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Program Manager IV

Director of Research and Policy Analysis

Recruitment #14-005479-003

Introduction

Director of Research and Policy Analysis

Maryland Higher Education Commission

Program Manager IV (5479)

GRADE

Grade 22

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy Grasmick Education Building, 6 N Liberty Street, 10th FL, Baltimore, MD 21201

Main Purpose of Job

The Director of Research and Policy Analysis leads the department responsible for providing data, information reports and in-depth analysis regarding Maryland's postsecondary institutions, and advises the Secretary of Higher Education, Governor's Office and General Assembly on key higher education issues. Specific position responsibilities include:

POSITION DUTIES

  • Measuring progress toward the statewide completion goals, and assisting in the coordination of completion efforts across all postsecondary institutions
  • Developing annual enrollment projections
  • Coordinating performance accountability reports for public colleges and universities
  • Producing retention and graduation reports for community colleges and four-year universities
  • Serving as a member of the leadership team for the State Plan for Postsecondary Education  with specific responsibility for assessing progress toward meeting the Plan’s goals
  • Providing policy reports on specific issues as requested by the Governor’s Office and General Assembly
  • Coordinating agency’s support and contribution to the Maryland Longitudinal Data System
  • Coordinating the response to data and information requests received from other state agencies, the General Assembly, postsecondary institutions and public at-large.
  • Providing leadership, professional development and growth opportunities for the staff members in the Research and Policy Analysis department

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education: Possession of a Master's degree from an accreddited institution.

Experience: Five years of experience in higher education research and planning, including a history of designing and coordination of large-scale collaborative projects and complex research studies.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will be an experienced leader in higher education with excellent analytical skills and the ability to convey complex research findings to lay audiences.  Applicants should have experience managing projects with deadlines, working collaboratively as part of a team, and leading work groups. Competitive applicants will possess a Ph.D. from an accredited institution.  Additionally, applicants should have:

  • Expertise in social science research methods and knowledge of data collection and analysis techniques utilizing either SPSS or SAS.
  • A solid record of using data to inform policy decisions and recommendations.
  • A thorough understanding of critical issues regarding all segments of postsecondary education.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

For education obtained outside the U.S. you will be required to provide proof of the equivalent American education by a foreign credential evaluation service.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of all candidates’ education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position.  Therefore it is important that applicants provide complete and accurate information related to this position.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Submit application, and cover letter/resume (in one PDF or Word document) via Jobaps. Online applications are strongly preferred. Papers applications may be faxed to 410-332-0275. Questions may be directed to Mr. Greg FitzGerald at gfitzger@mhec.state.md.us

 

The Director of Research and Policy Analysis serves at the pleasure of the Secretary of Higher Education.

 

As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.




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