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Assessment Specialist

Employer
Auburn University at Montgomery
Location
Alabama, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Oct 11, 2021

Position Information

Vacancy Number: S-00723 Position Title: Assessment Specialist Classification Title: Program/Project Manager Department: Institutional Effectiveness Employment Type: Full-Time Duties and Responsibilities:
Administers and manages the activities associated with assessment.

Collaborate and consult with campus units on assessment of student learning, and administrative program goals.

Provide data templates to academic units undergoing academic program review.

Develop and implement workshops to build an assessment collaborative environment.

Oversee assessment software or reporting system to assure that assessment reports are complete and accurate; contact owners to complete missing or inaccurate items in reports.

Assist in support for activities related to office functions (e.g. strategic planning, regional and program accreditation, program review, etc.) including distribution and analysis for surveys administered by the Office of Institutional Effectiveness.

Create, and deliver presentations using data visualization techniques to describe program review activities and assessment results.

Collaborate with the University Core Curriculum Committee to design and implement assessment procedures for the General Education Curriculum including the assessment of student learning outcomes and the evaluation of the core curriculum education.

Promote the use of research-based planning, evaluation, and improvement processes throughout the University among administration, faculty, and staff.

Prepare reports and disseminate information to university’s Chancellor, Provost, and Vice Chancellors. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of acceptable basic management practices
Knowledge of applicable institutional practices and procedures
Knowledge of limited budgeting principles and practices
Knowledge of applicable University practices and procedures
Interpersonal skills
Written communication skills
Problem analysis skills
Ability to speak in public, lead small group meetings, and make presentations
Ability to work on multiple projects at one time and respond to multiple competing demands
Ability to use a computer and relevant software applications
Ability to manage project activities and the work of others
Ability to coordinate the work of others
Ability to supervise student workers Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with experience utilizing databases, spreadsheets, and creating reports.

Master’s Degree with at least two (2) years experience preferred. An intermediate level of proficiency in the utilization of databases, spreadsheets, assessment applications and other analysis tools (e.g. SPSS, ACCESS, and Excel) is also preferred. Job Open Date: 10/11/2021 This posting will remain open until closed: Yes Job Close Date: Salary Band: 106 Special Instructions to Applicants:
If this posting contains open-ended supplemental questions, please provide thorough responses. Statements such as “see resume” and other incomplete responses will not be considered.

Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right once interviewing has begun to stop accepting applications About the University/College
Located in Alabama’s vibrant state capital, Auburn University at Montgomery is a fast-growing university on the rise. Don’t just take our word for it: The Princeton Review rates us as one of the best colleges in the Southeast, while U.S. News & World Report recently ranked us No. 22 among regional universities in the South for the quality of undergraduate teaching and 38th among all public institutions in the region.

Auburn University at Montgomery is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity; therefore, we encourage applications from historically underrepresented groups, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Additionally, the safety and security of our campus community is a top priority. All employees at AUM are considered to be Responsible Employees and have the duty to immediately report information that has the potential to adversely impact safety or wellness on our campus Quick Link https://www.jobs.aum.edu/postings/4714 Position Profile Link Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Professional Reference Sheet
Optional Documents Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Describe how results from an assessment process can lead to academic improvement. Please be specific and give details.

    (Open Ended Question)

  2. * Explain the value that is added to an academic assessment process by including curriculum mapping and an external program review. Please be specific and give details.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Describe your involvement in assessment or academic program review? Please be specific and give details.

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Please describe your experience with SPSS, Excel, Access and/or similar software and rate the level of proficiency for each one.

    (Open Ended Question)



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