What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assessment Coordinator position at Mount Aloysius College?
Mount Aloysius College, repeatedly recognized as a “Great College to Work For,” seeks a highly qualified, data-driven individual to serve as its Assessment Coordinator.
Current Opening
Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research, the Assessment Coordinator provides ongoing assessment and accreditation-related support to the College. Also provides overall support to the campus community by tracking and managing progress toward strategic goals, student learning and institutional effectiveness outcomes. The Assessment Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to design assessment research projects/plans and measurement techniques, coordinating data collection, interpreting and sharing results to drive institutional effectiveness.
The Assessment Coordinator provides timely, relevant, and actionable analysis of learning outcomes data in close collaboration with stakeholders, including analysis of general education curriculum. Gathers assessment results from a variety of sources (i.e. Navigate, Handshake, Jenzabar, and Canvas). Designs assessment instruments and tools for data collection, maintains documentation of processes used for collection and analysis of assessment data, and periodically evaluates processes to ensure validity and reliability.
The Assessment Coordinator prepares accurate reports, presentations, and statistical information that summarize findings from assessment activities. Trains faculty and staff on assessment best practices, maintains the College’s Assessment website, offers support for accreditation activities, and plays an active role in institutional assessment committees. The Assessment Coordinator is responsible to teach up to 3 credits per semester.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required (i.e. data analytics, higher education administration, educational assessment, social sciences, or a related discipline that includes a strong background in research methods and data analysis). Master’s Degree preferred. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience conducting research in higher education or related area required, preferably in a similar role.
The Assessment Coordinator must maintain the highest degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service in communications and interactions with stakeholders in all areas of the College. Strong understanding of assessment principles, methodologies, and best practices required. Familiarity with accreditation standards and processes preferred. Experience with Windows-based word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphic presentation, statistical-analysis software required; experience with learning management systems preferred. Ability and willingness to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and methodological approaches. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team; should be able to motivate diverse stakeholders to improve assessment processes and projects. Excellent written, oral, communication, presentation, and organizational skills required. High attention to detail, commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines, and ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
This is a full-time, 12-month benefit eligible position. While some flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity for periodic remote days exists, this position is on campus in Cresson, PA and is not eligible for remote work. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.
About Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College (www.mtaloy.edu) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff.
Commitment to Diversity
Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.
Application Instructions
Apply online at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519.
Mount Aloysius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
REQUIRED NOTICES....Apply Below The Mount Aloysius College Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on our campuses, in certain off-campus buildings or properties owned or controlled by Mount Aloysius College, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from our campuses.
This annual report is required by federal law, and contains information regarding campus security and personal safety, including institutional policies, crime prevention, crime reporting policies, and fire safety. The report also includes our current Sexual Assault and Misconduct Policies.
The 2022 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at: 2022 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
You may also request a printed copy from Mount Aloysius College's Office of Campus Safety, located in the Cosgrave Student Center, Room 102/104, by calling (814) 886-6327 or via email to CampusSafety@mtaloy.edu
EEO is the LAW
Mount Aloysius College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact us at 814-886-6500 or by email at HumanResources@mtaloy.edu.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with College policy.
Current Opening
Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research, the Assessment Coordinator provides ongoing assessment and accreditation-related support to the College. Also provides overall support to the campus community by tracking and managing progress toward strategic goals, student learning and institutional effectiveness outcomes. The Assessment Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with faculty and staff to design assessment research projects/plans and measurement techniques, coordinating data collection, interpreting and sharing results to drive institutional effectiveness.
The Assessment Coordinator provides timely, relevant, and actionable analysis of learning outcomes data in close collaboration with stakeholders, including analysis of general education curriculum. Gathers assessment results from a variety of sources (i.e. Navigate, Handshake, Jenzabar, and Canvas). Designs assessment instruments and tools for data collection, maintains documentation of processes used for collection and analysis of assessment data, and periodically evaluates processes to ensure validity and reliability.
The Assessment Coordinator prepares accurate reports, presentations, and statistical information that summarize findings from assessment activities. Trains faculty and staff on assessment best practices, maintains the College’s Assessment website, offers support for accreditation activities, and plays an active role in institutional assessment committees. The Assessment Coordinator is responsible to teach up to 3 credits per semester.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required (i.e. data analytics, higher education administration, educational assessment, social sciences, or a related discipline that includes a strong background in research methods and data analysis). Master’s Degree preferred. Minimum of three (3) years’ experience conducting research in higher education or related area required, preferably in a similar role.
The Assessment Coordinator must maintain the highest degree of confidentiality, professionalism, and customer service in communications and interactions with stakeholders in all areas of the College. Strong understanding of assessment principles, methodologies, and best practices required. Familiarity with accreditation standards and processes preferred. Experience with Windows-based word processing, spreadsheets, databases, graphic presentation, statistical-analysis software required; experience with learning management systems preferred. Ability and willingness to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and methodological approaches. Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team; should be able to motivate diverse stakeholders to improve assessment processes and projects. Excellent written, oral, communication, presentation, and organizational skills required. High attention to detail, commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines, and ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
This is a full-time, 12-month benefit eligible position. While some flexibility in scheduling and the opportunity for periodic remote days exists, this position is on campus in Cresson, PA and is not eligible for remote work. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application.
About Mount Aloysius College
Mount Aloysius College (www.mtaloy.edu) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff.
Commitment to Diversity
Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds – diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives.
Application Instructions
Apply online at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities. Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519.
Mount Aloysius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
REQUIRED NOTICES....Apply Below The Mount Aloysius College Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on our campuses, in certain off-campus buildings or properties owned or controlled by Mount Aloysius College, and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from our campuses.
This annual report is required by federal law, and contains information regarding campus security and personal safety, including institutional policies, crime prevention, crime reporting policies, and fire safety. The report also includes our current Sexual Assault and Misconduct Policies.
The 2022 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at: 2022 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
You may also request a printed copy from Mount Aloysius College's Office of Campus Safety, located in the Cosgrave Student Center, Room 102/104, by calling (814) 886-6327 or via email to CampusSafety@mtaloy.edu
EEO is the LAW
Mount Aloysius College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national origin, race, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information or veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact us at 814-886-6500 or by email at HumanResources@mtaloy.edu.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with College policy.
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