[Hiring] Assessment Specialist @Strayer Education, Inc.

Role Description

The Assessment Specialist facilitates the acquisition and analysis of learning outcomes and program performance data for continuous improvement. The specialist is the learning outcome data expert who provides learning outcomes reports and evidence of data credibility. The specialist also supports and administers assessment quality initiatives related to accreditation and institutional effectiveness. This role works with various stakeholders across the organization, including leaders and practitioners, to create and influence the evaluative culture by obtaining and using learning outcomes data and program data sources in support of academic quality improvement and institutional goals.

• Aggregate, analyze and interpret outcome results to present data expert judgments and recommend actions for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate the use of learning and program outcomes data (e.g., persistence, graduation rate, professional advancement, program competitiveness, etc.) with academic leaders and faculty to improve curriculum, instruction, and program performance.
• Partner with stakeholders to convert ideas into actionable and measurable projects.
• Collaborate with academic and organizational leaders to develop and support learning outcomes assessment plans.
• Support accreditation efforts through development and maintenance of the assessment and program review cycles and documentation.
• Influence the data-driven evaluative culture by assisting in developing and implementing assessment initiatives at all institutional levels (e.g., university‐level, degree-level, school‐level, program‐level, and course-level) to augment academic quality and effectiveness.
• Apply ethical data practices to safeguard data collection and analysis and present findings in accordance with ethical standards.
• Develop tools, processes, templates, and training of best practices to drive and contribute to the improvement and efficiency of assessment and program evaluation processes.
• Evaluate and make recommendations concerning assessment instruments and practices (e.g., test item analysis and assessment design).
• Represent organizational assessment and program review expertise serving on academic program review teams, other committees and workgroups as assigned.
• Share standards-based assessment practices and serve as a consultant for teams and partners on instructionally- and practically-sound assessment solutions.
• Stay abreast of trends in assessment of student learning, learning design, and delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate effectively, persuasively, and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with leadership, cross-functional teams, and both internal and external audiences.
• Ability to establish professional, effective, trusted relationships with stakeholders in a collaborative virtual working environment.
• Ability to adapt to a professional culture that combines the traditions of higher education with the innovation of a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and excel at learning new things quickly and comprehensively under tight deadlines.
• Strong organization and management skills to proactively manage and prioritize projects and activities with firm deadlines.
• Experience with gathering and manipulating data (e.g., creating data visualizations) and willingness to learn data tools, such as Qualtrics, Tableau, Power BI, or Excel.
• Demonstrated understanding of data reporting and sufficient capacity in data analysis and research skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and developing both quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills.
• The willingness to jump in and learn new tools and processes and take on new responsibilities.
• Working knowledge of distance learning trends in design, delivery, and evaluation.

Requirements

• Minimum 2‐3 years related work experience in an educational setting.
• Preferred experience in educational assessment, curriculum, instructional design, and/or teaching.
• Bachelors in related field required; Graduate degree preferred.
• Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane, car or metro.
• Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role.
• If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
• This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
• Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
• Able to access information using a computer.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• $67,700 and $84,600 is the expected starting pay for this position.
• SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week, including:
• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans.
• Well-being incentives.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off and certain paid holidays.
• Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA).
• 401(k) retirement benefit.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Entertainment and retail discounts.
• Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.