Virginia Department of Human Resource Management
Director of Institutional Effectiveness
Virginia Department of Human Resource Management, Radford, Virginia, United States, 24141
Director Of Institutional Effectiveness
Radford University is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Institutional Effectiveness to lead the University's efforts in continuous improvement, strategic planning, assessment, and accreditation. Reporting to the Assistant Provost for Faculty and Curriculum, this position will also oversee the development and submission of curriculum proposals to the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), ensuring compliance with state regulations and alignment with institutional priorities. The Director provides leadership in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of institutional data to support planning, decision-making, curriculum, and policy development in support of the university's mission and strategic initiatives. This role will advance a culture of evidence-based decision making and continuous quality improvement across academic and administrative units. This position plays a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and shared governance in institutional planning and assessment. Master's degree required in Education, Education Research, Social Sciences, Business, Applied Statistics or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in institutional effectiveness, accreditation, assessment, institutional research, curriculum development or a closely related area in higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of higher education accreditation processes (especially SACSCOC) and familiarity with SCHEV requirements and procedures. Strong understanding of current and innovative practices in assessment methodologies and curriculum development. Proven ability to work collaboratively across academic and administrative units and gain consensus among varied constituents. Excellent analytical, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with data systems and reporting tools (e.g., Watermark, SPSS, SAS, R, Banner, Qualtrics, or similar platforms). Ability to handle high pressure, particularly when accreditation reports are due, with responsibility for meeting deadlines, managing a diverse range of tasks and resolving issues quickly and effectively. A doctoral degree in a relevant field. Experience working in a public university or state system in Virginia. Experience with SCHEV proposal submissions. Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in higher education. Knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in higher education policy, planning, and accountability. Please submit a current CV and a 1-2 page letter of interest in the position. Official Transcripts will be required before hiring.
Radford University is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Director of Institutional Effectiveness to lead the University's efforts in continuous improvement, strategic planning, assessment, and accreditation. Reporting to the Assistant Provost for Faculty and Curriculum, this position will also oversee the development and submission of curriculum proposals to the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV), ensuring compliance with state regulations and alignment with institutional priorities. The Director provides leadership in the collection, analysis, and dissemination of institutional data to support planning, decision-making, curriculum, and policy development in support of the university's mission and strategic initiatives. This role will advance a culture of evidence-based decision making and continuous quality improvement across academic and administrative units. This position plays a key role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and shared governance in institutional planning and assessment. Master's degree required in Education, Education Research, Social Sciences, Business, Applied Statistics or a related field. At least 5 years of experience in institutional effectiveness, accreditation, assessment, institutional research, curriculum development or a closely related area in higher education. Demonstrated knowledge of higher education accreditation processes (especially SACSCOC) and familiarity with SCHEV requirements and procedures. Strong understanding of current and innovative practices in assessment methodologies and curriculum development. Proven ability to work collaboratively across academic and administrative units and gain consensus among varied constituents. Excellent analytical, project management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with data systems and reporting tools (e.g., Watermark, SPSS, SAS, R, Banner, Qualtrics, or similar platforms). Ability to handle high pressure, particularly when accreditation reports are due, with responsibility for meeting deadlines, managing a diverse range of tasks and resolving issues quickly and effectively. A doctoral degree in a relevant field. Experience working in a public university or state system in Virginia. Experience with SCHEV proposal submissions. Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in higher education. Knowledge of emerging trends and best practices in higher education policy, planning, and accountability. Please submit a current CV and a 1-2 page letter of interest in the position. Official Transcripts will be required before hiring.