DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Equity and Student Achievement, the Dean, Institutional Effectiveness, Research, Planning, and Accreditation provides executive leadership and districtwide oversight of institutional research, data analytics, accreditation, accountability, integrated planning , Program Review, and innovation initiatives. The Dean serves as the College’s chief steward of institutional data and evidence, ensuring data integrity, transparency, and strategic use to support Board policy, accreditation compliance, continuous quality improvement, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making. The position leads the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of institutional data to advance student access, equity, retention, completion, and success, and fosters a culture of inquiry, innovation, and accountability across instructional, student services, and administrative areas.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
SUPERVISION RECEIVED (AND EXERCISED):
The incumbent works under minimal supervision from the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Equity and Student Achievement and exercises independent judgment in daily operations. Provides directions, leadership, and evaluation to staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. The description below is intended to provide a summary of the typical functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the position.
Essential duties are indicated by (E).
Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Equity and Student Achievement, the Dean, Institutional Effectiveness, Research, Planning, and Accreditation provides executive leadership and districtwide oversight of institutional research, data analytics, accreditation, accountability, integrated planning , Program Review, and innovation initiatives. The Dean serves as the College’s chief steward of institutional data and evidence, ensuring data integrity, transparency, and strategic use to support Board policy, accreditation compliance, continuous quality improvement, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making. The position leads the collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of institutional data to advance student access, equity, retention, completion, and success, and fosters a culture of inquiry, innovation, and accountability across instructional, student services, and administrative areas.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
SUPERVISION RECEIVED (AND EXERCISED):
The incumbent works under minimal supervision from the Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Equity and Student Achievement and exercises independent judgment in daily operations. Provides directions, leadership, and evaluation to staff.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. The description below is intended to provide a summary of the typical functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the position.
Essential duties are indicated by (E).
- Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for institutional research, data analytics, accreditation, accountability, integrated planning, Program Review, and innovation initiatives. (E)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in institutional research, statistics, data analytics, social sciences, higher education, educational leadership, public administration, or a closely related field.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in institutional research, accreditation, accountability, data analytics, or institutional effectiveness within higher education.
- Demonstrated experience leading college-wide or districtwide research, planning, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and innovation initiatives.
- Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience.
- May be required to hold and maintain a valid driver license ‘if and when’ travel is required in the course of work.
- May be required to travel for various off-site meetings, trainings, conferences, and/or events in support of the overall objective of the position.
Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Knowledge of:
- Community college mission, governance structures, accreditation systems, and statewide and federal accountability frameworks.
- Districtwide and college-level organizational operations, decision-making structures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the California Education Code, Title 5, FERPA, and related compliance requirements.
- Accreditation standards, institutional self-evaluation processes, compliance monitoring, substantive change requirements, and continuous accreditation readiness practices.
- Strategic, integrated, and long-range planning frameworks, including institutional effectiveness models and continuous quality improvement methodologies.
- Advanced institutional research theory and practice, including quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, statistical analysis, survey design, assessment, and program evaluation at the executive decision-making level.
- Student access, equity, retention, completion, transfer, and workforce outcome frameworks used in community college accountability and performance reporting systems.
- Data governance, data integrity, privacy, security, and ethical standards governing the institutional use of data.
- Enterprise-level data systems, data warehouses, analytics platforms, dashboards, and reporting tools used to support institutional planning, policy development, and resource prioritization.
- Innovation and change management principles, including the design, implementation, and evaluation of pilot and continuous improvement initiatives.
- External funding accountability and performance measurement frameworks aligned with institutional effectiveness and student success goals.
- Fiscal and budgetary principles related to institutional planning, resource allocation, and sustainability within higher education environments.
- Change management, organizational leadership, and governance practices applicable to complex, multi-constituent institutions.
- Executive communication standards for policy briefs, accreditation narratives, Board reports, and institutional publications.
- Executive-level analytical and critical-thinking skills to synthesize complex data, assess institutional performance, and inform strategic and policy decisions.
- Translating institutional data and needs assessments into planning documents and evaluation frameworks.
- Strategic leadership and project management skills to guide accreditation cycles, integrated planning processes, and institution-wide research and effectiveness initiatives.
- Organizational leadership skills to direct professional teams, set priorities, and align operational work with institutional goals.
- Leading cross-functional innovation initiatives and aligning emerging practices with institutional priorities and compliance requirements.
- Advanced written and oral communication skills to prepare and present technical analyses, accreditation documentation, and executive reports to governing boards, leadership teams, and participatory governance bodies.
- High-level proficiency in data visualization, institutional analytics, and research tools to support transparency and informed decision-making.
- Political acumen and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with faculty, administrators, staff, and external agencies in a shared-governance environment.
- Provide executive leadership and institutional authority over research, accreditation, planning, and effectiveness functions.
- Serve as a principal advisor to executive leadership on institutional performance, compliance, risk, and strategic priorities.
- Lead accreditation and accountability efforts with a high degree of accuracy, credibility, and institutional impact.
- Translate complex data, research findings, and regulatory requirements into actionable recommendations that guide policy and resource decisions.
- Establish and enforce institution-wide standards for data governance, assessment, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Exercise broad independent judgment, discretion, and accountability in high-impact institutional matters.
- Foster institutional innovation while maintaining compliance, accountability, and alignment with strategic goals.
- Foster a culture of equity, transparency, inquiry, and continuous improvement across instructional, student services, and administrative areas.
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships across divisions and with external agencies, accreditors, and system partners.
- Manage multiple, complex, and time-sensitive initiatives while meeting accreditation, regulatory, and institutional deadlines.
- Uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice.
APPLICATION PROCESS – PLEASE READ
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
- Application
- Current resume
- Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
- DEIA Supplemental Question
- Scanned copy of official transcripts (unofficial) with degree
conferred date(s) with required degree(s).
- Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
- Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://www.naces.org/ is acceptable.
- Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missin g documents will not be considered.
VISA
Please be advised that AVC:
- Does not sponsor employment visas,
- Does not participate in E-Verify, and
- Does not complete documentation related to STEM OPT or
other F-1 visa programs.
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (Human Resources) department at (661) 722-6311.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu .
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Antelope Valley Community College District.
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