Association for Institutional Research (AIR) · 3 weeks ago
Director of Strategy and Data Analysis
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$68K/yr - $93K/yr
3+ years expThe Association for Institutional Research (AIR) is seeking a Director of Strategy and Data Analysis who will provide leadership in institutional data management and reporting. This role is essential for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timely dissemination of institutional data required for various reporting, accreditation, and strategic planning initiatives.
Association
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation, validation, and submission of federal, state, and local reporting requirements, including IPEDS, Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) reports, federal compliance submissions, state funding metrics, and institutional accountability measures
Maintain strong documentation practices, audit trails, and standardized definitions to ensure transparency, accuracy, and repeatability of reporting processes
Provide accurate data and analyses to support Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation, academic program review, strategic planning, and institutional effectiveness initiatives
Collaborate with the Executive Director to advance KCKCC’s data governance framework, including policies, standards, and procedures promoting accuracy, consistency, and security
Work closely with Information Technology, Enrollment Management, Student Services, and Academic Affairs to strengthen data definitions, improve data quality, and support reliable reporting across systems
Lead data validation processes and ensure adherence to FERPA, data security guidelines, and institutional data governance protocols
Design and maintain dashboards and visual tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) that present institutional data in clear, intuitive, and user-friendly formats
Promote transparency and accessibility of institutional data by creating visualizations that support understanding among faculty, staff, administrators, and community partners
Assist units in developing and using data visualizations to support operational needs, program effectiveness, and grant compliance
Build strong partnerships with departments across the college to understand data needs and provide high-quality analytical support
Offer training and consultation to improve data literacy, helping stakeholders interpret metrics, understand definitions, and utilize dashboards in their daily work
Communicate complex information clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, including cabinet members, faculty councils, and college committees
Supervise Institutional Effectiveness (IE) analysts and reporting staff, establishing clear expectations, priorities, and project timelines to ensure excellence in data reporting and analysis
Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment aligned with KCKCC’s values of integrity, equity, innovation, and continuous improvement
Contribute to IE strategic initiatives and participate in college-wide committees supporting data-informed practice
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in educational administration, institutional research, statistics, data analytics, public administration, business administration, information systems, or related fields
Three – Five (3-5) years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research, data analysis, or related functions, preferably within a community college or open-access institution
Experience with federal and state reporting requirements, including IPEDS and KBOR reports
Preferred
Experience within the Kansas higher education system or familiarity with Kansas Board of Regents reporting structures
Knowledge of Guided Pathways, HLC accreditation standards, and community-college student success initiatives
Experience leading data governance or data quality projects
Supervisory experience or leadership of cross-functional project teams
Familiarity with predictive analytics, forecasting, and advanced statistical modeling
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision health benefits
Twenty paid holidays
Generous sick, vacation, and personal leave
Educational assistance for you and your dependents
Hybrid schedules for applicable positions
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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Zehra Raza
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