Assessment Analyst - REO (Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt 1)

Assessment Analyst - REO (Administrative Analyst/Specialist, Exempt 1)

Job No: 517279
Work Type:
Locations: San Diego
Categories: Unit 9 - CSUEU - Technical Support Services, Probationary, Full Time, Research


Position Summary

The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Campus Diversity is responsible for the coordination and development of student services and building the inclusive excellence of SDSU's staff and faculty at San Diego State University. Departments include, but not limited to, Assistant Deans for Student Affairs; Career Services; Center for Educational Partnerships, Outreach and Success; Communications Services; Counseling & Psychological Services; Cultural and Identity Centers; Educational Opportunity Programs and Ethnic Affairs; Financial Aid and Scholarships; Military Veterans Program; New Student and Parent Programs; Office of the Student Ombudsman; Residential Education; Resource Management; Student Ability Success Center; Student Health Services; Student Life and Leadership; Student Rights and Responsibilities; Testing Services Office; Well-being & Health Promotion; and programming related to Inclusive Excellence.

Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity

The Division facilitates the academic and career success, personal growth, and well-being of all students, and works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through:

Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world.

Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff, and alumni of all backgrounds.

Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty, and staff, including enhancing the learning environment and expanding learning opportunities for all students inside and outside the classroom, and expanding and connecting opportunities for students to participate in transformational experiences.

Developing leaders who believe in and lead others toward supporting civility, mutual respect and diversity in our society and workplaces; and cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

The Assessment Analyst reports to the Director of Program Evaluation, Compliance, and Assessment and supports the program assessment efforts throughout the division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity. These responsibilities include but are not limited to researching, planning, and analyzing data for departments, units, and centers within the division. The Assessment Analyst will develop research tools such as surveys and observational measures, demonstrate mastery of basic descriptive and inferential statistical analyses and develop appropriate research designs to answer specific research questions.

For more information regarding the division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity, click here.

Three full-time, permanent (probationary) positions available. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.

This position is physically located at the SDSU Main Campus in San Diego.

Education and Experience

Entry to this classification requires general knowledge and skills in the applicable administrative and/or program field with a foundational knowledge of public administration principles, practices, and methods. This foundation would normally be obtained through a bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training and administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a large, urban diverse higher education setting
• Working knowledge of the university infrastructure, policies, and procedures
• Experience working with students, parents, staff, faculty, administrators, donors, and broad community constituents
• Familiarity with FERPA privacy regulations
• Experience responding to problems that are confidential and sensitive in nature

Specialized Skills

• Demonstrated skill in utilization of computer programs, which provide word processing, database management, spreadsheet analysis and accounting capability
• Must be proficient in standard computer software packages, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of general human subjects' protection protocols
• Demonstrated ability to conduct statistical analyses using either SPSS or SAS
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and a demonstrated mastery of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• High comfort level working with people of various ages, ethnicities, abilities, etc.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently with priority of assignments changing frequently and often determined by others

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $3,897 per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources.

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $3,897 - $7,051 per month.

SDSU Vaccine Policy

In accordance with the California State University systemwide policy, students, faculty, and staff must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a valid medical or religious exemption to access campus. Individuals are considered fully vaccinated for five months after their final dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine or for two months after receiving the only dose of a single-dose vaccine. Afterward a COVID-19 booster is required to continue to be considered fully vaccinated.

The individual hired into this role will be required to submit their completed vaccination documentation to the university's secure online health portal prior to beginning work. Individuals with an approved medical or religious exemption on file with the university will be required to participate in SDSU's COVID-19 testing program.

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 4, 2022. To receive full consideration, apply by August 3, 2022. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.

SDSU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons based on race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.

Applicants with disabilities and applicants who require assistance completing an application may contact Taylor Jaress at tjaress@sdsu.edu



Advertised: Jul 28, 2022 (3:00 PM)
Applications Close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://careers.sdsu.edu/en-us/job/517279/assessment-analyst-reo-administrative-analystspecialist-exempt-1



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