Institutional Research Specialist (Institutional Effectiveness) - District EXTENDED

Position Title:
Institutional Research Specialist (Institutional Effectiveness) - District EXTENDED

Department:
Institutional Effectiveness (D)

Position Type:
Support Staff (Classified / Confidential)

College/Campus:
District

Physical location of the position:
District

Employment Type:
Full-Time

Position Length:
12-month

Salary Range:
Grade O

Salary Amount:
$6,171 - $7,515

Salary Type:
Monthly

Is this position categorically (grant) funded?
No

BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the supervision of the area Dean, assists in institutional research efforts, through database analysis, including but not limited to focusing on projects relating to student success, achievement and equity by interpreting data for projects, grants, and programs designed to address and increase student achievement and equitable outcomes for all students. May also support the new occupation program application process with labor market information and analysis, interpreting data for faculty driven projects, grants, and updating the College's profile in national surveys, with emphasis on data collection, analysis, dissemination, and interpretation.

PROVIDES WORK OR LEAD DIRECTION TO:
Not applicable - no permanent full-time staff to supervise.

EDUCATION:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business, public management, social science, or a directly related field, is required. Master's degree is preferred. (Degree's must be from an accredited institution)

EXPERIENCE:
Two years of closely related successful experience in institutional research and planning is required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Research design methodology, qualitative, and quantitative data analysis techniques, strategic planning methods, and PC-based applications for statistical analysis (SPSS). Essential characteristics include strong organizational, written, and oral skills. A working knowledge of student success, equity and labor market trends in higher education is a must.

ABILITY TO:
Assist the area Dean in working with faculty, staff, and students to process, design, and organize databases in SPSS, Excel, or Access to execute research and planning activities.

Other:
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Candidate must demonstrate clear evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and the community.

CONTACTS:
Co-workers in Institutional Research, faculty, and other departmental staff.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
1. Designs, prepares, distributes, and interprets institutional research studies related to academic, student services, administrative programs, and special projects.
2. Collects data needed to for the development of the College's Student Success and Support Plan and the Student Equity Plan.
3. Collects, prepares, interprets, and distributes labor market information as mandated by the Chancellor's Office for occupational programs.
4. Prepares and provides reports on special data collection efforts for state and national studies of community colleges and students.
5. Maintains historical records on student performance for current and anticipated research and planning efforts.
6. Prepares reports to support the implementation of student equity program initiatives and other special projects.
7. Represents the Office of Institutional Research on internal and external committees and projects.
8. May conduct research, create and present findings on new educational opportunities based on labor market information in the form of reports and newsletters.
9. Presents data in various formats for College related projects.
10. Participates in District/College-provided in-service training programs.
11. Maintains a friendly, supportive atmosphere for students, staff, faculty, and the public.
12. Performs other duties, related to the position, as assigned.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

SALARY: Salary grades consist of nine steps. A new employee is normally placed on Step 1 of the grade. Changes in step placement take place on the first day of the first month following the anniversary date of attaining permanent classified employee status until the maximum of the grade is reached.

HOLIDAYS: There are 13 holidays observed each year. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

VACATION: Employees are granted 12 days of vacation per year through the first five years of service to the District; 15 days after completion of five continuous years of service to the District; 20 days after completion of ten continuous years of service to the District; and 22 days after completion of 15 continuous years of service to the District. This computation is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months.

SICK LEAVE: One day of sick leave for each month of service is granted. This is based on full-time, twelve-month employment. A pro-rata reduction will be made for employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months. There is no limit to the number of days of sick leave which may be accrued.

FRINGE BENEFITS: The District provides a health and welfare benefit package for employees and legal qualifying dependents. Those employees working less than full-time and less than twelve months will receive a pro-rata share of the benefit package. The dollar value of the package is a subject of negotiation between the District and the Bargaining Unit.

The work location and assignment within a job classification is determined by the District and may be subject to change.

All offers of employment will be contingent upon the availability of funds and approval by the Board of Trustees.

The Riverside Community College District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law. This holds true for all District employment opportunities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the District's Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, ancestry, genetic information, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or any characteristic listed or defined in Section 11135 of the Government Code or any characteristic that is contained in the prohibition of hate crimes set forth in subdivision (1) of Section 422.6 of the California Penal Code, or any other status protected by law, is strictly prohibited. The Title IX Officer, Section 504/ADA Coordinator for the District is Ms. Lorraine Jones, 3801 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501. Telephone Number is: (951) 222-8039.

Work Hours/Work Days for Classified and Hourly Positions Only:
Monday - Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Required Applicant Documents:
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Other Document
Other Transcript

Other Document:
Other Transcript: Attach your degree earned which qualifies you for this position
Optional Applicant Documents:
Doctorate Transcript
Bachelors or Equivalent Transcript
Masters or Equivalent Transcript

Effective Employment Date:
Anticipated Start Date: June 2022

Application Deadline:
Open Until Filled

Special Comments:
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IMPORTANT NOTICES:
*First review of applications is April 26th and every two weeks thereafter, until the positions are filled.

*It is anticipated that interviews will occur sometime during the 3rd or 4th week of May.

Please note: The selection process typically concludes within four to six weeks from the closing date. There are, however, exceptions to this general guideline. Status updates will be made throughout the process. Please refer to your account for any updates to the status of your application.

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* An electronic, RCCD on-line application must be completed to be considered. All portions of the application must be entirely filled out with all information qualifying an applicant for the position. Only information on the official RCCD application (not resumes) will be considered to determine whether an applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position for which he/she is applying.

* All supporting materials, required or optional, must also be in electronic formats and attached to the electronic, on-line application when applying. Supporting materials are only accepted as Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) or Microsoft Word files and must be less than 2 MB in size.

* An application will not be considered complete unless ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS are electronically attached to the application by the Application Deadline date. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.

* Paper applications and supporting materials, including letters of recommendation, WILL NOT be accepted! All documents must be submitted electronically with the online application.

* Letters of reference, IF REQUIRED, must be NON-CONFIDENTIAL and submitted electronically when applying on-line.

* Interested candidates must apply by the deadline listed above by 8:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time.

* The Riverside Community College District does not require testing at the initial application filing period. As you progress through the selection process, you may be required to perform a job-related test based on the needs of the work area for which you are being considered.

* The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Human Resources & Employee Relations at (951) 222-8595 for assistance.

Application Types Accepted:
Classified/Management/Confidential Application

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