Director of Assessment

Job Type Full-Time
Job Number 00233
Closing Continuous
Academic Year No
Location Bangor, ME
Department Institutional Research/Assessment (2124)


Description

The Director of Assessment is responsible for assisting in the overall University Assessment and Accreditation systems, supporting faculty and programs in measuring student progress toward educational outcomes throughout Husson University. Reporting to the Assistant Provost for Accreditation & Assessment, this position will be expected to participate in a collaborative undertaking within multiple programs to facilitate the deployment and utilization of sound assessment practices and address curricular, assessment, and accreditation needs. This position will also provide focused support to the School of Pharmacy in support of assessing intended student learning and supporting programmatic evaluation. Other responsibilities include faculty development activities as well as university-wide strategic planning.

Examples of Duties

• Work collaboratively within an assessment team to provide comprehensive assessment support.
• Provide expertise in assessment strategies and program evaluation.
• Provide support in designing, organizing, executing, and interpreting analytical studies, including the determination of approach to data collection, appropriate research methodology, and statistical techniques.
• Utilize strong communication skills to ensure a shared understanding of data and curricular needs are held by all stakeholders.
• Provide faculty support with professional development opportunities in the areas of curriculum, accreditation, pedagogy, and assessment.

Typical Qualifications

• Basic computer skills are required, and skills with specialized assessment software are preferred.
• Communication skills to work with individuals across the spectrum of assessment and in various disciplines and departments
• Organizational skills to enhance responsiveness to regional and specialized accreditation demands and deadlines
• Leadership skills to create an environment in which assessment is embraced and outcomes inform initiatives

Education: Master's required; Doctorate preferred

Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in academia in the area of educational outcomes assessment.

Special Skills: Communication skills that allow the individual to respond to the needs of faculty and administration for creative and efficient models of curriculum and outcomes assessments. A successful candidate in this environment is self-motivated and a strong team player who values hard work and who is capable and confident interacting with a wide array of internal and external constituents. Candidates must be willing to take on new challenges in a dynamic and constantly changing environment.

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Agency Husson University
Address 1 College Circle Bangor, ME, 04401
Website http://www.husson.edu

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