Director Insitutional Research & Assessment & Accreditation

National Defense University (NDU) supports the joint warfighter by providing rigorous Joint Professional Military Education to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and select others in order to develop leaders who have the ability to operate and creatively think in an unpredictable and complex world.This is a Title 10 Excepted Service Appointment. Appointment is not to exceed 3 years with the possibility for extension.Required Qualifications:Master's degree from an accredited college or university in educational methodology, educational measurement, higher education administration, information systems, applied statistics or related discipline required.A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in assessment planning and implementation, data analysis, and reporting experience in an academic environment.Thorough knowledge of institutional research and assessment principles and techniques and skill in their application.Expert knowledge and application of higher education and assessment theory.Record of independent analytic writing, research and engagement.Demonstrated experience with institutional and program accreditation procedures and preparation of self-studies.Aptitude for collaboration within and across all areas of the institutional organization, and the ability to develop relationships and coordinate with leaders across government and industry.Demonstrated experience consulting with faculty and higher education leadership to facilitate curriculum development, strategic planning, and evidence-based decision making.Demonstrated expertise in student assessment and development of rubrics.Desired Qualifications.Terminal degree from an accredited college or university in educational methodology, educational measurement, higher education administration, information systems, applied statistics or related discipline.Knowledge and application of education and assessment theory as applied to JPME.Demonstrated experience teaching at the graduate level, preparing and delivering lectures and seminar instruction.Volunteer Experience:Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills, and can provide valuable training and experience that translates to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.#J-18808-Ljbffr