Project Analyst Curriculum and Student Learning

Metropolitan Community College•Administrative Center, MO

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About The Position

The Project Analyst Curriculum and Student Learning supports Academic Affairs through the administration and continuous improvement of academic systems and processes related to curriculum, assessment, program review, and institutional accreditation. The role collects, validates, analyzes, interprets, and reports data; supports system implementation and user training; and collaborates across departments to improve data quality, operational efficiency, and informed decision-making. The position also serves as a subject matter expert on related MDHEWD and HLC requirements and keeps the Executive Director of Curriculum and Student Learning apprised of relevant data and information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, higher education, business, data analytics, social sciences, information systems, public administration, or a closely related field.
Two years of progressively responsible experience involving data analysis, institutional research, assessment, curriculum, accreditation/compliance, or comparable analytical work.
Knowledge of data analysis, validation, and interpretation; modern office procedures, methods, and equipment; and applicable federal, state, and college laws, policies, standards, and regulations.
Knowledge of student learning assessment, program review, process improvement, data quality, data governance, validation, reporting, research methods, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, academic information systems, and database principles.
Knowledge of system implementation, functional testing, and workflow configuration.
Skill in collecting, validating, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data; identifying trends, inconsistencies, and data quality issues; and developing reports, documentation, and decision-support materials.
Skill in training and supporting system users, managing multiple projects and deadlines, testing system functionality, validating data transfers, documenting and troubleshooting system issues, and developing user guides, training materials, and process documentation.
Ability to translate academic and operational needs into clear system and reporting requirements; exercise independent professional judgment; and synthesize complex information into concise findings and recommendations.
Ability to interpret and apply institutional policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, staff, Information Technology, Institutional Research, and external agencies.
Ability to maintain accuracy, confidentiality, and appropriate documentation; work independently; and recognize when issues require consultation or escalation.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience in higher education.
Experience with assessment, curriculum, program review, or accreditation.
Experience administering enterprise academic systems.
Proficiency with data visualization or reporting tools.
Experience interpreting regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop, administer, and continuously improve systems, data structures, and workflows supporting assessment, program review, and curriculum; configure systems within assigned permissions.
Support academic system implementation and updates by coordinating and performing functional testing, validating imported and exported data, documenting issues, and verifying system functionality and data integrity.
Analyze departmental processes and recommend and implement improvements in coordination with appropriate personnel.
Collect, validate, analyze, interpret, and review data for federal, state, and institutional reporting; submit data and reports to appropriate personnel, departments, and agencies.
Respond to internal and external data requests by identifying data sources, validating results, synthesizing findings, and communicating implications to stakeholders.
Maintain and validate academic and assessment data and records to ensure accuracy, integrity, consistency, and compliance.
Develop and maintain tracking systems, reporting calendars, process documentation, and workflows for assessment, program review, curriculum, and accreditation-related activity; identify gaps, deadlines, risks, and trends.
Prepare, review, and maintain analytical reports, correspondence, records, forms, and other departmental documentation, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable standards, policies, and procedures.
Support the development, quality assurance, and regulatory review of the Academic Catalog and Assessment and Curriculum Handbook, including validation of curriculum and policy information.
Serve as a cross-functional liaison with Academic Affairs, Institutional Research, IT, the Registrar, faculty, and external agencies to clarify academic data and system requirements, support data governance and system integration, troubleshoot issues, and facilitate reporting, research, and process improvement.
Develop and maintain user guides and training materials; provide end-user training and functional support for academic systems.
Troubleshoot system issues and coordinate resolution with IT and vendors as appropriate.
Maintain departmental website content and other online resources.
Perform other duties as assigned.