Data & Performance Manager

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • Lafayette, LA

1d • $58,300 - $65,600

About The Position

This position is responsible for managing and monitoring the end-to-end enrollment process, overseeing student data management, coordinating testing and assessment, and maintaining systems and processes for operational efficiency. The role also involves tracking key performance indicators, providing reporting and analytics, and supporting program teams. Additionally, the Data & Performance Manager will coordinate cross-functionally, provide training on data systems, support student retention efforts, promote a performance-driven culture, supervise testing staff, and identify trends for continuous improvement. This is an Unclassified - Administrative/Staff (Grant Funded) position with a salary range of $58,300-$65,600.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Education, Workforce Development, Data Analytics, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in data management, enrollment operations, student services, or workforce/continuing education programs
• Experience working with student information systems or CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce or similar)
• Demonstrated experience tracking and managing program performance metrics (enrollment, retention, completion, or similar)
• Experience coordinating testing, assessments, or compliance-related processes (e.g., TABE or similar standardized assessments)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously.
• Valid, unencumbered driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in education, public administration, higher education leadership, or related field.
• Experience working within community college systems and Adult Education grant environments.
• Strong knowledge of strategic enrollment management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the end-to-end enrollment process to ensure adult education students progress from inquiry to enrollment and start in an efficient and structured manner.
• Oversee the accuracy, integrity, and maintenance of student data within Salesforce and other applicable systems.
• Track and manage all TABE pre- and post-testing processes, ensuring proper scheduling, documentation, and alignment with program requirements.
• Maintain consistent procedures for data entry, tracking, and reporting across programs to ensure operational efficiency and reliability.
• Ensure high levels of data accuracy and accountability in all reporting and system management functions. Exercises discretion with sensitive data.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of systems, platforms, and software. Adapts to new tools, programs or software implemented within the college and the department.
• Maintain compliance with state, federal, and grant reporting requirements, including proper documentation of student outcomes and testing. Maintains complete, current and well-organized records.
• Provide timely and reliable data support to program teams, leadership, and stakeholders. Advise leadership on trends and outcomes that may positively or negatively impact the program’s outcomes. Manages workload effectively. Escalates issues with proposed solutions. Communicates professionally to relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and monitor key performance indicators, including measurable skill gains (MSGs), transitions, retention, and completion rates, ensuring alignment with divisional goals.
• Provide clear, actionable performance insights through program data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with the continuing education pathway manager and instructional teams to identify opportunities relevant data sets that illustrate the success and positive impact of the continuing education model.
• Partner with program teams, instructors, and student services to ensure alignment between enrollment, attendance data tracking, and student progression.
• Provide guidance and support to staff on data entry, system usage, and performance tracking expectations.
• Oversee and support retention-related activities by identifying at-risk students and ensuring timely follow-up and intervention.
• Promote a culture of accountability and performance by ensuring visibility into key metrics and outcomes.
• Supervise the enrollment and retention coordinators’ and all testing staff work locations, assignments and activity.
• Identify trends and recommend process improvements to strengthen enrollment, attendance, retention, data collection and completion outcomes.
• Support leadership with accurate and timely data to guide strategic and operational decisions.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level