Assessment and Evaluation Specialist
University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX
Office of Institutional Assessment and Effectiveness
Overview: The University of St. Thomas (UST), a private Catholic University committed to the liberal arts and the religious and intellectual tradition of Catholic higher education, located in Houston, Texas, near the vibrant central business district, Texas Medical Center, and museum district, is seeking applicants for a full-time Assessment Coordinator. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the institution's assessment initiatives and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, including SACSCOC.
The role reports to the Director of Institutional Assessment and Effectiveness.
Responsibilities:
- Assessment Development: Support academic and administrative units in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assessment processes aligned with institutional goals and accreditation standards, such as SACSCOC.
- Training and Support: Provide guidance, training, and feedback to Program Directors and Administrative Unit Directors on best practices for identifying outcomes and measures, assessment mapping, collecting results, and using the results for improvement.
- Data Management: Collect, analyze, and report assessment data, utilizing Watermark's Planning and Self-Study platform to support institutional effectiveness.
- Accreditation Compliance: Ensure that assessment activities comply with accreditation requirements, particularly those related to SACSCOC, and assist in preparing documentation for accreditation reviews.
- Program Review Assistance: Support academic program reviews by providing consultation to Deans and Program Directors on assessment-related aspects of the review process.
- Knowledge of Accreditation Process: Demonstrate knowledge of accreditation principles on standards related to student learning outcomes and administrative outcomes (for example, SACSCOC standards 7.3, 8.2.a, 8.2.b, and 8.2.c).
- Collaboration: Work closely with academic and administrative leadership to align assessment initiatives with institutional priorities and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Technology Utilization: Leverage Microsoft Office Suite and other software tools for reporting, data analysis, and presentations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
- Experience: Familiarity with accreditation processes, especially SACSCOC, and experience with assessment or institutional effectiveness in higher education.
- Technology Skills: Proficiency in Watermark's Planning and Self-Study platform and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present data clearly and effectively.
- Mission Commitment: Willingness to support and promote the Catholic identity and mission of the University of St. Thomas.
Application Process: Interested candidates must submit a comprehensive resume, cover letter, and three professional references. In the cover letter, candidates should also articulate their experience with assessment and accreditation, particularly SACSCOC, and their commitment to advancing the mission of Catholic higher education as expressed in the university's mission.
This position has the potential of being performed remotely with periodic requirements to be on campus for trainings and other events.
The University of St. Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
