Assistant Director, Institutional Research

Title : Assistant Director, Institutional Research

Agency : Virginia Peninsula Community College

Location : Hampton - 650

FLSA : Exempt

Hiring Range : $78,000-88,000

Full Time or Part Time : Full Time

Job Description :

Virginia Peninsula Community College changes lives and transforms our community through diverse, inclusive, and equitable education and workforce training, excellent support and services, and innovative partnerships.

This position has been reposted. Applicants who have previously applied do not need to reapply.

The Assistant Director of Institutional Research serves a pivotal role in advancing institutional effectiveness as the lead analyst, subject matter expert, and a strategic partner to the Director. The Assistant Director is responsible for leading complex research projects, overseeing data governance, and providing timely, accurate, and actionable data and insights to inform institutional decision-making and planning, satisfy external reporting requirements, and support institutional effectiveness and equitable student outcomes. The Assistant Director supervises the Research Analyst(s), and supports the Director, as needed.

Duties include :

• Team Leadership and Mentorship- Supervise and mentor the Research Analyst(s), providing guidance on projects, conducting quality assurance reviews, and fostering their professional development.
• Data Management and Governance- Lead the College’s institutional research activities, including the development and maintenance of datasets, models, and data integrity checks. Support institutional data governance and ensure data quality.
• Research, Analytics, and Reporting- Lead the design and execution of complex data analyses, including strategic research projects, external reporting (i.e., IPEDS), and ad-hoc data requests.
• Data Visualization and Communication- Oversee the development of interactive dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for diverse audiences. Present information and collaborate across the institution to enhance data literacy.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including serving on college committees.

Minimum Qualifications :

Knowledge

Skills

Ability to