Assessment Specialist

Position Information Position Information Vacancy Number: S-01061 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: 08/30/2023 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.
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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.
Auburn University at Montgomery is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment.
Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
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* Describe how results from an assessment process can lead to academic improvement.
Please be specific and give details.
(Open Ended Question) * 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) * Describe your involvement in assessment or academic program review? Please be specific and give details.
(Open Ended Question) * Please describe your experience with SPSS, Excel, Access and/or similar software and rate the level of proficiency for each one.
(Open Ended Question)