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*                      The Electronic Newsletter                      *
*         of the Association for Institutional Research (AIR)         *
*         Editor - Larry Nelson, Pacific Lutheran University          *
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* POSITION LISTING - Boise State University (ID)                      *
* Donald Canning, Boise State University <AIRCANNI@idbsu.idbsu.edu>   *
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                Coordinator of Institutional Assessment
                            Search Reopened

    Applications and nominations are invited for a full-time coordinator
of Institutional Assessment at Boise State University, a comprehensive
urban university of 15,000 students, located in Boise, Idaho.  The
Coordinator of Institutional Assessment will implement and coordinate
University-wide assessment programs, with emphasis on undergraduate
learning and retention and institutional goals achievement.

Operational Responsibilities:
    Implementing, monitoring, and reporting on the University's Outcomes
Assessment program; guiding and assisting departments in student
outcomes and goals assessment; working with central administration on
program review and accreditation; serving as a member of the University
Outcomes Assessment and Retention Committees; and developing,
implementing, and reporting on a plan for institutional goals
assessment.

Qualifications:
    Minimum of a Master's degree, doctorate preferred; experience in
educational research and assessment required; strong communication
skills; ability to work with faculty, student affairs staff, and
administrative personnel; expertise in outcomes assessment, both
quantitative and qualitative, and retention strategies; and expertise in
data management, collection, and analysis and in computer applications
and statistical packages.

Salary and Benefits:
    Competitive salary dependent upon qualifications and experience with
full benefit package.  AA/EOE.

Application Deadline:
    October 20, 1994, or until filled.

To Apply:
    Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names,
addresses and telephone numbers of three references to:
        Chair, Search Committee
        Office of the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, B-307
        Boise State University,
        1910 University Drive
        Boise, ID  83725
        Phone: (208) 385-1575
        FAX: (208) 385-3779

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* POSITION LISTING - University of Connecticut (CT)                   *
* Pam Roelfs, University of Connecticut <ROELFS@UConnVM.UConn.Edu>    *
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   University Staff Professional - Institutional Research Associate

    The successful candidate for this anticipated position will be
responsible for statistical studies and quantitative analyses of staff
and programs for management decision-making and academic planning.
Bachelor's degree is required; Master's in an analytical discipline
preferred.  Additional qualifications include a comprehensive knowledge
of higher education; expertise in survey and educational research
methods; working knowledge of techniques for evaluation of faculty and
assessment of academic programs; computer skills including designing
information systems and reporting from large data sets with IBM
mainframe FOCUS; excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until
position is filled.  AA/EOE.  Send letter, resume, and names and
addresses of three references to:
        Pam Roelfs, Director, Office of Institutional Research
        U-135, University of Connecticut
        Storrs, CT 06269-2135
    (Search #5A32)

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* POSITION LISTING - Bridgewater State College (MA)                   *
* Ron Maggiore, Bridgewater St. College <rmaggiore@fred.bsc.mass.edu> *
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                           Research Analyst
                   Office of Institutional Research

    Bridgewater State College (MA)  is currently seeking applications
for an experienced analyst to join the Office of Institutional Research.
Bridgewater State is a comprehensive institution with an enrollment of
8300 students, located 28 miles south of Boston and 20 miles north of
Cape Cod.

Responsibilities:
    The Research Analyst is responsible for providing support to the
development of management reports and systems for the student records
and registration area, and programming and analytical support to the
enrollment management function. Core duties include: Providing direct
support to information needs related to student data and provide
analysis of areas such as faculty workload, room scheduling, etc.;
Utilizes query tools extract and maintain  data bases from student
information system production files; supports the  enrollment management
function through analysis of admissions, registration, financial aid,
and other related data.

Qualifications:
    A Bachelor's degree in MIS, computer science, information systems,
or other appropriate discipline is required; Master's degree preferred.
Previous experience in a DEC VAX environment. Experience with 4GL tools
(FOCUS). Previous experience in a higher education setting; experience
with Information Associates (IA) systems preferred. Excellent written
and verbal communication skills.

Salary:  Mid 30's, with a full state benefit package.

Application Date:  September 19, 1994

    Send cover letter, resume, and the name, address and telephone
number of five references to:
        Office of Human Resources
        Boyden Hall, Room 103
        Bridgewater State College
        Bridgewater, MA  02325

    For more information, contact Ron Maggiore, Assistant Vice President
for Enrollment Management & Institutional Research at (508) 697-1262 or
via Internet at <RMAGGIORE@FRED.BSC.MASS.EDU>.

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* POSITION LISTING - University of South Carolina (SC)                *
* Harry Matthews, U. of SC <IRHARRY@UNIVSCVM.CSD.SCAROLINA.EDU>       *
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                      Coordinator for Assessment

    The University of South Carolina seeks an experienced assessment
professional to coordinate activities and programs designed to measure
institutional effectiveness on the Columbia campus, and to coordinate
the reporting on such efforts for the University System. The Coordinator
will be responsible for developing a plan for systematic program review
to include all academic programs on a revolving cycle. The position will
also be responsible for producing an annual report to the State's
coordinating agency on the results of scheduled assessment components.
Working closely with members of the faculty and administration, the
Coordinator will serve as a resource person to assist departments,
colleges and administrative units in conducting effective assessment
measures.

    The credentials for this position include a masters degree and two
years relevant experience in an academic setting. Doctorate with
extensive experience in higher education strongly preferred. Thorough
knowledge of concepts employed in assessment of institutional
effectiveness in a major university environment. Knowledge of testing
methodology, measurement, and statistical evaluation theory and
practice. Ability to work effectively in a collegial but complex
organization is essential.

    The University of South Carolina is the State's flagship university,
with nearly 40,000 students enrolled on eight campuses. The System
awarded over 7800 degrees and certificates in 1993-94. USC-Columbia is a
major research university which also maintains an unequivocal commitment
to quality undergraduate education. The Columbia campus offers a rich
variety of academic programs and awarded over 5800 degrees in 1993-94.
AA/EOE.

    This is a classified State position at Grade 38, with a salary range
of from $31,021 to $47,462.

    Nominations and applications with resumes should be addressed to:

        Dr. Harry G. Matthews
        Director of Institutional Planning and Analysis
        University of South Carolina
        1710 College Street
        Columbia, SC 29208
        Deadline for receipt of such materials is October 14, 1994.

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* POSITION LISTINGS (3) - Mt. Hood Community College (OR)             *
* Dan Walleri, Mt. Hood Community College                             *
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    Grant Funded Positions Available at Mt. Hood Community College

    Three funded (Title III) positions are currently open at Mt. Hood
Community College (near Portland, Oregon).  The three positions are:
assessment specialist (testing and measurement); research associate
(general institutional research); and activity director.  The latter is
a management position responsible for directing grant project involving
improving success of high-risk students (retention, etc.), staff and
curriculum development.  For further information contact Human Resources
Office at (503)667-7645 or Dan Walleri at (503)669-6924, FAX: (503)
667-7389 or write to the following address:
        Mt. Hood Community College
        28000 S.E. Stark St.
        Gresham, OR 97030
        Phone: (503)887-8422
        FAX:   (503)667-7389

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* POSITION LISTING - University of Maryland - Baltimore (MD)          *
* <PSILBERB%UMAB.BITNET@VTVM1.CC.VT.EDU>                              *
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      Management Information Systems Specialist/program Evaluator

    Full-time Associate Staff position in the Office of Planning and
Accountability, School of Nursing at University of Maryland at
Baltimore.  The Management Information Systems Specialist/Program
Evaluator will design and conduct organizational research/
assessment/evaluation studies to support School of Nursing decisions and
conduct multi-faceted assessments of program effectiveness independently
and in conjunction with others. In addition, this individual will be
responsible for establishing and maintaining the School's computerized
management information system.

    Requires Master's degree in related area, preferably with a minimum
of six graduate level credits in research, measurement methods,
statistics and/or information systems and three years of experience in
conducting organizational research /evaluation studies involving
handling large datasets, instrument development and testing and
preparation of reports. Excellent communication skills and proficiency
in WordPerfect, spreadsheets, and graphics; Paradox, SPSS-PC and SPSS-X
and Windows in a multi-use environment a must.  Experience in Microsoft
Word, Harvard Graphics, Fox Pro, Excel, Dbase and Lotus highly
desirable. Doctorate preferred.  AA/EOE/ADA.

    Applications will be reviewed beginning September 9, 1994.  Submit
letter of interest and resume to:
        Beverly Bell, Senior Employment Specialist
        (A-02261)
        University of Maryland at Baltimore
        Office of Human Resources Management
        737 W. Lombard Street
        Baltimore, Maryland  21201

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* POSITION LISTING - University of Southern Indiana (IN)              *
* <MTAYLOR.UCS@smtp.usi.edu>                                          *
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    The University of Southern Indiana invites applications for a
Director of Institutional Research.  Individual will be responsible for
designing, conducting, analyzing, and reporting research studies/
projects; collecting and analyzing data relating to strategic
objectives; designing and coordinating strategic planning processes;
directing the University assessment programs; and collecting and
maintaining detailed information used for educational purposes.  AA/EOE.

    Position requires a master's degree in business, statistics,
economics, or psychology, or applications with emphasis in data analysis
and statistics; three to five years experience in independent research
and data analysis preferably in higher education; a working knowledge of
statistical methods; a demonstrated strong writing ability; and a
working knowledge of computers including desktop publishing, database,
and survey research software.

    Application deadline: October 4, 1994, but applications accepted
until position is filled.  Submit letter of application, resume, and the
names and addresses of three professional references to:
        Dr. Robert Reid
        Vice President for Academic Affairs
        University of Southern Indiana
        8600 University Blvd.
        Evansville, IN  47712.












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