Manager, Institutional Research Mountainland Technical College - 4.0 Provo, UT Job Details Full-time $60,620 - $72,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Qualifications Data visualization software proficiency Managing data teams Supervising experience Business intelligence tools Statistics research Bachelor's degree Leading team collaboration initiatives Productivity software Project leadership Technical Proficiency Stakeholder relationship building Data analysis software Database software proficiency

Full Job Description Manager, Institutional Research Location:

Provo, UT Status:

Full-Time Hours:

Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Pay/Salary:

$60,620-$72,000 Summary Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insights that drive strategic decisions? As the Institutional Research Manager, you will lead Mountainland Technical College's Institutional Research department, overseeing data collection, analysis, reporting, and research initiatives that support student success and institutional effectiveness. In this leadership role, you'll collaborate with departments across the College, provide guidance to a talented research team, and deliver actionable insights that influence planning, accreditation, and continuous improvement. If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading teams, and using data to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you join MTECH. Why Work with Us? The workplace culture and opportunities here at MTECH are benefits in and of themselves, but here's what you can expect from MTECH's generous benefits package:

Positive Work Culture:

Be a part of a friendly, team-oriented environment where your contributions are valued.

Comprehensive Health Coverage:

Enjoy affordable and extensive healthcare benefits.

Financial Peace of Mind:

14.2% retirement contributions and a 6.2% Social Security alternative.

Work-Life Balance:

Take advantage of paid holidays, personal leave, sick days, and vacation time.

Professional Growth :

Receive an MTECH tuition waiver after three months, opening doors to further your education and skills.

What You'll Do:

As the Institutional Research Manager, you'll play a key role in helping the College make informed, data-driven decisions. Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Leading the Institutional Research department by providing guidance, mentoring, and support to ensure efficient operations and a high-performing team. Overseeing the collection, management, and analysis of institutional data from student records, surveys, databases, and external sources while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with applicable regulations. Developing and presenting reports, dashboards, data visualizations, and executive summaries that communicate key performance indicators and research findings to college leadership, faculty, and staff. Collaborating with departments across the College to support strategic planning, institutional effectiveness initiatives, accreditation requirements, and policy development through meaningful data analysis. Directing research projects related to enrollment, retention, graduation rates, student outcomes, and other institutional priorities while continuously improving research methodologies and reporting practices. Providing training and presentations to faculty, staff, and administrators on research findings, reporting tools, and best practices for using data to support decision-making. Monitoring emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in institutional research and higher education analytics to strengthen the College's research capabilities and continuous improvement efforts.

What We're Looking For:

Education Requirements:

A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, social sciences, or a related field.

Experience:

At least two years of experience in data reporting, research, or analytics, along with demonstrated experience leading or supervising a team.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and data analysis and visualization tools such as SQL, Tableau, Power BI, R, Python, Qualtrics, or similar software. Experience utilizing databases and data management systems is required.

Analytical Skills:

Strong understanding of research methodologies, statistical analysis, data collection techniques, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.

Leadership & Collaboration:

Proven ability to lead a team, collaborate across departments, build relationships with stakeholders, and effectively communicate research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. Organization & Attention to

Detail:

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality. Ready to Apply? If you're a collaborative leader who enjoys transforming data into meaningful insights that improve student success and institutional performance, we invite you to join Mountainland Technical College. Apply today and help shape the future of MTECH through the power of data-driven decision-making. To inquire about this position, email . MTECH maintains the right to conduct a criminal history background check; employment is contingent upon background check results.

NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

Mountainland Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Lynn Adams Title IX Coordinator (801) 753-4245 Inquiries may also be sent to the Office for Civil Rights—Denver Office, U.S. Department of Education, in the Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO,80204-3582. They can be reached by phone at 303-844-5695 (TTY at 800-877-8339), by fax at 303-844-4303, or by email at .