Data Analyst/Data Analytics In

SUMMARY This position provides comprehensive institutional research services for Southwest Tech in order to enhance data-driven decision making and college effectiveness in meeting college goals. This position applies quantitative & qualitative research and statistical analysis methods to collect data and evidence of student learning; evaluate data, interpret results, identify emerging trends and student learning results; and make recommendations to improve student success. This is a dual role, and 25% of this positions time will be dedicated to delivering education and training to students through effective instruction. Instructors promote student success by demonstrating and maintaining instructional excellence and currency in their field throughout employment at the college. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE Collect, organize, and monitors data necessary to complete external surveys and ensures accurate and timely data reporting. Duties could include, but are not limited to, responsible for collecting, analyzing and reporting IPEDS data; data for the HLC Federal Compliance reporting for accreditation; overseeing and approving data reported; developing processes to accurately and efficiently report data; Coordinates and organizes the components of community, college-wide, and state surveys including those required by the WTCS, new program needs assessments, HLC accreditation, course assessments, and other surveys as requested. Compiles and communicates results. Provides guidance to councils and teams, leadership, faculty, and staff in using and accessing data. Develops and conducts trainings to enhance data literacy college-wide. Conduct analysis of data, and share findings to assist leadership, faculty and staff make data informed decisions. Research job outlook, program viability, demographic data and other information required for the support of new programs, program modifications offered at the college, or evidence to support grant applications. Conducts and coordinates college research activities. Meets with key stakeholders to identify research question to be answered. Works with IT and other departments as appropriate to gather data sets needed to conduct research. Runs statistical analysis to identify correlations or othe