Director of Institutional Research

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POSITION SUMMARY: Date application must be received for priority consideration by: April 20, 2026 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: May 18, 2026 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled: Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional Division/Department: Academic and Student Affairs/Provost Office Compensation Range (commensurate with experience): $98,000-$110,000 annually @ 1.0 FTE FLSA Status: Exempt Appointment Basis: 12-month Time Type: Full-time Benefits Eligible: Yes Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration/Temporary: Renewable This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: No This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes Work Location Type: On-campus Work Hours: Typically M-F (8:00a - 5:00p) Hours may vary based on operational needs. Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration. For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553. To view SOU's very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Director of Institutional Research is a pivotal leadership role responsible for providing foundational data, analytics, and strategic thinking to advance the university's priorities. This position serves as the primary architect and steward of the university's continuous improvement efforts, ensuring that data informs decision-making, supports mission alignment, and demonstrates institutional effectiveness to internal and external stakeholders, including the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The Director will lead the collection, analysis, and dissemination of critical institutional data, providing actionable insights to support enrollment management, academic program review, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Minimum Requirements Master's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant field such as Higher Education Administration, Educational Leadership, Public Policy, Statistics, Social Sciences, or a related quantitative discipline. Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research or institutional effectiveness. Demonstrated experience with regional accreditation processes, preferably with NWCCU, including direct involvement in self-study preparation and reporting. Proven experience in collecting, managing, analyzing, and reporting complex institutional data, including enrollment, student success, and operational metrics. Experience with IPEDS reporting and other federal/state compliance reporting. Experience supervising and developing professional staff. Preferred Requirements Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in a relevant field. Experience as an Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) for NWCCU. Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI). Familiarity with the unique characteristics and challenges of regional public universities. Proficiency with SPSS, R, SAS and/or advanced Excel for data analysis. Proficiency with Banner or Workday systems and business intelligence tools or assessment within a higher education setting. Essential Functions Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive: (75%) Institutional Research Operations: Directs and manages the university's Institutional Research (IR) function, including the collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of institutional data to support strategic planning, operational effectiveness, and external reporting. Oversees the comprehensive collection and analysis of all enrollment data, including applications, admissions, matriculation, retention, progression, and graduation rates, providing timely reports an