"Assessment Specialist"

Job Details

Assessment Specialist
Job ID: 291204
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 'high research' university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.
With three vibrant campuses ' the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville ' Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.
Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.
Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of 'America's Best-In-State Employers' for 2025.
Location
Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA
Department Information
Office of Career and Professional Development
Job Summary
Provide leadership and support in developing, implementing, monitoring, and sustaining data and reporting for the Office of Career and Professional Development. Develop, maintain, and manage processes for the collection, archiving, analysis, reporting and ongoing tracking of annual assessment documents, including the University's First Destination Survey.
Responsibilities

• Coordinate all assessment-related functions in the Office of Career and Professional Development
• Lead the University's First Destination Survey coordination and reporting. Collaborate with each Academic College to identify and consolidate college-specific outcome reporting into one University report
• Analyze data and develop reports as required for accountability and accreditation
• Partner and collaborate with the Office of Institutional Research and the Office of Institutional Assessment and Accreditation to leverage existing databases to assess the impact of the Office of Career and Professional Development programs and services
• Research and analyze Career and Professional Development student activity data in Handshake and other databases to assess department impact and inform program changes
• Provide ongoing support in analyzing and reporting on student learning outcomes assessed on all three campuses
• Actively participate in relevant assessment committees at the University as requested

Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Three (3) or more years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in mathematics, statistics, social or behavioral science, education, or closely related field

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and interpretation of data, report writing, and communicating findings to a range of audiences, including policy makers, educators, and the general public

Proposed Salary
$24.17 per hour
***This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.***
Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date
October 24, 2025
***Application review may begin on October 10, 2025.*** Other Information

• Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation
• Work generally performed in an office environment
• Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours
• Travel may be required