The Student Success Department at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Associate Dean of Assessment. This position's start date is July 1, 2024.The Associate Dean of Assessment will design, implement, and manage assessment activities that inform program improvements and promote student success. The Associate Dean will be a leader in assessment best practices for the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU), directing program review, general education assessment, and academic program assessment. The Associate Dean will conduct assessment data analysis and write assessment reports. The Associate Dean will manage academic program materials for Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation processes and other program compliance and accreditation needs, where appropriate.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program.For further information regarding CSB and SJU, see http://www.csbsju.edu/about. 

• Design, implement, and manage general education assessment including assessment scheduling, instrument design, data analysis, and writing assessment reports.
• Manage academic program review, including advising and supporting academic programs undergoing review. 
• Lead assessment outreach and education to promote high quality assessment and program review activities.
• Promote continuous improvement of academic programs.
• Design and implement programming to improve general education student outcomes based on assessment results.
• Support program-specific accreditation work where appropriate.
• Serve as a key partner in institutional data governance efforts.
• Coordinate with key partners on institutional compliance activities.
• Serve as the Provost’s designee as an ex-officio member of the Program Assessment Committee (PAC).

• Master’s degree 
• Extensive experience within the last five years designing, implementing, and managing assessment at both the program level and general education level
• Demonstrated skill in designing assessment instruments and procedures
• Demonstrated skill conducting data analysis and writing assessment reports
• Ability to manage large data sets
• Experience with academic accreditation and institutional compliance
• Understanding of assessment best practices and demonstrated ability to implement changes based on data
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging efforts
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in teams and to lead teams
• Results oriented, while sensitive to process 

Preferred:

• Doctoral degree
• Graduate degree in educational assessment/evaluation, educational research, education, or closely related field. 

Travel Requirements:

• Some travel between the campuses of the CSB and SJU.

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply". Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or employment@csbsju.edu.It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.