation software (e.g., Watermark)
Knowledge of accreditation processes and standards in higher education, including familiarity with MSCHE expectations
Experience developing data dashboards or visualizations
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

Support academic and administrative units in developing measurable learning/operational outcomes and assessment plans.
Provide consultation, resources, and training on assessment methods, data collection, and reporting.
Compile and analyze assessment results using advanced statistical and analytical methods.
Ensure assessment activities align with accreditation requirements and institutional standards.
Assist with managing the design, implementation, and reporting of institution-wide surveys using Qualtrics.
Apply advanced analytics, including SAS, SPSS, and AI-driven tools, to analyze survey and assessment data.
Develop dashboards, visualizations, and predictive models to support evidence-based planning.
Prepare clear, actionable reports and presentations tailored for faculty, staff, leadership, and external audiences.
Ensure compliance with ethical standards and data governance policies.
Serve as the co-administrator of the Watermark course evaluation and survey (CES) system.
Coordinate with academic departments to ensure timely setup, deployment, and reporting of course evaluations.
Provide training and support for faculty and staff on Watermark functionality.
Integrate course evaluation results with institutional data for deeper analysis and instructional improvement.
Collaborate with the Associate Provost and campus-wide self-study steering committee to plan and implement all phases of the MSCHE self-study process.
Lead or support data collection, analysis, and documentation to demonstrate compliance with Middle States standards and requirements of affiliation.
Prepare and maintain evidence inventories, data tables, and analytic summaries for use in the self-study report and team visit.
Provide training and consultation to working groups on assessment evidence and data interpretation.
Assist in drafting or reviewing sections of the self-study report, ensuring accuracy and consistency of data and analysis.
Partner with other departments to integrate assessment, survey, and evaluation data into institutional analytics.
Lead workshops and training on assessment, survey methods, and the use of data analytics and AI in higher education.
Contribute to special projects, accreditation reports, and institutional planning initiatives.