Position Details

Position Information Internal Posting? Posting Number SP004879P Position Title Director of Institutional Research Division/College Vice Provost for Academic Initiatives Department Institutional Research Location Moscow Posting Context Statement The University of Idaho is seeking a data-driven, collaborative, and experienced Director of Institutional Research to join the Vandal family. This leadership role supports institutional planning, policy development, data governance, assessment, accreditation, and strategic decision-making through the oversight of data reporting, analysis, and research activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a higher education professional with strong technical expertise and a commitment to data integrity, strategic planning and continuous improvement. Position Overview Reporting to the Executive Director for Institutional Effectiveness, the Director of Institutional Research leads a team of professionals to support data-informed decision-making across the institution. The Director manages the development and delivery of accurate, timely reporting to meet internal needs and comply with external requirements from state, federal, and accrediting agencies. This role advances data integrity, streamlines reporting processes, and enhances access to actionable insights. Through collaborative leadership, the Director makes continuous improvements and promotes the effective, ethical use of data in planning, assessment and decision-making. Unit URL Position Qualifications Required Experience Five years of progressive experience in institutional research, business intelligence or a related field

Supervisory or leadership experience in institutional research or higher education

Experience managing and analyzing institutional data for compliance and strategic decision-making

Knowledge of federal and state reporting requirements (e.g., IPEDS, SBOE)

Experience with reporting tools and statistical software (e.g., SAS, Tableau, and Power BI) Required Education Master’s Degree in statistics, applied economics, public/business administration, higher education or a related field Required Other None Additional Preferred Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a relevant field

Experience with assessment, accreditation and academic program review

Demonstrated success in leading or collaborating with cross-functional teams

Familiarity with Banner or similar ERP systems

Advanced knowledge of survey research methods and institutional data trends

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex data clearly to various audiences Physical Requirements & Working Conditions None Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application Posting Information FLSA Status Exempt Employee Category Exempt Pay Range $106,280 or higher depending on education and experience Type of Appointment Fiscal Year FTE 1 Full Time/Part Time Full Time Funding A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No