Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting

The Associate Director of Institutional Research and External Reporting will play a critical role in providing data-driven insights to inform strategic decision-making at the institution. This position will oversee data analysis, reporting, and external reporting compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of higher education data, and excellent communication skills.

Essential Functions:

Data Analysis and Reporting:

Oversee the collection, cleaning, and analysis of institutional data from various sources. Conduct in-depth analyses to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Prepare clear and concise reports on research findings, including data visualizations and executive summaries. Works directly with Data Governance and Reporting & Architecture teams to build and maintain the data and decision support operations of the University. Provide data-driven insights to inform strategic planning, enrollment management, academic program review, and resource allocation decisions. Manage the day-to-day work of data analysts as assigned.

External Reporting:

Manage the preparation and submission of required reports to accrediting agencies, government agencies, and other external stakeholders. Maintains records and documentation of all external reports. Serves as the primary point of contact with external agencies for matters of reporting (e.g., IPEDS, U.S. News & World Report, etc.) Stays informed of regulatory changes and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. Collaborates with a cross-divisional team supporting institutional data operations, governance, and reporting. Collaborates with other departments to gather and analyze data for external reporting.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in a quantitatively oriented field, such as educational research, statistics, quantitative sociology or a related field. At least four years relevant experience in institutional research in higher ed, with specific experience in external reporting. Expertise in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, R) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power Bl). Strong knowledge of database management systems and query languages. Ability to extract, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources. Knowledge of higher education trends and issues. Familiarity with federal and state reporting requirements, such as IPEDS, CDS, and other relevant surveys. Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex data and findings to a diverse audience. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Experience in managing complex projects and meeting tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's or PhD in higher education, educational research, or a related quantitatively oriented education field. Significant experience in higher ed institutional research and external reporting, with experience in cross-divisional coordination. Experience working with Tableau, Tableau Prep, Workday, Ellucian Banner, and Snowflake. Denison University is an independent, coeducational, residential college of liberal arts and sciences. Founded in 1831, Denison is one of the earliest colleges to be established in the old "Northwest Territory," west of the Allegheny Mountains and north of the Ohio River. Denison University is a leading liberal arts college where faculty and students collaborate in research, civic engagement, & cultivation of independent thinking. As a leader among the nation's top residential liberal arts colleges, Denison has earned a reputation for academic rigor that is rivaled only by its commitment to preparing students for a lifetime of personal, professional and civic success. Denison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Title IX Notice:

Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law through Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Denison does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education programs or activities that it operates including admissions and employment. For Denison's official Notice of Non-Discrimination, please visit https://denison.edu/forms/non-discrimination-notice. You can learn more about Title IX at Denison at https://denison.edu/campus/title-ix. Job seekers who may need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (740) 587-6299 or by email at HR@denison.edu.