Institutional Effectiveness & Compliance Program Coordinator

  •  Posted 04-Aug-2024 (EST)
  •  643 Martin Luther King Junior Drive Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30314, USA
  •  60k per year
  •  Salary
  •  Full Time

Primary Responsibility

The primary responsibility of the Institutional Effectiveness, Compliance and Program Coordinator are to enhance the overall success and efficacy of the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Office of Title III by aiding in data cleaning and coordination, development of data reports and dashboards, and coordination of the academic program assessment process. Additionally, the program coordinator will be key to making sure institutional policies are aligned with institutional TRACS, Title III, and other governmental agencies’ compliance regulations. This position will report to the Assistant Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and Title III Director, with the implementation of the academic and non-academic unit assessment processes, governmental compliance, and other accreditation initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities associated with the position include:

  • Provides basic-level evaluation skills to support the college effectiveness functions of the college.
    • Reviews program-level and assessment reports for completion.
    • Provides basic-level quality monitoring for program-level assessments and elevates concerns when necessary.
    • Monitors completion of college assessments
    • Communicates and follows up with appropriate personnel until mandatory reporting is completed.
    • Aids in preparation for TRACS site visits and required reports as needed.
  • Provides basic-level analytical skills to support the college research functions of the college.
    • Performs basic-level data management tasks as needed, including data cleaning, data quality monitoring, and communication with data owners for error resolution.
    • Assists with internal and external standardized data reporting (IPEDS, Common Data Set, etc.) as needed.
    • Develops basic-level custom data reports for stakeholders as needed.
    • Aids in the development and maintenance of dashboards for the college community as needed.
  • Collaborates with institutional units to coordinate college wide survey efforts as needed.
  • Keeps current in the field of assessment by attending professional meetings and conferences related to college effectiveness and research methodologies.
  • Performs other duties and strategic tasks as assigned by the Assistant Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness and Title III Director

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or college in social sciences, information technology, or a related field and two years of experience with assessment reporting or data management required; or a combination of directly related education and experience.

Recommended Competencies

  • Familiarity with regional or national accreditation standards and expectations.
  • Familiarity with the development of student learning outcomes and assessment for a variety of learning modalities, using a variety of direct and indirect assessment methods.
  • Familiarity with assessment management software and tools, statistical analysis software (including advanced knowledge of Excel and database querying), and online survey development tools.
  • Ability to perform accurately in a detail-oriented environment.
  • Knowledge of the basic concepts, principles, and practices of data collection and report preparation.
  • Fluency in report writing, as well as oral and graphic presentation of findings.
  • Ability to compile, review, and reconcile data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work with faculty, staff, and administrators at various levels within the college to answer pertinent questions.
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and perform multiple work assignments simultaneously.
  • Ability to be a self-starter, with proactive mindset.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office, Google Drive, and other technology.
  • Experience creating/using interactive assessment dashboards.

Preferred Qualifications 

Master’s degree from an accredited college or college in social sciences, information technology, or a related field and two years of experience with college research and effectiveness in a college setting; or a combination of directly related education and experience.

Morris Brown College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify the Office of Human Resources.