Recruitment #24-2077-001
Date Opened | 9/2/2024 08:00:00 AM |
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Filing Deadline | 9/27/2024 4:00:00 PM |
Location |
Los Angeles Community College District Office
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Salary | $10,438.01 - $12,930.86/mo; $125,256.12 - $155,170.32/yr (based on a full time 12-mo position) |
Job Type | Open & Promotional (Dual) |
Conducts complex and difficult research studies related to educational programs, planning, and development and supervises the activities of a small research unit.
Conducts the more difficult research studies related but not limited to curricula, enrollment, retention, matriculation, weekly contact hours, staffing patterns, student and faculty characteristics, program vitality and evaluation, program review, community characteristics, student achievement, student learning outcomes, accreditation, and institutional planning and effectiveness.
Makes recommendations for policies, procedures, and systems based on analysis of current and proposed programs and practices.
Designs, implements, and directs the maintenance of specialized data bases and information systems to facilitate research and planning activities.
Evaluates problems to determine whether they are amenable to statistical inquiry and formulates the investigative processes and procedures to be followed.
Plans, assigns, and supervises the work of and provides training to assigned staff of a small research unit.
Analyzes trends in community college education, college and community characteristics, and anticipates planning and information needs.
Selects, adapts, and applies appropriate research and statistical techniques to specific areas of study.
Collects, compiles, describes, organizes, analyzes, interprets, and presents data and information related to matters under study.
Organizes, coordinates, and tracks completion of planning, accreditation, and program review functions and ensures alignment with District mission, goals, objectives, and operating practices.
Coordinates with faculty, staff, and administration on various aspects of planning, accreditation, and program review functions and processes.
Determines sources of data and information and selects the specific units for research sample.
Prepares complex research reports, presentations, and other communications containing descriptive, analytical, and evaluative content including the preparation of conclusions and forecasts based on data summaries and other findings.
Prepares research and statistical findings in proper technical form for publication.
Analyzes research data and findings of other agencies and translates their implications and limitations as they pertain to the District.
Explains research methodology and findings to interested parties.
Effectively utilizes the capabilities of standard and specialized software programs and/or other applications and digital tools in the production of management information and reports.
Directs the maintenance of research records.
Acts as a technical resource to college research staff.
May act on behalf of a supervisor during their absence.
Performs related duties as assigned.
A Senior Research Analyst applies an advanced knowledge of research concepts, methodologies, and processes in conducting difficult and complex institutional research studies and in the development and maintenance of research information systems and supervises the activities of a small research unit.
A Research Analyst applies thorough knowledge and skill in research methodology and analysis in independently performing all phases of complex journey-level research studies including problem definition, study design, data collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of findings.
An Assistant Research Analyst performs professional-level research assignments of moderate complexity related to District educational programs, planning, and development that are characterized by clear and specific objectives in accordance with conventional research techniques and methodology.
General supervision is received from an academic or classified administrator. Immediate supervision is exercised over assigned lower-level analysts and technical and clerical staff.
Knowledge of:
Concepts, methodologies, processes, and terminology applicable to higher education research, planning, accreditation, and program review functions
Principles, theories, techniques, and methods of statistics
Principles of management, organization, and administrative analysis
Principles, theories, techniques, and methods of survey construction, sampling, administration, and reporting
Principles of supervision and training
Management and education functions and procedures as they relate to higher education
Methods of preparation of research reports
Capabilities of computer systems, software, and hardware used in a research unit
Technical writing and data presentation
New trends in the field of research in higher education
Principles, theories, techniques, and methods of data base design
Information systems used in higher education and methods of access for research purposes
Procedures for access to state and national student level information
Principles, theories, techniques, and methods of data warehousing and distribution of information across the institution
Organization and management of records
Skill in:
Using computer software such as data base management, communications, spreadsheets, graphics, word processing, and desk-top publishing applications
Using data management and analysis tools or other advanced data access or distribution software
Ability to:
Plan, conduct, and evaluate complex research studies
Apply conventional and original techniques in research methodology
Apply statistical theory and methods used in the collection, classification, and evaluation of quantitative facts as a basis for inference
Analyze factual information and recognize significant factors, relationships, and trends
Analyze complex data and interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules, regulations, and principles
Determine and evaluate sources of data
Prepare clear, comprehensive and concise reports
Exercise creativity and critical judgment
Deal with novel and difficult problems
Independently complete complex assignments
Instruct others in research principles and methods
Select, motivate, train, and supervise assigned staff
Establish and maintain the cooperation of others in providing information, data, and assistance for the research program
Write comprehensive technical reports and explain information and data in its most meaningful and understandable form
Establish effective inter-personal communications and secure the cooperation of administrators in the implementation of District procedures
Deal effectively and tactfully with a diverse pool of District staff at all levels, representatives of public and private agencies, and the general public
Present complex and difficult technical information effectively orally, visually, and in writing
Effectively utilize computer equipment, software, and management information systems in the performance of duties
Learn new techniques and procedures in college accreditation, institutional accountability and effectiveness, and higher education policy and planning
Learn specialized computer applications
Education and Experience:
A. A doctoral degree from a recognized college or university with a specialization in social science research, economics, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, or other research-oriented specialization.
OR
B. A master's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND two years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position.
OR
C. A bachelor's degree from a recognized college or university with a major in social science research, economics, public policy, educational administration, business administration, public administration, organizational analysis, information science, or other research-oriented specialization AND four years of full-time, paid, professional-level experience in a research or institutional planning position.
Special:
A valid Class “C” California driver's license is required.
Travel to locations throughout the District is required..
Our class specification generally describes the duties, responsibilities, and requirements characteristic of the position(s) within this job class. The duties, responsibilities, and requirements of a particular position within this class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Los Angeles Community College District provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with covered disabilities on a case-by-case basis throughout the application, examination, and hiring processes and throughout employment. If an individual is in doubt about their ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of a position or possession of any other requirement noted in a class specification or job announcement, they should always apply for a position and request reasonable accommodation at the appropriate time.