Director of Institutional Research - Saint Elizabeth University

Conveniently located in Morris County with easy access to Routes 287, 280, 80, 10, 24, and the Convent Station train station, Saint Elizabeth University which was established in 1899 by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth resides on 150 acres of picturesque rolling hills and lush woodlands. The University offers a quality education in the Catholic tradition with a firm foundation in the liberal arts and serves a diverse population, including the needs of women, students of color, those who lack adequate financial resources, and those who would benefit from a nurturing, supportive collegiate environment.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

Founded by the Sisters of Charity in 1899, Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) is a community of learning in the Catholic liberal arts tradition for students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and cultures. SEU is devoted to providing educational and career training opportunities to traditionally underserved communities and is characterized by small class sizes and a highly communal student-centered culture emphasizing individualized attention.

SEU is a federally designated Minority-Serving and Hispanic-Serving Institution. Our traditional undergraduate population is 38 percent Black and our total enrollment is 30 percent Hispanic, while 47 percent of our students are first-generation college students. In addition, 76 percent of our first-time freshmen are low-income students eligible for federal Pell funding; many come to us with unique challenges related to their financial, social, academic, mental and physical health.

Saint Elizabeth University seeks to foster and maintain a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. SEU has long preserved its legacy of providing quality education and access for underserved populations, particularly in fields and career paths traditionally beyond the reach of marginalized and often disenfranchised communities. In our traditional co-educational undergraduate enrollment today, women outnumber men two-to-one. SEU has a long legacy of educating women who thrive in STEM and healthcare professions and continues to produce diverse women and men as leaders equipped with a deeper appreciation of inclusion in its various forms. We strive to ensure that all graduates realize their potential through hard work and an exceptional education that is unimpeded by irrational self-doubt or societal biases.

The Director of Institutional Research is responsible for developing, implementing and managing a comprehensive program of institutional research activities in support university reporting and compliance. The Director also supports internal research initiatives that guide evidence-based decision-making, policy-generation, and strategic planning, through the collection, analysis, and reporting of institutional data. The director promotes a data-driven campus culture through active collaboration with a wide range of faculty and staff, across key university functional areas, including Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, Student Life, Finance and Administration, and Institutional Advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate external reporting, (e.g. IPEDS, MSCHE, NJDOE SURE submissions, EADA, college guides); prepares reports, disseminates reports for completion by appropriate offices, monitors reporting deadlines.
• Provide appropriate support to the research and assessment effort of the college, including research on issues that impact strategic planning, (e.g. Bi-Weekly Registration Report, periodic Retention Reports).
• Complete special assignments as designated by the president, and provost and vice president for academic affairs and student life.
• Develop and oversee updates to the college's statistical profile (e.g. Factbook, Data Dashboards, FastFacts).
• Serve as a member of the institutional effectiveness committee.
• Work closely with the Provost and other members of academic affairs.
• Balance multiple projects and unstructured tasks within deadlines;
• Work with staff and faculty across campus in a collegial and effective manner;
• Work under pressure while maintaining a professional demeanor;
• Maintain high standards in all work with respect to research ethics and confidentiality.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current institutional research practices through professional development, reading current literature, and participating in relevant professional conferences;
• Build and maintain ongoing relationships with the faculty, develop collaborative associations with members of the professional staff who are either suppliers or recipients of institutional data, and function effectively across divisional lines;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited University. Doctoral degree preferred.
• Five years of experience in Institutional Research that demonstrates breadth across multiple projects or responsibilities.
• Ability to manage complex projects in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated knowledge of research methods, design and analysis including qualitative and quantitative approaches.
• Considerable skills in data management, problem-solving, and research. Expertise in data collection, access, analysis, and usage for evidence-based improvement.
• Advanced skills using statistical analysis packages. SPSS preferred.
• Experience using data visualization tools such as PowerBI or Tableau.
• Familiar with PowerCampus or similar university records platform. SQL experience a plus.
• Considerable skill in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Power Point.

Why Choose Saint ElizabethUniversity?

Saint Elizabeth University offers a positive work environment, dedicated leadership, faculty and staff who are committed to excellence, and an attractive benefits and compensation package.

Full-time Faculty and Staff Benefits Include:

• Employer-Subsidized Health Care Plan
• Dental and Vision Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance at No Cost
• Supplemental Insurance Available for Employee, Spouse and Dependents
• Other Voluntary Plans (Legal, Identify-Theft, Accident, Critical Care, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission for Employee, Spouse and/or Dependents
• Tuition Exchange Program offering Reciprocal Scholarships Nationwide at 600+ Colleges and Universities
• 14 Paid Holidays, as well as the Week after Christmas Off with Pay
• Paid Days Off on Fridays in the Summer Months
• Birthday as a Paid Day Off
• Generous Vacation Policy
• New Jersey Earned Sick Leave
• Employee Discount Program

Important to Know:

The health and safety of students, faculty and staff are a University priority. Please be advised that the University reserves the right to modify all policies and procedures related to COVID-19 based upon local conditions and emerging guidance from local, state and federal agencies.