Director of Evaluation and Research

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: 21 days ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 17 May 2024

Posting Summary


Logo For Posting
Posting Number RTF00105PO24
USC Market Title Director, Training
Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156171
Business Title (Internal Title) Director of Evaluation and Research
Campus Columbia
Work County Richland
College/Division Division of Information Technology
Department DOIT Business Operations
Advertised Salary Range $72,093 -$108,139
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.
Type of Staff Position Staff Time-Limited (STL)
Basis 12 months
Job Search Category Human Resources/Legal


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 Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), 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 UofSC benefits, access the About Benefits section on the Applicant Portal at uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.


South Carolina Retirement Yes
State Insurance Programs Yes
Annual Leave Yes
Sick Leave Yes


Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
To provide support services to the United States Department of Justice. The incumbent serves as a Program Manager, Director of Evaluation and Research. Reporting to the Chief Learning Officer (CLO) and Deputy CLO, the Director is responsible for leading the strategic planning, implementation, and oversight of the Office of Legal Education’s (OLE) evaluation and research programs. The Director will lead and manage a complex set of strategies designed to accomplish OLE’s organizational goals and the CLO’s priorities. Specifically, the Director is charged with providing leadership in identifying and establishing organization-wide evaluation methodologies to measure and enhance the effectiveness of OLE’s training programs and their impact on the performance of federal legal personnel within the Department of Justice in support of its mission. The Director is also charged with providing leadership in developing and implementing a comprehensive research strategy that supports, validates, and improves OLE’s methodologies, programs, and results.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in a related area with at least two years of successful experience relating to the duties described is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience evaluating programs in the federal government sector; knowledge of or experience with the Kirkpatrick Method of training evaluation; and an advanced degree in educational psychology, research, or evaluation or in a related area.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Must be results-oriented and possess a strong sense of vision, creativity, and initiative. Possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and must understand different approaches to training evaluation and how to conduct reliable and valid research. Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with and lead high-performing teams. Additionally, possess the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in an organized and detail-oriented way. Must also have strong interpersonal and customer service skills and be able to communicate complex information to various constituencies, including OLE faculty, staff, students, and senior Department of Justice officials. Sound judgment, high ethical standards, and professionalism are essential.


Job Duties


Job Duty
Lead and direct initiatives to standardize, collect, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data on training effectiveness and impact, including how to best use pre-course, during-course, and end-of-course tools to gather Kirkpatrick level 1, 2, and 3 information for various mission-critical training programs. Identify existing and additional Kirkpatrick level 3 drivers that OLE and its partners can implement to increase the transfer of learning to work and, ultimately, to better advance the Department’s mission. Lead and direct initiatives to collect and report Kirkpatrick level 3 and 4 information as needed. Using evaluation data, identify areas for improvement in training approach and methodology and work with training teams to implement enhancements.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 30
Job Duty
Develop a research program plan for OLE designed to help ensure that its training approach adheres to accepted educational principles related to adult learning and that its methodologies are sound. Direct and manage OLE’s research program, conducting or directing valid and reliable research to advance program goals, including ensuring the validity of research on which the Faculty Development Institute (FDI) program is based and conducting additional research needed to support FDI program goals.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 25
Job Duty
Identify and oversee the implementation of appropriate, valid, reliable, and rigorous research methodologies to validate and improve existing educational programs and determine the need for the development of new programs. Collaborate with the University on research partnerships of mutual interest, recruiting and vetting student researchers and overseeing their work.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 15
Job Duty
Lead and direct initiatives to effectively aggregate and report quantitative and qualitative data on training effectiveness and impact. Conduct training or provide reference materials for OLE staff members regarding available evaluation methodologies and how to use them.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Provide advice and guidance to OLE staff and faculty on how they can apply program findings to improve training outcomes. Provide advice and guidance to OLE leadership, Executive Office of United States Attorney’s (EOUSA) leadership, and/or senior Department of Justice officials on OLE training outcomes and how to further enhance those outcomes based on findings of evaluation and research programs. At the end of each fiscal year, aggregate and report the quantitative and qualitative data collected for inclusion in OLE’s annual summary report. Quarterly or as requested, report on work completed and objectives accomplished in OLE’s research and evaluation programs.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 10
Job Duty
Consult with working groups and training teams to develop evaluation plans for new or ongoing training programs to measure effectiveness and impact.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5
Job Duty
Organize focus groups to support program goals, including examining Kirkpatrick level 1, 2, and 3 feedback for each of OLE’s delivery methods.
Essential Function Yes
Percentage of Time 5


Position Attributes


Hazardous weather category Non-Essential
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. No


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date 06/17/2024
Position End Date 06/30/2029
Job Open Date 04/02/2024
Job Close Date 05/17/2024
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 May 17, 2024
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/166411
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Similar Positions