Assessment Specialist

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 29 Mar 2024

Posting Summary


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Posting Number STA00225PO24
Job Family Academic and Professional Training and Development
Job Function Assessment
USC Market Title Assessments Specialist
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/140428
Job Level P2 - Professional
Business Title (Internal Title) Assessment Specialist
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support
Department SAAS U101 and National Resource Center
State Pay Band 5
Approved Starting Salary Salary commensurate with qualifications
Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 37.5
Work Schedule
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Student Services


About USC


About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.


Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu.




Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
Assessment Specialist
  • Do you have experience with higher education student data?
  • Are you a “details” person who enjoys finding opportunities for process improvement?
  • Do you enjoy working with faculty and staff to provide an exceptional experience for students?


The Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support’s Student Success Unit is seeking candidates for the Assessment Specialist position who enjoy team-oriented, collaborative, and fast-paced work environments requiring organization, problem solving, and experience analyzing, interpreting, and reporting both quantitative and qualitative data. The Student Success Unit is comprised of five departments: the Career Center, Student Success Center, Carolina Experience, University 101 Programs, and the National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience & Students in Transition. The Assessment Specialist is part of a three-person, centralized assessment and data analytics team supporting each of the departments within the unit.
The Assessment Specialist’s primary duties include:
  • Managing University 101 Programs’ course evaluation process and the administration of the department’s program and curricular assessment projects.
  • Assisting all departments within the unit with the analysis and reporting of course- and program-related data.
  • Assisting with the creation and maintenance of departmental Tableau dashboards

Perks:
· Work-Life-Balance: Full-time pay with a 37.5 work week with occasional work-from-home options.
· Generous paid time off.
· An engaging and collaborative on-campus environment
· Opportunities for professional development.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and three or more years of related experience, which may be substituted by equivalent combination of certification, training, education, and/or experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A master’s degree and three or more years of experience working with higher education student data and data systems. Experience using Excel, SPSS, and Tableau or other data visualization software. At least two years of experience teaching UNIV 101 or another extended orientation first-year seminar.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Ability to analyze and interpret both quantitative and qualitative data using various statistical and mathematical techniques. Comprehensive knowledge of data collection, data analysis, and presentation of information. Comprehensive familiarity with applicable computer software products (SPSS, Excel, Tableau, etc.). Effective presentation and reporting skills. Ability to resolve problems and communicate outcomes. Ability to interpret plans and interact with various levels of personnel. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to use technology, problem solve, and utilize conscious decision making. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced work environment.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Manage course and program assessment projects for University 101 Programs to support continuous improvement efforts. Assess student learning in UNIV 101 and instructor approaches to the UNIV 101 curriculum. Conduct interviews and lead focus groups with instructors and current and former students to further investigate successful approaches to the course and identify innovative and effective approaches to meeting course learning outcomes. Assemble a Student Advisory Council composed of current UNIV 101 students in the fall to collect timely feedback about the course from a student perspective. Conduct departmental surveys, such as the UNIV 101 Former Student Survey. Prepare First-Year Retention Survey section-specific reports for UNIV 101 instructors.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Consult with and assist other Student Success Unit departments (Student Success Center, Career Center, National Resource Center for The First-Year Experience and Students in Transition, EAB and Student Success Programs, and Carolina Experience) as they manage their area assessment and research projects. Support their continuous improvement efforts by assisting with survey development and administration, preparation and management of data sets, and constituent interviews and focus groups, as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Manage University 101 Programs’ course evaluation process for approximately 350 sections of UNIV courses annually to ensure compliance with university policy ACAF 1.04 and promote access to data for continual course improvement. This duty includes developing survey questions as needed; creating and administering surveys through the university’s Class Climate course evaluation system; monitoring response rates; managing instructor and student reminders and other related communications; working with Class Climate contacts to troubleshoot problems; generating and disseminating course evaluation reports to instructors; and updating longitudinal data reports.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Assist Student Success Unit departments with the analysis and reporting of course- and program-related data to guide departmental decision-making and inform external audiences of the efficacy of the departments’ work. Conduct detailed analyses of departmental and institutional data sets to determine what works, why it works, and for whom it works and to identify gaps in services. Interpret and present data to unit and departmental colleagues for discussion and decision making and make recommendations for programmatic improvements. Assist the unit’s Assessment Data Analyst with the creation and maintenance of departmental Tableau dashboards, as needed.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 20
Job Duty
Other duties as assigned.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10


Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.


Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No
Hazardous weather category Non-Essential


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 05/01/2024
Job Open Date 03/13/2024
Job Close Date 03/29/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
We are only accepting applications submitted by March 29, 2024.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
  • Health and Life Insurance
  • Retirement Programs
  • Paid Tuition
  • Dependent Scholarships
  • Annual Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development Opportunities


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