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[Billen, Isabelle]

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Director of Student Performance Data
Position Details
Position Information

Position Title

Director of Student Performance Data

Position Number

100325

FTE

1.0

FLSA

Exempt

Pay Rate

$75,000 - $80,000 annually, plus benefits

Position Type

Full-Time

Posting Detail

Posting Number

110

Essential Function

The Director of Student Performance Data will be tasked with the research, analysis, development and communication of Oklahoma's student performance data information for the Oklahoma State Higher Education System and its partners. The Director will analyze data to identify trends, evaluate them and provide insight that educates and aids in decision making. The Director will assist the vice-chancellor for strategic planning and analysis and workforce and economic development in advocating for the use and communication of data and should display inquisitiveness and a proactive approach to providing information. Work with the State Regents' Unitized Data System (UDS) and the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

Responsibilities and Duties

* Provide useful and accurate data for last minute legislative requests.
* Review raw data, verify it for accuracy, provide analyses, and write reports that include summary tables, graphs, and charts. This includes such areas as IPEDS, performance budgeting, and financial aid.
* Reply to institution-level requests (queries and problems) related to student performance data.
* Work closely with end users to provide support for all aspects of report development.
* Create new applications and maintain existing ones for data retrieval.
* Define specifications, recommendations, business rules, and plans for research projects.
* Develop and implement information systems standards in coordination with the vice-chancellor.
* Provide support to other infrastructure project work as required.
* Track metrics and publish related reports on a regular basis.
* Develop and report data analytics in conjunction with OU K20 Center.
* Maintain professional proficiency by attending seminars and workshops.
* Represent OSRHE and present to state and national institutional research organizations, policy conferences and student information technology forums as assigned by the vice-chancellor.
* Support training and use of tools that provide student performance data information.
* Create and communicate regular topic updates to institutions and external partners.
* Serve as team member for business continuity and disaster recovery.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in computer science, management information systems, or related field, and three (3) years of experience in software development OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough understanding of database principles and design, and of all phases of the report development life cycle including analysis, design, creation, testing, documentation, and implementation. Experience in developing and maintaining programs using such tools as SAS, SPSS, SQL, UNIX. Strong analysis and troubleshooting skills. Ability to work successfully in a team environment. Must be a self-starter and able to work independently when required.
Clear focus and commitment to a high level of customer service. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree preferred. Knowledge of Oklahoma higher education system is desired. Proficiency with query, spreadsheet, and word processing applications a plus.

Supervision

The employee performs work under the supervision of the Vice Chancellor of Strategic Planning and Analysis and Workforce and Economic Development.

Work Hours

Agency offices are open to the public from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Monday through Friday. These are the normal office hours for Agency employees.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time. Exhibit manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to operate a computer, keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Ability to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels, with or without aids. Ability to communicate clearly. Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds, to bend, stoop, climb stairs, walk and reach. Must use the proper manual handling equipment including but not limited to dollies, carts and lift team members. Duties are normally performed in an office environment with a moderate noise level.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Date

01/15/2019

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1.  * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
     *   Public Job Posting
     *   Internal Job Posting
     *   Agency Referral
     *   Advertisement/Publication
     *   Personal Referral
     *   Indeed.com
     *   Other Website
     *   Other
  2.  * Describe any previous experience you have working in institutional research in higher education.
(Open Ended Question)

  1.  * Rank your knowledge/experience compiling statistical data and preparing reports
     *   None
     *   Beginner
     *   Intermediate
     *   Advanced
  2.  * Rank your experience with SQL
     *   None
     *   Basic - basic understanding/knowledge with ability to handle routine taskes with some guidance
     *   Proficient - detailed knowledge with ability to handle non-routine applications with minimal guidance
     *   Advanced - highly developed knowledge/understanding with ability to work independently with little or no guidance
     *   Expert - specialist level knowledge/understanding with ability to create new applications/processes to address strategic needs related to broader organizational issues
  3.  * Rank your experience with Business Intelligence Tools (Crystal Reports, Tableau, Power BI, etc.)
     *   None
     *   Basic - basic understanding/knowledge to handle routine tasks with some guidance
     *   Proficient - detailed knowledge with ability to handle non-routine applications with minimal guidance
     *   Advanced - highly developed knowledge/understanding with ability to work independently with little or no guidance
     *   Expert - specialized level knowledge/understanding with ability to create new applications/processes to address strategic needs related to broader organizational issues
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

  1.  Resume/CV
  2.  Cover Letter
Optional Documents
None



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