• Director of Assessment for Student Affairs

    The University Of Texas At Dallas (Dallas, TX)


    Posting Number: S06351P

     

    Department: Student Affairs

     

    Salary Range: $85,000 - DOQ

     

    Pay Basis: Monthly

     

    Position Status: Regular full-time

    Job Description:

    Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, the Director of Data Analytics, Training and Assessment oversees program assessment, evaluation and data analysis for the Division of Student Affairs, a large unit comprising 23 functional areas and more than 250 full-time staff.

     

    The director manages a comprehensive and sustainable division-wide assessment operation focused on continuously improving programs and services that enhance the student experience and contribute meaningfully to student learning and success. The director is also critical in supporting strategic planning and decision-making for the Division of Student Affairs.

     

    The director serves as a valued member of the Student Affairs Executive Leadership Team, supporting the Vice President for Student Affairs. The director is one of Student Affairs’ primary campus liaisons, routinely collaborating with partners in UT Dallas’ seven academic schools, the Honors College, the Office of Undergraduate Education, the Office of Graduate Education and the Office of Institutional Success and Decision Support.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related progressive experience.

    Preferred Education and Experience:

    + Master’s degree in program assessment, higher education administrations, or related field.

    + Five years of experience in student affairs, higher education administration or related field with a focus on assessment data analysis and strategic planning.

    + Experience as a student affairs director or above.

    + Strong understanding of best practices in student affairs assessment, learning outcomes measurement and data-informed decision-making.

    + Knowledge of assessment methodologies, data analysis tools, and qualitative and quantitative research methods.

    + Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, collaborate across teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

    + Strong written and oral communication skills to prepare reports and present findings to varied audiences.

    + Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting data to identify trends, inform strategic decisions and evaluate program effectiveness.

    + Knowledge of student affairs programs, student development theory and trends in higher education assessment.

    Important Message:

    1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

     

    2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator ([email protected]) . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator ([email protected]) .