Evaluation and Analytics Specialist

Rochester Institute of Technology•Rochester, NY

19h•$65,900 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Evaluation and Analytics Specialist advances data-informed decision-making, strategic planning, and continuous improvement across the Division of Student Affairs. Reporting to the Director of Data, Analytics and Planning, the specialist leads the Student Affairs Unit-Level Data Strategy Program, partnering with departments to develop data-use plans, assess outcomes, and use analytics to enhance student services and organizational effectiveness. The specialist designs and leads assessment, evaluation, and analytics projects from concept through reporting. The work includes collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and visualizing data; developing tools and processes to measure effectiveness and demonstrate impact; and translating findings into actionable insights. The position organizes and analyzes data using tools including Excel, SPSS, and Tableau, and creates dashboards, summary reports, and presentations. The role provides consultation, leadership, training, and support to Student Affairs Assessment Coordinators and other departmental stakeholders, building organizational capacity for evaluation, data literacy, and effective data use. Evaluation and analytics activities are aligned with divisional priorities, university requirements, and higher education best practices. Regular on-campus presence is required. The role is eligible for a hybrid arrangement, with schedules established each semester in partnership with department leadership; fully on-campus work is also an option. The position may be filled at Level II or Level III based on the selected candidate’s education, skills, and experience.

Requirements

Master's degree in a related field.
At least one year of relevant professional experience for Level II, or five years of relevant professional experience for Level III; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Knowledge of data mining, analysis, and modeling.
Knowledge of statistical analysis software.
Skill in developing and determining analytical, assessment, and data methods.
Skill in communicating findings and insights to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to establish and build productive working relationships.
Ability to manage and maintain confidential and private information.
Eligibility to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading assessment, evaluation, or data-informed improvement initiatives in higher education.
Experience designing and implementing complex assessment or evaluation methodologies.
Experience presenting findings and recommendations through reports, data visualizations, and presentations.
Experience facilitating training, coaching, mentoring, or consultation with colleagues and campus partners.
Three to six years of related experience.

Responsibilities

Lead the Student Affairs Unit-Level Data Strategy Program and partner with departments to develop data-use plans, assess outcomes, and leverage analytics.
Design and lead assessment, evaluation, and analytics projects from concept through reporting.
Collect, analyze, interpret, and visualize data for a variety of business purposes and audiences.
Assess project performance by building and administering surveys using third-party vendors, facilitating focus groups, and conducting interviews.
Develop tools and processes to measure effectiveness and demonstrate impact.
Represent data visually, develop dashboards, and create summary reports.
Consult with staff to develop appropriate outcomes and methodologies for project assessments.
Provide documentation and training to expand organizational capacity for data use.
Provide leadership, consultation, training, and support to Student Affairs Assessment Coordinators and departmental stakeholders.
Present findings and recommendations to audiences as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.