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I. JOB OVERVIEW Job Description Summary: The Director of Institutional Research leads and manages institutional research and analysis for The George Washington University in order to support Academic Affairs and other university divisions. The director is responsible for the official reporting of all non-financial statistics and works with others on campus to advance data-driven decision-making. The director is part of a team of exceptional leaders under the Office of Academic Planning and Assessment (APA), which includes the director of Office of Survey Research and Analysis and the Director of Institutional Analysis. The APA also leads assessment of student learning, Middle States accreditation, and Academic Program review.
The ideal candidate will have creative problem-solving skills, be forward-thinking, and proactive. They should be able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously while collaborating with diverse individuals.
Key Responsibilities: Data Management and Data Governance: Ensure data integrity and develop internal processes for accurate reporting and compliance with external standards and institutional policies.Manage databases used for reporting and ensure ethical data storage practices.Business Intelligence and Internal Reporting: Partner with the director of analytics and the university's business intelligence team to support the university's business intelligence system.Produce a University Factbook dashboard, updated several times a year, providing key statistics.Support the Academic Program Review by providing necessary information.Fulfill data requests from key constituents such as the Provost's Office and the Faculty Senate.External Reporting: Complete federal and state surveys (IPEDS, SCHEV) and reports for accreditation agencies.Keep up-to-date on external reporting requirements and ensure university compliance.Support data collection for major accreditation initiatives.Foster a culture of data-informed decision-making through training and support.Management & Professionalism: Collaborate with leadership to ensure a coordinated approach to advancing the goals of the APA.Supervise staff, review work, and manage performance.Maintain a reporting calendar and meet all official reporting deadlines.Develop strong working relationships across university units.Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in institutional research at a regionally accredited institution.Experience with database management systems and proficiency in statistical software.Experience with Enterprise Resource Systems (ERP) and reporting to entities such as the Department of Education.Excellent communication skills in both interpersonal and written forms.GW offers a comprehensive benefit package. For program details and eligibility, please visit GW Benefits Programs.
II. JOB DETAILS Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-5:30
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification.
EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Documents needed to ApplyRequired Documents: ResumeCover Letter
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