Assistant Director

Posting Details Posting Information Posting Number: PG194262EP Internal Recruitment No Working Title: Assistant Director Anticipated Hiring Range: $70,000 - $80,000 Work Schedule: M-F 8 am-5 pm Job Location: Raleigh, NC Department: Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research About the Department The NC State College Of Education leads the way in North Carolina in preparing extraordinary educators, conducting transformational research, and engaging communities where they are to improve the educational outcomes of all learners and advance the greater good. The college’s faculty are widely-recognized thought leaders who use their research to transform the practice of teaching, learning, and leading. They have particular strengths in improving technology-enhanced learning and teaching; fostering community-based learning and PK-16 partnerships; and innovating leadership and workforce development, educational policy, and evaluation. The college has over 1,600 students studying across five graduate certificates, seven undergraduate majors, two undergraduate minors, 13 master’s degrees, three Ph.D., and two Ed.D. programs housed in three academic departments: Educational Leadership, Policy, and Human Development; Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education; and Teacher Education and Learning Sciences, with approximately 130 tenure-track and professional-track faculty, 110 support and professional staff, and about 160 graduate and teaching assistants. The college has over 18,000 living alumni, with over 6,000 working in public schools in every county in North Carolina. Those who are teachers rate among the highest in effectiveness on surveys of school employers in North Carolina. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. About The Belk Center The Belk Center for Community College Leadership and Research develops and sustains exceptional community college leaders who are committed to advancing college access and student success, the social and economic mobility of their colleges’ students, and the economic competitiveness of their regions. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. What We Offer Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Essential Job Duties The assistant director of research and evaluation will work with and manage a team of researchers to conduct research and evaluation specifically for community college stakeholders including college presidents, policymakers, and practitioners. Primary Duties Are As Follows Design qualitative or quantitative evaluation approaches and collect data (20%) Clean and analyze qualitative or quantitative data (30%) Develop and write reports, executive summaries, and/or scholarly articles to disseminate findings, independently or within groups of researchers (15%) Publish and/or co-publish research and present findings at regional and national conferences (5%) Support the development of research skills with graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and external collaborators (5%) Collaborate with research leadership to organize documentation and data related to the research agenda (10%) Collaborate with leadership team to develop project-relevant content for convenings (5%) Some travel may be required to engage with stakeholders for designing studies, collecting data, and presenting findings (10%) Other Responsibilities This role will primarily manage and support qualitative or quantitative research in the following areas: Manage research and evaluation about North Carolina’s replication of the CUNY ASAP model for a project called PACE: Pathways for Accelerating Completion and Employment Manage research and evaluation for federally funded grants including Title III, Rural Postsecondary Economic Development, and Institute for Education Sciences Collaborate with associate directors of research and evaluation to meet established grant timelines and deliverables Support a team of researchers that may include graduate students Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Requires post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor’s degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis. Other Required Qualifications Advanced knowledge of and experience working with qualitative data or longitudinal data sets at the student level. Experience conducting research using qualitative coding and thematic memo-ing or quantitative statistics and quasi-experimental designs Knowledge of the unique context of community colleges. Expertise using qualitative software such as Dedoose or Invivo or statistical software such as Stata, SPSS, R, or SAS Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality control Some nights and weekend work. Preferred Qualifications Ph.D or equivalent doctorate (e.g., Ed.D.) in appropriate field Substantial knowledge of the North Carolina Community Colleges NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status.

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