Under the general direction of the Director of Institutional Research and Planning, performs higher level institutional research and evaluation duties. Independently performs assigned research duties related to assessment, evaluation, accountability, and institutional effectiveness. Assists the Director in managing office workload priorities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, economics or social/educational research, educational administration, business administration, or other research related specializations, AND two years increasingly responsible experience involving related research and analysis activities and projects.
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2. Associate’s degree in statistics mathematics, economics or social/educational research, educational administration, business administration, or other research related specializations, AND four years increasingly responsible experience involving related research and analysis activities and projects.
KNOWLEDGE OF:-
Standard and advanced statistical procedures related to sampling, correlation analysis, parametric and non-parametric statistics, projections and other quantitative measures applied to education, social and program research and evaluation.
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SQL querying, data warehousing, data visualization and dashboard development, statistical methods, principles or organization.
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Regression techniques, principles and tables.
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Research design for original data collection and analysis.
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Use of appropriate software packages, including proficient use of statistical software for data management, data analysis, graphics, and word processing.
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Technical report writing skills in organizing and presenting narrative and statistical information.
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Survey design, data collection and research project design, instruments, techniques and methodology.
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American Psychological Association (APA) formatting and style guide.
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District and college organizations, operations, policies, and procedures.
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Technical aspects of field of specialty.
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Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary, oral and written communication skills.
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Public speaking techniques.
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Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
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Principles and procedures involved in handling sensitive data, including survey responses and personally identifiable information.
ABILITY TO:-
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
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Follow guidelines laid out by the Director and independently design and implement complex studies in consultation with campus constituents.
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Work within a team or independently, demonstrating strong personal initiative and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
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Perform extensive technical research and evaluation duties.
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Interpret findings, analyze data, and provide related recommendations.
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Design database structures and forms for various research purposes and target audiences.
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Develop, maintain and enhance appropriate applications, databases, interactive dashboards and spreadsheets, survey data entry forms.
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Interact, participate, and conduct presentations to individuals, college groups, committees, organizations, and others as needed.
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Prepare reports for District personnel and State agencies to fulfill compliance regulations and requirements and to ensure institutional and matriculation effectiveness for appropriate funding.
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Independently follow Research Office guidelines to utilize accurate statistical procedures and sampling techniques, create, develop and maintain computer databases.
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Create and maintain necessary research documentation, files and records related to various research projects.
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Conduct meetings and interviews necessary for investigation and data collection related to assigned research projects.
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Use effective judgment, decision-making, and problem solving.
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Present information in a clear, concise manner both in writing and verbally.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides work direction to student and hourly workers as required.
CONTACTS: Faculty, staff, administrators, students and the general public.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Seeing to read and analyze statistical data,
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer, mouse and peripheral equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
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Application
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Current resume
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Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
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Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
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Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
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Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
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Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
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Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts: May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).
VISA
AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
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