Assistant Director of Institutional Effectiveness Research and Analytics (IERA)

Assistant Director of Institutional Effectiveness Research and Analytics (IERA)

Reporting to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness, the Assistant Director of Institutional Effectiveness provides leadership for student success analytics, institutional research operations, and the coordinated implementation of data-informed strategies that advance Bellevue College's Be Bold Strategic Plan. The position exists to strengthen institutional capacity for equitable student success, continuous improvement, and operational clarity by aligning analytics, planning, and decision-making with the college's priorities of Students, People, Community, and Operations.

The Assistant Director serves as a key operational and strategic partner to the Executive Director, providing leadership for student success and equity metrics, institutional dashboards, and cross-functional analytic work that informs planning, accreditation, and continuous improvement. As a member of the Institutional Effectiveness leadership team, the Assistant Director supervises professional staff, ensures the quality and usability of institutional data, and acts with delegated authority as assigned to support continuity, alignment, and shared accountability across institutional effectiveness efforts.

Position Summary

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Position Salary Range: $87,556/year - $126,956/year. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hires start no higher than $97,406/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits are offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position may be eligible for overtime under the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Positions with salaries below the is eligible for overtime pay.

About The College

Bellevue College is a vibrant, student-centered institution located just 10 miles east of Seattle. Serving one of the most diverse student populations in Washington - we are proud to reflect the global community we serve.

As an employer, Bellevue College is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered. We believe that our faculty and staff are essential partners in fulfilling our mission, and we prioritize professional growth, collaboration, and innovation in everything we do. Employees at Bellevue College benefit from opportunities to expand their skills, contribute to meaningful work that changes lives, and engage in a community that is deeply committed to inclusion.

We are dedicated to creating an environment where creativity and innovation thrive, and where the contributions of every employee help shape both the success of our students and the vitality of the region. At Bellevue College, you will find a community that supports your goals, values your voice, and celebrates your impact.

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About the Department

The Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research & Analytics provides leadership for data-informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and accountability in support of Bellevue College's Be Bold Strategic Plan. The department works collaboratively across the college to advance the priorities of Students, People, Community, and Operations by strengthening institutional alignment, equity-focused analysis, accreditation support, and transparent reporting. Through accessible analytics, research, and evidence-informed planning, Institutional Effectiveness builds shared understanding, removes barriers, and ensures that institutional strategies translate into measurable impact and long-term sustainability.

Essential Functions

Institutional Research, Analytics, & Decision Support

Provide leadership for institutional research, analytics, and reporting practices that support planning, accreditation, and data-informed decision-making across the college.

Oversee development and maintenance of institutional dashboards, reports, and analytic tools to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility.

Coordinate cross-functional analytic projects that support strategic planning, program review, and institutional performance monitoring.

Provide leadership for campus education, consultation, and capacity-building related to institutional data, dashboards, and analytic tools.

Lead and coordinate training sessions, workshops, and consultations for faculty, staff, and departments on the effective use of data dashboards, reports, and metrics to support planning, assessment, and continuous improvement.

Consult with departments and units on the development, interpretation, and tracking of appropriate metrics aligned with institutional priorities, equity goals, and strategic initiatives.

Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for diverse internal audiences.

Supervision, Team Leadership, & Operational Management

Provide supervision and operational leadership for assigned Institutional Effectiveness staff, ensuring high-quality work, effective collaboration, and sustainable workload management.

Supervise professional staff, including assignment of work, performance management, coaching, and professional development.

Set priorities, timelines, and quality standards for analytic and research work in alignment with institutional needs.

Foster a collaborative, service-oriented team culture that emphasizes accountability, equity, and continuous improvement.

Support workforce stability and capacity by aligning staff skills, roles, and workflows with evolving institutional priorities.

Accreditation, Planning, & Institutional Alignment Support

Support accreditation, institutional planning, and continuous improvement efforts through coordinated data analysis, evidence development, and cross-functional alignment.

Support the Executive Director in NWCCU accreditation activities, including evidence preparation, data validation, and reporting.

Coordinate analytic support for strategic planning, goal monitoring, and institutional effectiveness reporting.

Ensure alignment between institutional metrics, planning frameworks, and reporting requirements.

Act with delegated authority on behalf of the Executive Director as assigned to ensure continuity of institutional effectiveness operations

Other

Provide leadership service and institutional representation through participation in Academic Affairs and college wide committees, councils, and strategic initiatives that advance institutional priorities.

Serve on Academic Affairs leadership teams, councils, and committees to support alignment between institutional effectiveness work and academic strategy.

Represent Institutional Effectiveness, Research & Analytics in cross-divisional planning, coordination, and decision-making forums.

Contribute institutional effectiveness expertise to strategic initiatives, task forces, and time-bound projects aligned with the Be Bold Strategic Plan.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in higher education, social sciences, public policy, data analytics, institutional research, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and progressively responsible professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in institutional research, student success analytics, institutional effectiveness, planning, or a closely related area within higher education or a comparably complex organization.

Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating complex analytic or research work, including responsibility for prioritization, quality control, and cross-functional collaboration.

Demonstrated experience using data to support student success, equity-focused improvement, strategic planning, or continuous improvement initiatives.

Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders across Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and/or administrative units to inform decision-making and institutional priorities.

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex data, analyses, and findings clearly to diverse audiences, including senior leaders, faculty, and staff.

Demonstrated commitment to equity, student success, and institutional effectiveness, consistent with evidence-informed improvement frameworks (e.g., Achieving the Dream or comparable models).

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in higher education, public administration, social science, data analytics, or a related field. A combination of relevant education and progressively responsible professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Experience providing supervision, lead responsibility, or functional leadership for professional staff, project teams, or cross-functional work groups.

Experience supporting or leading Achieving the Dream (ATD), guided pathways, student success initiatives, or similar institutional change efforts.

Experience supporting accreditation, strategic planning, program review, or institutional reporting, including preparation of data or evidence for external or internal review.

Experience with higher education data systems and analytic tools such as ctcLink/PeopleSoft, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or comparable platforms.

Familiarity with the Washington State community and technical college system or a similarly complex public higher education environment.

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical