[OK-AIR] Assistant Director of Assessment - Competency Based Assessment

Tue Apr 24 09:52:09 CDT 2018

All,
We are so excited to be adding a position in competency-based assessment to UHD's Office of Institutional Effectiveness.  The person selected for this position will work with our first competency-based education program and assist in documenting learning as well as the quality and rigor of the program.

If you or someone you know seeks a position at an exciting, innovative university which encourages creativity and where amazing students, staff, and faculty are the norm,  I encourage you to apply.

Job description is below.  Please feel free to email me if you have any questions.
Best,
Lea

Job Description
Assistant Director, Competency Based Assessment - (STA002654)  Department Name:D0005 Institutional Effectiveness
Description

The Assistant Director, Competency Based Assessment is responsible for the on-going assessment of a competency-based undergraduate program. This includes supporting the development/revision of for-credit competency-based curriculum, assessment of curriculum and program assessment and improvement of student learning, curriculum, and program effectiveness.

DUTIES

  1.  Supports development and implementation of competency-based undergraduate degree
  2.  Conducts validity and reliability analysis of pre-post testing and curriculum effectiveness
  3.  Assists faculty in developing and updating valid and reliable pre-post tests
  4.  Ensures alignment between curriculum and pre/post tests
  5.  Assists faculty in developing analytical rubrics to evaluate student competency
  6.  Conducts statistical analysis to determine validity and reliability of pre-and post-tests
  7.  Assists faculty in identifying program-level learning and effectiveness outcomes, data collection, and conduct rigorous program assessment to ensure curriculum effectiveness
  8.  Develops reports documenting program assessment and improvement
  9.  Develops and delivers on-going professional development for faculty related to the development, management and implementation of competency-based curriculum and related technology

10.  Manages program assessment and coordinates efforts in partnership with faculty, staff and community college partners to improve student learning and program effectiveness within the degree

  1.  Develops and delivers on-going professional development for faculty related to the development, management and implementation of effective assessment and related technology
  2.  Develops reports documenting program assessment and improvement

MARGINAL DUTIES

  1.  Performs other duties as assigned
  2.  This is temporary grant funded position

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: N/A
Delegation of Work: N/A
Supervision Given: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge:

  1.  Knowledge of competency-based curriculum development and teaching and learning
  2.  Knowledge program assessment and strategies for improving learning
  3.  Knowledge of grant and project management
  4.  Proficiency in the use of assessment tracking and data analysis tools, statistical databases and MS Office suite of applications
  5.  Knowledge of rubric and survey development, basic statistics and methodologies used in the analysis of qualitative data is an asset
Skills:

  1.  Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Abilities:

  1.  Ability to conduct of pre- and post-test validity and reliability testing
  2.  Ability to collaborate with others
  3.  Ability to supervise multiple projects
  4.  Ability to help prioritize projects, conduct training and facilitate curriculum development and strategies to improve student learning and program effectiveness
  5.  Ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Primary Work Location: Works in an office environment

Physical Demands:Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements. Position is physically comfortable; individual has discretion about sitting (75%) walking (<10%), standing (25%), etc.
Occasional lifting, pushing, climbing, and pulling (<10 lbs) may be required
Work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks

EEO/AA

Qualifications

Required Education:
ABD in Educational Psychology or Statistics with background in curriculum development and assessment or in Higher Education Leadership or Curriculum Design with background in measurement and statistics.
Required Experience:
Minimum of three (3) years in program assessment

Minimum of three (3) years in instruction in higher education

License/Certification: None Required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of three (3) years in project management
Experience in business or business education
Six Sigma Certification
DACUM facilitation
Experience developing competency-based curriculum
Experience at the community college level
Ph.D. or EdD in Educational Psychology or Statistics with background in curriculum development or in Higher Education Leadership or Curriculum Design with background in measurement and statistics

About University of Houston Downtown

The University of Houston-Downtown is a comprehensive four-year university offering bachelor's and selected master's degree programs and providing strong academic and career preparation as well as life-long learning opportunities. Located in the heart of the city, the University reflects the diversity of the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area, and, through its academic programs, engages with the community to address the needs and advance the development of the region. UHD is an inclusive community dedicated to integrating teaching, service, and scholarly research to develop students' talents and prepare them for success in a dynamic global society. UHD draws students from throughout the Greater Houston area. UHD is considered one of the most ethnically diverse liberal arts institutions in the southwest, a distinction that indicates the student body accurately reflects the Houston community's wealth of cultures, languages, and nationalities. The University offers all students a specially tailored opportunity for quality higher education, as well as small classes.  UHD employs over 1,100 faculty and staff.

Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in mission and service, and now offers baccalaureate degrees in 43 areas and eight master's degree programs. Over 14,000 students attend classes in five colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business; Humanities and Social Sciences; Public Service; Sciences and Technology; and University College. UHD boasts over 44,000 alumni and is noted nationally as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Minority-Serving Institution.  As one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, UHD offers educational opportunities and access to students from a variety of backgrounds, including many first-generation college students, students who work full- or part-time, students with additional  family obligations, and students who transfer from community colleges and other higher education institutions. The University of Houston System<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.uhsystem.edu_&d=DwMFAg&c=qKdtBuuu6dQK9MsRUVJ2DPXW6oayO8fu4TfEHS8sGNk&r=CFgays31A8mdrUibhnuoPw&m=1oBX3ln5FciVpEX5ip0XiAtosjaI4jlH4fh_Twiqt_0&s=P7gGhkUPTcnuXqzqA2fBljwgXXuI_It-jM8UWBcyP8E&e=> is a public system of higher education that includes three other universities in addition to UHD-the University of Houston<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__uh.edu_&d=DwMFAg&c=qKdtBuuu6dQK9MsRUVJ2DPXW6oayO8fu4TfEHS8sGNk&r=CFgays31A8mdrUibhnuoPw&m=1oBX3ln5FciVpEX5ip0XiAtosjaI4jlH4fh_Twiqt_0&s=NBpuzzE9aXtC8tRUPtsKi8rLc0IE7olXGt3tO0AcAC0&e=>, UH-Clear Lake<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.uhcl.edu_&d=DwMFAg&c=qKdtBuuu6dQK9MsRUVJ2DPXW6oayO8fu4TfEHS8sGNk&r=CFgays31A8mdrUibhnuoPw&m=1oBX3ln5FciVpEX5ip0XiAtosjaI4jlH4fh_Twiqt_0&s=S37Htfpc9Z1MSblzyMG9Vt9TUWWpk83FLkSpTrkxS9w&e=>, and UH-Victoria<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__uhv.edu_&d=DwMFAg&c=qKdtBuuu6dQK9MsRUVJ2DPXW6oayO8fu4TfEHS8sGNk&r=CFgays31A8mdrUibhnuoPw&m=1oBX3ln5FciVpEX5ip0XiAtosjaI4jlH4fh_Twiqt_0&s=6p3f2TMbvN7wdumdjqMEXFz6XcUU3_zCUOjeyxm8sxU&e=>.

Required Attachments by Candidate: Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Schedule
: Full-time
Employee Status
: Temporary
Job Posting
: Apr 23, 2018, 12:35:21 PM
Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External
: Ongoing

Lea Campbell, PhD
Director, Institutional Assessment, Office of Institutional Effectiveness
University of Houston-Downtown
One Main Street, Suite S629
Houston, TX 77002
Phone: 713-226-5548
campbellc at uhd.edu
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