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Chief Data and Institutional Effectiveness Officer Join to apply for the Chief Data and Institutional Effectiveness Officer role at Association for Institutional Research (AIR) . Application Procedure Required Applicant Documents: Resume/C.V. Cover Letter Reference List (names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references) Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on \\"Apply\\". Contact Information for Applicants: Cindy Lotz [email protected] Important Information for Applicants This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law, you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence. If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311. Application Opened: 09/08/2025 09:00 AM CST Application Closes: Open Until Filled Job Duties The Chief Data and Institutional Effectiveness Officer (CDIEO) is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the governance, management, and utilization of data across the university. The CDIEO ensures that data is leveraged to support institutional effectiveness, student success, academic planning, and operational efficiency. The CDIEO will lead efforts to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and security while fostering a data-driven culture across academic and administrative units. The role leads the University Data Analytics Unit and collaborates with senior leadership, faculty, and staff to align data initiatives with the university’s strategic goals, including student success, research advancement, and operational optimization. The CDIEO will also monitor operational data and alert the CFO and university leadership about emerging trends and patterns that impact the effectiveness of institutional priorities. Job Qualifications Bachelor's degree Minimum of 7 years of experience in data management, analytics, information governance, or institutional research, preferably in higher education or the public sector Demonstrated experience in building and implementing enterprise data strategies and governance frameworks Exceptional communication, project management, and change leadership skills Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in data science, information systems, higher education administration, or a related field Experience with data analytics, data warehousing, and business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) Demonstrated experience with leveraging data to inform institutional strategy, planning, and effectiveness Familiarity with higher education data systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Canvas) and experience with accreditation processes Institution Description On February 18, 1857, Illinois Gov. William Bissell signed a bill creating a normal school and establishing the Board of Education of the state of Illinois as its governing body. The bill stipulated that the permanent location would be the place that offered the most favorable inducements. Jesse W. Fell undertook the campaign for Bloomington and secured financial backing totaling $141,000. Abraham Lincoln, acting as attorney for the Board, drew up the bond guaranteeing the Bloomington citizens would fulfill their financial pledges. Illinois State University was consequently founded as the first public institution of higher education in the state. Established as a teacher education institution, Illinois State has evolved into a multipurpose university with degree programs ranging from bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Seven colleges offer approximately 174 undergraduate majors, 97 master’s programs, 17 doctoral degrees, and forty certificate options. Illinois State is one of twelve public universities in Illinois and boasts an alumni base exceeding 235,000. Benefits Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options Tuition waiver benefits available to staff and their eligible dependents Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks Paid benefit time Additional University Benefit information, including eligibility for the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: Seniority level Executive Employment type Full-time Job function Information Technology Industries: Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr Association for Institutional Research (AIR)

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