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State of Oregon

Research and Data Deputy Director - RASM2

State of Oregon, Salem, Oregon, us, 97308

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Research and Data Deputy Director - RASM2

Pay: Competitive Employment type: Full-Time Job Description

The Oregon Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) is seeking a Deputy Director - Research, Analysis and Statistics Manager 2 to join the Office of Research and Data team. The successful candidate will provide visionary leadership and strategic oversight of the strategy, collections, equity, governance, and processes of student-level data managed and supported by the office. The Deputy Director develops and implements strategic initiatives and collaborative partnerships that maximize the insights gained from postsecondary data for state policies and programs related to postsecondary education and workforce training in Oregon. Responsibilities

Leads the strategic direction of the postsecondary student/participant-level data managed by the Office of Research and Data to support evidence-based decision-making about postsecondary education and workforce training across Oregon. Sets the vision, in coordination with the Director of Research and Data, to align data collections across postsecondary sectors, align data processes across postsecondary sectors, expand and deepen data equity initiatives, and standardize documentation. Works with staff to align data collections, processes and documentation in order to implement data strategy and expand data equity. Drives the expansion of data products and identifies new tools and opportunities for effective data use. Leads data integration work and other work related to HECC’s IT Modernization Plan for the Office of Research and Data. Supervises and directs staff, providing direct supervision for office staff and ensuring tools, learning, and equipment necessary for staff to perform their duties are available. Plans, assigns and reviews work, setting clear work objectives, goals and expectations with staff, and evaluating employee performance. Requirements

Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in an Education, Sociology, Economics and Public Policy. Desired Attributes/Skills

An advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., education, sociology, economics, data science, and public policy). Demonstrated experience working with integrated datasets or data systems, with expertise in complex, administrative data from multiple sources. Demonstrated experience with public policy-related research, and conducting innovative research to address public policy issues. Excellence in leading a cross-disciplinary team, with demonstrated experience in personnel management, collaborative problem solving, and collegial relationship building. Excellence in relationship building, with demonstrated experience developing productive relationships across organizations, facilitating multiple perspectives to drive progress, and deepening trust. Equitable Recruiting

The HECC strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. EEO Statement

The HECC is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). HECC does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.

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