National Defense University (NDU) supports the joint warfighter by providing rigorous Joint Professional Military Education to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and select others in order to develop leaders who have the ability to operate and creatively think in an unpredictable and complex world. This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 3 years with the possibility for extension.

Duties

Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Academics and mentorship of the Director, Institutional Research, Assessment, and Accreditation, the Assistant/Associate provides support for curriculum development, assessment planning and implementation, data analysis, and reporting. The primary functions are described below: Institutional Research Summarize and present complex statistical data and results, appropriate to audience and purpose. Manage institutional data by ensuring completeness of data and validating data quality. Utilize NDU technology systems for information management, data analysis and data visualization. Maintain currency in and consistently implement best practices in institutional research. Interpret data trends and other statistical results and consult with stakeholders on appropriate response. Provide technical and analytical guidance to others, including institutional research staff, faculty and leadership. Assessment Conduct assessment planning and implementation, including instrument design and data collection. Analyze direct and indirect assessment data. Utilize NDU technology systems for learning and assessment management. Maintain currency in and consistently implement best practices in outcomes assessment. Interpret assessment results and consult with stakeholders on appropriate response; and Provide assessment guidance to others, including institutional research staff, faculty and leadership. Accreditation Assist with monitoring compliance with accreditation standards. Participate in all accreditation self-study activities, including planning, evidence collection, and report writing, and Share expertise in accreditation standards and procedures with others, including institutional research staff, faculty and leadership.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or be exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.ssa.gov/)
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• The position is governed by 10 USC 1595 and NDUI 1416.0l dated March 2017.
• Must be able and willing to travel both domestically and internationally. Travel is seldom required. Less than 20 % of the time.
• Security Requirements: Must be able to secure and maintain a SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant discipline required. Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in educational methodology, information systems, applied statistics or appropriate related discipline preferred. Experience in institutional research, assessment, and accreditation in a higher education environment. Ability to perform statistical and/or quantitative analyses. Experience applying education theory, assessment practices and institutional research practices. Ability to fulfill institutional reporting requirements using appropriate data and complying with all timelines and reporting specifications Experience designing and administering surveys in an academic environment. Record of independent analytic writing, research and engagement Knowledge of accreditation standards, practices and procedures. Experience using information systems to collect, extract and analyze data for institutional research and assessment. Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills Strong collaborative and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, faculty, and senior administration. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Training or education directly related to institutional research and/or assessment in higher education Professional experience with significant responsibility and independent work in institutional research, assessment and/or accreditation in higher education. Demonstrated creative approaches to data visualization or presentation. Knowledge of JPME educational standards, programs, curricula and outcomes. Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

CRITERIA FOR ACADEMIC LEVEL:

Assistant I: The entry level position requires a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant discipline. The following aptitudes and skills are also required: proficiency with data analysis tools such as Microsoft Excel, basic statistical/quantitative skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and an aptitude for collegiality and collaboration

Assistant II: A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant discipline and 2 years of institutional research, assessment and accreditation experience in higher education are required. The following aptitudes and skills are also required: proficiency with advanced data analytic techniques in Microsoft Excel or other tool, experience with relational databases, intermediate statistical knowledge and skills, attention to detail, effective time management, and an aptitude for collegiality and collaboration.

Associate I: A Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant discipline is required, a Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a relevant discipline is preferred. Seven (7) years of institutional research, assessment and accreditation experience in higher education are required; a Master's degree in a relevant discipline may substitute for 2 years of work experience. The following aptitudes and skills are also required: proficiency with advanced data analytic techniques; experience with relational databases; advanced statistical knowledge and skills; use of information systems to collect, extract and analyze data for institutional research and assessment; strong foundation in higher education assessment practices; and an aptitude for collegiality, collaboration, and data consultation.

Associate II: A Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in educational methodology, information systems, applied statistics or appropriate related discipline and 8 years of institutional research, assessment and accreditation experience in higher education are required. The following aptitudes and skills are also required: proficiency with advanced data analytic techniques; experience with relational databases; advanced statistical knowledge and skills; use of information systems to collect, extract and analyze data for institutional research and assessment; strong foundation in higher education assessment and accreditation practices; and an aptitude for collegiality, collaboration, and data consultation.

Official transcripts will be required at time of selection to verify educational requirements are met.

Contacts

• Address National Defense University 7800 Hampton Blvd Norfolk, VA 23511 US
• Name: HR Customer Care Center
• Phone: (317) 212-0454
• Email: [email protected]