Assistant Director for Assessment

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking an Assistant Director for Assessment for Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The Assistant Director for Assessment for the Division of Undergraduate Education will conduct research and assessment for the Division’s programs and initiatives, as well as for other Provost’s Office initiatives related to students’ academic and career success.

• Leads the design, execution, and interpretation of qualitative and quantitative assessment methodologies for the Division of Undergraduate Education and selected Provost’s Office initiatives.
• Conducts advanced analyses, synthesizes complex data into actionable insights, and advises senior leadership on program effectiveness, student outcomes, and strategic improvements.
• Develops assessment frameworks, evaluating institutional initiatives related to student engagement, performance, and retention, and translating findings into evidence-based recommendations.
• Collaborates with senior leadership to establish assessment priorities, and chairs the Undergraduate Education Assessment Committee.
• Recommends and conducts quantitative and qualitative research, investigating factors that affect student engagement, performance, and retention.
• Provides training and consultation to Undergraduate Education Division staff on program evaluation and assessment practices.

Minimum Education and Experience

• A master’s degree in statistics, economics, public policy or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in assessment, institutional research, program evaluation, or applied qualitative and quantitative analysis in higher education or a comparably complex organization.

• Understanding and practice of program evaluation, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Experience with statistical programs such as Stata or R.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to self‑direct management of multiple priorities.
• Ability to interact comfortably and professionally with diverse student, staff, and faculty populations.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to create, manage, and analyze large databases in Microsoft Excel and Tableau.

• Prior experience in program evaluation at an institution of higher education or equivalent type of organization.
• A broad understanding of Rutgers University and the academic programs offered by RU‑NB.
• Stata or R, Microsoft Office Software, Qualtrics, Tableau, Canvas, and the other university learning management systems as needed.

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs.
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax‑deferred savings options.
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable).
• Life insurance coverage.
• Employee discount programs.

Minimum Salary: $94,492.00
Mid‑Range Salary: $
Maximum Salary: $
The final salary offer may be determined by several…