Executive Director, Institutional Research

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Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable).

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

Office of the Provost

Job Summary

The Director of Institutional Research provides leadership and oversight for the Office of Institutional Research. This position ensures that decision-making across academic and administrative units is grounded in accurate data, meaningful analysis, and a culture of continuous improvement. The director leads efforts to strengthen institutional effectiveness, accountability, and compliance with institutional and university system standards. This position reports to the Chief Academic Strategy Officer.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties and

Responsibilities include:

Advise senior leadership on trends, metrics, and insights to support evidence-based planning, budgeting, and policy development.;
Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of institutional data for internal and external audiences, including state and federal agencies.;
Manage institutional dashboards, fact books, and performance metrics.;
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with reporting requirements.;
Collaborate with campus stakeholders to maintain data governance standards and protect institutional data assets.;
Ensure adherence to ethical and legal standards in data management and reporting.;
Partner with deans, department chairs, and directors to enhance data literacy and strengthen a culture of evidence-based decision-making.;
Provide training and consultation on data interpretation and institutional metrics.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include:
Master's degree in statistics, data science, public policy, or a field related to institutional research.;
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research within a higher education environment.;
Experience working within a state university system and familiarity with state-level performance or accountability reporting.;
Demonstrated management of data systems, and/or complex reporting functions.;
Proficiency with enterprise data systems (e.g., Banner, People Soft, Power BI).;
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications include:
PhD in in statistics, data science, public policy, or a field related to institutional research.;
Demonstrated leadership in managing teams, data systems, and/or complex reporting functions.;
Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research, assessment, or effectiveness within a higher education environment.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $100,000 - $122,013 and includes full benefits.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include:
Strategic and systems thinking.;
Collaborative leadership and communication.;
Ethical and responsible data stewardship

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Michael Rothlisberger, Hiring Manager, via email at .

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

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