POSITION DESCRIPTION: Ogeechee Technical College is seeking a Director for Institutional Research and Planning. Under minimal supervision, the Director for Institutional Research and Planning supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Institutional Effectiveness division in the evaluation/planning/budgeting system to assure quality programs and services for the College. Under the direction of the Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness (VPIE), major duties include:

·Analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs, and coordinates the accreditation processes for all instructional programs, as applicable.

·Assists the VPIE with the strategic planning processes of the College.

·Coordinates and conducts institutional survey, evaluation, and research efforts.

·Provides research or information reports based on data analysis by collecting, analyzing, and organizing data for input into planning and evaluation activities.

·Analyzes trends so that changes may be anticipated and adapted.

·Plans, organizes and participates in staff development and meetings or conferences.

·Performs administrative duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in administration, business, education or a closely related field.

• Three years of full-time professional level work experience which included experience in data analysis, planning, and evaluation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in administration, business, educational leadership or a closely related field.

• Professional work experience in postsecondary education.

• Experience with the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).

• Experience with Banner.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

Commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid state holidays, annual and sick leave, retirement options, and State of Georgia Flexible Benefits package.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Open until filled.

Application Procedure POSITION CONTINGENT UPON FUNDING AND ALLOCATION OF POSITION. All positions require a pre-employment criminal background investigation, education, and employer/professional reference checks. Some positions may additionally require a motor vehicle record search, credit history check, and/or drug screen. All male applicants between the ages of 18 and 26 years of age must present proof of Selective Service Registration. As set forth in its student catalog, Ogeechee Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education, business management or a closely related field *and* Three (3) years of work in postsecondary education. Bachelor¿s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in education, business management or a closely related field *and* Three (3) years of work in postsecondary education