Association for Institutional Research (AIR) · 4 weeks ago
AVP, Data, Analytics, and Institutional Research
Texas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expThe Association for Institutional Research (AIR) is seeking a strategic leader for the university’s data and analytics ecosystem. This role involves overseeing the enterprise analytics platform, advising university leadership, and leading a high-performing analytics team to support institutional goals and enhance decision-making.
Association
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and vision for the university’s data and analytics ecosystem, aligning institutional research and decision-support activities with the university’s mission, strategic plan, and enrollment goals
Oversee the enterprise analytics platform and data infrastructure, ensuring integrated, accessible, and reliable information that supports planning, accountability, and performance management across all divisions
Serve as a senior advisor to university leadership, delivering actionable insights that inform institutional strategy, policy development, budget planning, and resource allocation
Lead the development of predictive and trend-based analytics models to support enrollment forecasting, student success initiatives, financial modeling, and long-range institutional growth
Advance institutional data governance by establishing clear data standards, accountability frameworks, and campus-wide data literacy programs that strengthen analytic capability and transparency
Represent the university in systemwide, state, and national settings, contributing to research collaborations, benchmarking initiatives, and thought leadership in higher education analytics
Direct the design, implementation, and analysis of institutional and national surveys (e.g., NSSE, COACHE, GRAD SERU) to assess performance, inform strategy, and measure progress toward institutional goals
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing analytics and research team, fostering innovation, professional growth, and a culture of excellence in service to the institution’s mission
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in quantitative disciplines (e.g., Business Adm., Public Policy, Statistics, Educational Measurement, Higher Ed.) and a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible related experience
Demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, machine learning, and data visualization using modern analytics and data science tools
Proven ability to lead complex, enterprise-level analytics and data infrastructure initiatives, with strong project management and organizational change skills
Comprehensive understanding of enrollment management, student success strategies, academic operations, and financial modeling in a higher education context
Exceptional communication and facilitation skills, with the capacity to translate complex data into actionable insights for executive leaders, faculty, and staff
Commitment to advancing data ethics, promoting equity in analytics, and ensuring inclusive and responsible use of institutional data
Strong ability to build collaborative partnerships across academic and administrative divisions, fostering a culture of inquiry, transparency, and continuous improvement
Strategic mindset with the capacity to align institutional goals with data-driven strategies that enhance decision-making, accountability, and institutional effectiveness
Preferred
Doctoral degree in quantitative disciplines (e.g., Business Adm., Public Policy, Statistics, Educational Measurement, Higher Ed.)
Fifteen or more years of progressively responsible experience in data analytics, institutional research, or related areas, including at least seven years in a senior or executive leadership role within a research university or similarly complex organization
Advanced credentials or certifications in data science, analytics, or data management
Demonstrated success in leading data governance initiatives and implementing sustainable frameworks for data quality, stewardship, and compliance
Experience with state and federal reporting requirements, accreditation processes, academic program review, and strategic planning
Demonstrated leadership in advancing enterprise data platforms, cloud-based analytics, and responsible artificial intelligence practices in higher education
Proven ability to design and deliver stakeholder-facing dashboards, reports, and decision-support tools for non-technical audiences
Prior experience serving as a Chief Data Officer, Associate Vice President, or equivalent executive responsible for institutional analytics and data strategy
Company
Association for Institutional Research (AIR)
The Association for Institutional Research (AIR) supports higher education professionals in the collection, analysis, interpretation, and communication of data, and the strategic use of information for effective decision making and planning.
11-50 employees
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JASON LEWIS
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