Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness/Research
POSITION: Full Time
JOB SUMMARY
Job Code: 32703
LOCATION: Griffin Campus
The Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness (VPIE) provides direction and oversight for institutional
assessment, assessment of student learning, institutional research and strategic planning initiatives. The VPIE
serves as the college liaison to accreditation agencies. The VPIE oversees a comprehensive program of
institutional research designed to support the mission of the college, to inform management decision-making,
and to meet reporting requirements as mandated by state, federal, and other external agencies or as needed
by stakeholders.
MAJOR DUTIES
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Directs the design and execution of plans for maintaining accredited status for the college, as well as
program specific accreditations, certifications and licensures; serves as institutional liaison to
accreditation agencies; prepares accreditation documentation files for review by accreditation agency
staff; prepares and submits annual reports as required; provides guidance to instruction administration
concerning accreditation matters; Provides accreditation training as required;
Coordinates and oversees the strategic planning process for the college; advises college administration
and other staff on progress, problems, solutions and desirable changes in relation to strategic planning;
schedules and conducts meetings to present, explain and discuss the strategic plan with individuals
and groups; provides input in college policies and procedures; compiles and distributes annual reports;
establishes time frames needed to complete projects according to federal, state, external agency, and
department deadlines;
Advances the vision, mission, purpose and values of the college across multiple campuses;
communicates accurate information to department staff and outside entities; meets with outside entities
for the promotion of policies and procedures and the sharing of resources; serves on appropriate
college standing and ad hoc committees; reviews reports and other documentation to monitor levels of
activity and to identify staff problem areas and strengths; analyzes decisions made by staff to ensure
adherence to policies, regulations and department/college goals;
Coordinates the development of program goals, objectives, policies and standards for quality
assurance; analyzes and assesses the effectiveness of existing programs; coordinates the institutional
research needed to evaluate the college’s effectiveness; prepares and updates planning documents;
reviews reports of independent project efforts to determine areas of weakness; recommends corrective
actions and sets deadline; provides interpretations and guidance to college personnel to ensure
compliance with state, regional and federal regulations; collects, analyzes and organizes data for input
into planning and evaluation activities; provides evaluative services that ensure the ability to examine
the effectiveness of academic programs and services; coordinates the preparation of the Integrated
Postsecondary Education Data System, college boards, and various reports;
Maintains the components of the Performance Accountability System; coordinates annual PAS reports
and documents;
Monitors the Federal Perkins grant activities and budget expenditures in accordance with federal
guidelines; prepares and submits to SCTC budget amendments/adjustments for the Perkins grant;
Researches grants and other funding alternatives;
Represents the department at various internal and external meetings; Represents the college at
intercollegiate and inter-agency meetings dealing with accreditation and institutional effectiveness
matters;
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Implements SCTC Policies and Procedures related to the college’s Institutional Effectiveness
processes Develops, implements, updates, and communicates to college employees college
procedures related to the Institutional Effectiveness unit;
Manages and oversees financial/budget operation of the unit; Maintains up-to-date procedures and
state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives;
Directs and participates in the recruitment, selection, assignment of assigned personnel, Monitors the
activities of personnel to ensure compliance with SCTC policy manual and department procedures;
Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information.
COMPETENCIES
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Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary technical education
Knowledge of program assessment and strategic planning strategies
Knowledge of college and/or program accreditation standards, policies and procedures
Knowledge of budget development and management principles
Knowledge of local demographics, regional issues, and the social culture of the community
Knowledge of procedures, concepts, and research methods necessary for collection, analysis, and
administration of various means of assessment utilized in higher education setting.
Ability to relate effectively to people of varied academic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds
using tact, diplomacy and courtesy
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Oral and written communication skills
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Decision making and problem solving skills
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Master’s degree *and* Three (3) years of related work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Seven to ten years of progressive administrative experience at the senior level of management, as well as
strong communications and interpersonal skills are preferred; must have a demonstrated record of teaching,
scholarship and service.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is commensurate with education and work experience. Benefits include paid state holidays, paid annual
and sick leave and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.
SPECIAL NOTES
Only those who are scheduled for an interview will be notified of the status of this position.
Candidates must successfully complete a criminal, motor vehicle, and credit background investigation.
Southern Crescent Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender,
religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The
following persons(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX/Equity Coordinator (Griffin Campus, Butts County
Center and the Jasper County Center) Toni Doaty, Griffin Campus, 501 Varsity Road, Griffin, GA 30223, (770)228-7382, tdoaty@sctech.edu; ADA/Section 504
Coordinator (Griffin Campus, Butts County Center and the Jasper County Center) Teresa Brooks, 501 Varsity Road, Griffin, GA 30223, (770)228-7258,
tbrooks@sctech.edu; Title IX/Equity and ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (Flint River Campus and Taylor County Center), 1533 Highway 19 South, Thomaston, GA 30286,
(706) 646-6224, For Title IX/Equity and ADA/Section 504, (Employee complaints) Sharon Irby, 501 Varsity Road, Griffin, GA 30223, (770) 229-3454, sirby@sctech.edu.
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