Senior Research Analyst

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) invites applications for the position of Senior Research Analyst. A Senior Research Analyst applies an advanced knowledge of research concepts, methodologies, and processes in conducting difficult and complex institutional research studies and in the development and maintenance of research information systems and supervises the activities of a small research unit.

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COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

 

Monthly Salary: $10,438.01-$12,930.86 monthly ($125,256.12 to $155,170.32 annually).

 

*Salary Information is based on a full-time, 12-month position

Health Benefits: District-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employee and dependents. A $50,000 life insurance policy is provided free of charge for each employee. A Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with $1,500 contributed by LACCD annually.

 

 

 

Paid Time Off: 12 full-pay days and 88 half-pay days of illness leave per year, 19 paid holidays per year, and accrued vacation time from 10-24 days per year depending on the position. Other paid time off options are also available.

 

 

 

Retirement: Employees become members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) pension. Employees are also covered by Social Security.

 

 

 

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TYPICAL DUTIES

 

Conducts the more difficult research studies related but not limited to curricula, enrollment, retention, matriculation, weekly contact hours, staffing patterns, student and faculty characteristics, program vitality and evaluation, program review, community characteristics, student achievement, student learning outcomes, accreditation, and institutional planning and effectiveness.

Makes recommendations for policies, procedures, and systems based on analysis of current and proposed programs and practices.

Designs, implements, and directs the maintenance of specialized data bases and information systems to facilitate research and planning activities.

Evaluates problems to determine whether they are amenable to statistical inquiry and formulates the investigative processes and procedures to be followed.

Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of and provides training to assigned staff of a small research unit.

Analyzes trends in community college education, college and community characteristics, and anticipates planning and information needs.

Selects, adapts, and applies appropriate research and statistical techniques to specific areas of study.

Collects, compiles, describes, organizes, analyzes, interprets, and presents data and information related to matters under study.

Organizes, coordinates, and tracks completion of planning, accreditation, and program review functions and ensures alignment with District mission, goals, objectives, and operating practices.

Coordinates with faculty, staff, and administration on various aspects of planning, accreditation, and program review functions and processes.

Determines sources of data and information and selects the specific units for research sample.

Prepares complex research reports, presentations, and other communications containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content including the preparation of conclusions and forecasts based on data summaries and other findings.

Prepares research and statistical findings in proper technical form for publication.

Analyzes research data and findings of other agencies and translates their implications and limitations as they pertain to the District.

Explains research methodology and findings to interested parties.

Effectively utilizes the capabilities of standard and specialized software programs and/or other applications and digital tools in the production of management information and reports.

Directs the maintenance of research records.

Acts as a technical resource to college research staff.

May act on behalf of a supervisor during their absence.

Performs related duties as assigned.

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VACANCIES

 

A vacancy currently exists at the Educational Services Center (District Office), 770 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90017. The hiring list established by this examination will also be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the life of the list.

 

Our Colleges include: Los Angeles City College; East Los Angeles College; Los Angeles Harbor College; Los Angeles Mission College; Los Angeles Pierce College; Los Angeles Southwest College; Los Angeles Trade-Technical College; Los Angeles Valley College; West Los Angeles College

 

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education and Experience:

 

A.  A doctoral degree from a recognized college or university with a specialization in social science research, economics, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, or other research-oriented specialization.

 

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B. A master's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND two years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position.

 

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C. A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND four years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position.

 

Special:

 

A valid Class "C" California driver's license is required.

 

Travel to locations throughout the District is required.

 

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HOW TO APPLY

 

Completed applications must be submitted through our online employment system – https://www.jobapscloud.com/LACCD/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=24&R2=2077&R3=001. Please see our job board for the filing deadline.

 

 

 

For a listing of other job opportunities with the Los Angeles Community College District refer to our Web Page at https://jobapscloud.com/laccd/jobboard.asp.

 

 

 

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SELECTION PROCESS

 

The selection process may consist of one or more exam parts which may include a training and experience evaluation, written test, performance test and/or oral interview.

 

 

 

Selection and promotion are based on a competitive examination process. Candidates who pass all exam parts are placed on an eligibility (hiring) list based on their overall exam score. In accordance with legal requirements, hiring departments may make job offers to candidates in the top three ranks of the eligibility list.

 

 

 

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ACCOMMODATION

 

Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.

 

 

 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, they should always apply for a position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.

 

 

 

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CONTACT US

 

Personnel Commission: class_jobs@laccd.edu

 

Phone: (213) 891-2129

 

Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 4:30PM

 

 

 

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DISTRICT INFORMATION

 

The Los Angeles Community College District is the largest community college district in the nation offering educational opportunities to students in more than 40 cities covering an area of 882 square miles serving approximately 9.8 million residents. The LACCD is composed of nine comprehensive colleges and a District Office, which together employ approximately 2,200 classified (non-teaching) employees in 315 job classifications.