Senior Associate Director of Accountability & Research

Agency: Illinois Board of Higher Education

Closing Date/Time:

Salary: $85,000 - $125,000/year

Job Type: Salaried 

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Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU:None 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Illinois Board of Higher Education must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

About IBHE

IBHE has been supporting higher education in Illinois for more than 50 years. We are a dedicated team of professionals, overseen by a Board appointed by the Governor, who are working for a strong, equitable higher education system, which we believe is essential for the state to thrive. We work with leaders in colleges, universities, state and federal government agencies, governors, legislators, and other entities to strategically further this mission.

In its strategic plan, A Thriving Illinois: Higher Education Paths to Equity, Sustainability, and Growth, IBHE has identified three goals and 25 strategies to help achieve its vision of a higher education ecosystem that ensures individuals, families, and communities across the state thrive.

• Equity - Close equity gaps for students who have been left behind.
• Sustainability - Build a stronger financial future for individuals and institutions.
• Growth - Increase talent and innovation that drives economic growth.

About the position:

The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) is seeking a Senior Associate Director of Accountability & Research in the Research, Analytics and Data, reporting to the Director Research, Analytics, and Data.

As a member of the IBHE leadership team, the Senior Associate Director of Accountability & Research will lead the agency’s data collection, Institutional research, and analytic functions, including overseeing the student-level data system, and relevant reporting, and analysis; develops and leads execution of a higher education data accountability system to support the goals of A Thriving Illinois .  

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Leads the development and execution of a research and reporting agenda and accountability system in support of defined Agency goals and strategies (“A Thriving Illinois”), ensuring the agency is informed by strong data analysis and research through close collaboration with other Agency departments
• Works to develop and oversee a higher education accountability system that reinforces and measures equity-related progress related to the higher education strategic plan, and information in support of the annual budget process
• Leads and develops a staff team, overseeing their work, professional development, and success

Major Duties and Responsibilities continued

• Maintains the data quality and integrity of the student-level data collections in IHEIS and the data warehouse  
• Develops and maintains necessary data, interactive tools, analysis, and reports for internal use and public release  
• Develops and oversees a variety of analysis in support of the state’s portfolio of academic programs and their alignment with the state’s economic development goals and plans  
• Develops materials and trainings to help increase data literacy of IBHE staff and the higher education community  
• Partners with and supports other Agency leaders and staff, including helping achieve the long-term strategic and annual goals, including Diversity Equity, and Inclusion goals   
• Other duties as assigned, within scope of position  

Minimum Education and Experience:

Required:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Institution, in a relevant field
• Formal education and/or experience in the field of data analysis, institutional research
• 5+ years’ experience with institutional research or planning and budgeting

Preferred:

• 2+ years’ of management/supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Passion and commitment to education and public service  
• Highly analytical, with the ability to define, conduct and communicate research and analysis from multiple sources to multiple audiences  
• Ability to lead the research analysis and development process  
• Ability to conceptualize data collection systems, collect data, and conduct analysis to respond to legislation and agency needs  
• Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills with a teamwork orientation  
• Strong problem-solving skills  
• Strong organizational skills  
• Extremely driven, intellectually curious, and committed to continuous learning and knowledge growth  
• Previous experience managing a team; setting the example as a collaborative colleague, reinforcing a strong team-focused culture

Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Mon-Fri

Work Location: 1 N Old State Capitol Plz Springfield, IL 62701-1323

**IBHE is based in Springfield, IL, however, a hybrid work schedule may be available. 

Agency Contact: IBHE Human Resources

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Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics; Leadership & Management

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