 | NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY |
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES | |
POSITION CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION | |
| Position Classification Title: | Univ Assessment Spec |
| Position Classification Code: | C5030 |
| Job Family: | Business, Accounting and Finance |
| Pay Level: | 06 |
| Exempt Status: | Exempt |
| This description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of specific duties of any particular position. Duties, responsibilities and bargaining unit eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. | |
| Purpose of Classification: | |
| Within the department of Accreditation, Outcomes and Acad Planning, provides professional planning, coordination, and development for institutional assessment programs and initiatives in support of the University's accreditation goals and objectives. Serves as the primary point-of-contact for constituents across the University regarding day-to-day matters related to assessment, to include providing guidance and informational presentations regarding institutional assessment activities. Maintains digital repositories, monitors document submissions, evaluates program quality, analyzes qualitative and quantitative data, and participates in the submission of official assessment reports. | |
| Standard Duties: | |
| Plans, develops, coordinates and implements assessment activities across the institution; performs direct assessment and assessment analysis; provides technical and professional guidance, consultation, and support to departments regarding assessment, as appropriate. Develops, plans, leads, and/or participates in educational, training, and outreach activities, to include program development and presentation of lectures and/or workshops. Participates in the collection and analysis of various assessment data to support programmatic assessment processes and academic program reviews, including dissemination of results and assisting others with understanding and appropriately utilizing and applying them. Serves as a point of contact for the University's assessment digital archive system; monitors document submissions and evaluates overall program quality. Interprets assessment findings; analyzes and compiles comprehensive statistical and narrative data; assists with the preparation of official assessment reports to summarize findings. Records, stores, manages, and disseminates confidential and sensitive assessment data, as appropriate. Plans, develops, and implements various special projects as assigned; plans, coordinates, promotes and facilitates special events, programs, and/or activities. Participates in the preparation of institutional accreditation as a representative of the Office of Assessment. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. | |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: | |
| Knowledge of assessment methodologies, practices, and principles. Knowledge of continuous quality improvement management principles and practices. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements. | |
| Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities. Advanced research, analytical, critical thinking, and report writing skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups. | |
| Ability to investigate and analyze information and draw conclusions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ability to synthesize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and prepare and present reports effectively. Ability to develop and deliver effective training materials to faculty and staff within area of professional specialty. | |
| Minimum Qualifications: | |
| Education- Bachelor's degree in a related field. | |
| Experience- Three (3) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. | |
| Equivalency- None | |
| Certifications/License- | |
| Departmental Requirements- | |
| Special Requirements- | |