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Director of Institutional Research and Chief Data Officer

Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/21/2026
Position Information

Position Information

Position Title:
Director of Institutional Research and Chief Data Officer

Working Title:
Director of Institutional Research and Chief Data Officer

Position Number:
000952

Full-Time Or Part-Time:
Full Time

Time Limited Position:
No

Number of Vacancies:
1

Department:
Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Planning

Posting Number:
0401905

SHRA/EHRA:
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category:
Professional

Hiring Range:
Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency:
Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization:

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Planning engages in ongoing, university-wide evaluative processes to measure achievements and outcomes as they relate to the institution's mission and strategic priorities. The overall goal is to determine whether the institution's units and departments are addressing the institution's mission and priorities using a variety of assessments. In addition, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Planning provides data and information to assist leadership in effective and evidenced-based decision making. Data is also provided to the System Office, regional accreditors, and other critical reporting agencies. The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Planning is also primarily responsible for continuing the accreditation status of the university through the regional accreditor. Institutional Effectiveness is central to the accreditation standards of the institution and its various programs.

The Broad Focus Arears of the Office is as follows:

Continuous Improvement:

Create an effective institutional process about ongoing planning and evaluation, with the intent to improve upon the effectiveness of meeting the mission, achieving, or reaching the University's vision, which results in delivering a higher quality experience for all institutional stakeholders

Strengthen Assessment Strategies:

Implement a systematic process of gathering and interpreting information relevant to our objectives, initiatives, priorities, and operations to evaluate performance, the effective use of resources, and to make improvements.

Develop a Plan for Data/ Information Dissemination:

Provide timely and accurate information/data to leadership and stakeholders to facilitate making evidence-based decisions which is associated with institutional sustainability.

Ensure Data Integrity:

Streamline the data gathering process and ensure data integrity.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule; however, it is not eligible for fully remote work. Selected candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of campus.

The Director of Institutional Research & Chief Data Officer supervises all institutional data requirements, projects, and initiatives. This position is responsible for working collaboratively with all University stakeholders, including administrative units, faculty, staff, and students for the collection of institutional data in support of the University's strategic priorities, internal planning, data needs and external reporting. In addition, the Director of Institutional Research & Chief Data Officer provides leadership in managing institution-wide data and analytical requirements and ensures the integrity and accuracy of institutional data and reports data to The System Office, the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and stakeholders.

Director of Institutional Research & Chief Data Officer:

  • Provide accurate and timely data and information to accrediting bodies, the UNC system, and governmental agencies, internal and external customers, and stakeholders
  • Lead Academic Affairs technology integration initiatives
  • Provide support and training for Argos, IPEDS, and other critical technology
  • Initiate data governance procedures and best practices and develop and implement data visualization strategies.


Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:
  • Graduate of an accredited university with a master's degree or higher.
  • At least 3 years of progressively responsible administrative or professional analytical experience in higher education.
  • Some experience in guiding an institutions data management system.
  • Proficient in the use of a range of information technology systems.
  • Possesses superior written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the demonstrated ability to build a team.


Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
  • Knowledge of higher education accreditation standards and processes.
  • Knowledge of best practices in the higher education academic assessment community.
  • Knowledge of accreditation requirements for higher education; major issues and trends in adult higher education, teaching and adult learning.
  • Skills in quantitative data management and advanced statistical analysis.
  • Skills in qualitative data collection and analysis techniques including focus group interviews, survey design.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex tasks without direct supervision.
  • Ability to coordinate institutional planning and accreditation processes.
  • Provide evidence of developing/writing accreditation standards.
  • Have a working knowledge of accreditation/assessment software.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • SQL Experience
  • Python Experience
  • Power Bi Experience
  • Predictive Modeling Experience


Special Instructions To Applicants:

Notice to Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume."
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Additional Information for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link:
https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/29539

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