Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning, and Assessment

Company: University of Houston-Downtown
Location: Houston
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description - Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning, and Assessment (STA010485) Job Description Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning, and Assessment - ( STA010485 ) Associate Vice President, Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning, and Assessment Department Name : D0005 Institutional Effectiveness Description Salary Range: $136,315/year or higher, commensurate with experience and/or education

The Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness, Strategic Planning, and Assessment leads the development of a strategic vision and plan for academic innovation that enhances UHD's identity and commitments and aligns with institutional priorities. Responsible for administering, and overseeing efforts related to accreditation, assessment, cultivating and strengthening partnerships, student retention, and student completion efforts, as well as new academic affairs data-driven planning and assessment initiatives. DUTIES

• Directs, coordinates, and oversees institution-wide assessment efforts and promotes alignment with the University of Houston-Downtown's mission, vision, and strategic priorities
• Oversees the academic and strategic planning process; leads and coordinates university-wide strategic planning initiatives
• Oversees curricular assessment and accreditation efforts in cooperation with the deans and other AVPs in the Office of the Provost
• Plans, develops, and maintains an institution-wide performance dashboard of key metrics and supports the development of similar dashboards and metrics for divisional strategic plans through collaboration with Information Technology and other campus units
• Provides data and analysis to describe the University of Houston-Downtown and its position in the higher education arena to internal and external audiences, and supports enrollment management, market research, and university relations
• Works with administrative units to improve access to and integrity of institutional data, including leadership of data governance in collaboration with the Information Technology Office and Enrollment Management
• Serves as the Accreditation liaison, fostering positive/productive relations with the SACSCOC and the THECB (on matters related to academic administration)
• Assists in providing necessary data for the creation of annual budgets in academic affairs and business and finance areas
• Ensures compliance with local, state, federal, and accrediting reporting requirements
• Oversees gathering of meaningful data that can inform program assessment for future improvements
• Serves as the point of contact for MOUs and builds collaborative programs and initiatives with a variety of partners through MOUs and articulation agreements, in collaboration with the Provost and other AVPs in the Office of the Provost
• Serves on the Academic policy committee
• Plans, in cooperation with the other units, the Provost, and the AVPs in the Office of the Provost, efforts, and initiatives related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as they interface with the scope of work of the academic affairs unit
• Coordinates and leads other projects as assigned by the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs MARGINAL DUTIES
  • Performs all other duties assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct Reports: -Full-Time Employees Delegation of Work: Regularly assigns work to subordinate(s) Supervision Given: Makes final decision on evaluating employee performance; hiring new employees; disciplinary actions; makes the final decision on scheduling employee work hous; makes the final decision on coaching and counseling; training; provides recommendations on handling employee grievances and complaints, and makes the final decision on granting time off. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge:
    • Knowledge of effective higher education assessment processes and modes to effectively track, organize, analyze, and use assessment data Skills:
      • Effective organizational, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills as well as experience in planning and assessment Abilities:
        • Ability to develop and foster collaborative, diverse, and cross-functional working relationships with executive leadership, peers, direct reports, and all those served by the University of Houston-Downtown WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS Primary Work Location: -Works in an office environment Physical Demands: Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment that does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements. The position is -physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. The work environment involves minimal exposure to physical risks. EEO/AA Qualifications Required Education: Terminal degree Required Experience: -Minimum of five (5) years of related job experience. Higher education leadership experience at the level of program coordinator or higher. Must meet the requirements for tenure and rank of associate or full professor at UHD. License/Certification: -None Required About University of Houston Downtown The University of Houston-Downtown - the second largest university in Houston - is a comprehensive four-year university offering bachelor's and selected master's degree programs and providing strong academic and career preparation as well as life-long learning opportunities. -Located in the heart of the city, the University reflects the diversity of the Greater Houston Metropolitan Area, and, through its academic programs, engages with the community to address the needs and advance the development of the region. -UHD is an inclusive community dedicated to integrating teaching, service, and scholarly research to develop students' talents and prepare them for success in a dynamic global society. UHD draws students from throughout the Greater Houston area. UHD is considered one of the most ethnically diverse liberal arts institutions in the southwest, a distinction that indicates the student body accurately reflects the Houston community's wealth of cultures, languages and nationalities. The University offers all students a specially tailored opportunity for quality higher education, as well as small classes. UHD employs over 1,100 faculty and staff. - Since opening its doors in 1974, UHD has grown in mission and service, and now offers baccalaureate degrees in 45 areas and nine master's degree programs. Over 15,000 students attend classes in five colleges: Marilyn Davies College of Business; Humanities and Social Sciences; Public Service; Sciences and Technology; and University College. UHD boasts over 56,000 alumni and is noted nationally as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Minority-Serving Institution . As one of the four distinct and separate components of the University of Houston System, UHD offers educational opportunities and access to students from a variety of backgrounds, including many first-generation college students, students who work full- or part-time, students with additional -family obligations, and students who transfer from community colleges and other higher education institutions. -The University of Houston System is a public system of higher education that includes three other universities in addition to UHD-the University of Houston , UH-Clear Lake and UH-Victoria . - Required Attachments by Candidate : Resume, Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Letters of Recommendation Schedule : Full-time Employee Status Job Posting : Jul 29, 2022, 1:57:34 PM Closing Date (Period for Applying) - External University of Houston-Downtown One Main Street Houston, TX 77002 713-221-8000

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