"Director of Assessment and Outcomes; OPCVM"

Director of Assessment and Outcomes; OPCVM

Company: Lincoln Memorial University

Job Location: Harrogate, 37752

Category: Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance

Type: Full-Time

Department: CVM Academic Affairs OPFL

Position Category: Staff Full Time

Job Description

The Director of Assessment and Outcomes leads the development, coordination, and continuous improvement of student assessment systems and programmatic outcomes measurement across the College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park. This position oversees examination processes, learning outcomes assessment, data analysis, and reporting structures that inform academic quality, strategic planning, and accreditation documentation.

The Director collaborates closely with faculty and leadership to compile, analyze, and synthesize assessment metrics used in accreditation reporting and institutional effectiveness initiatives. This role requires the regular exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance, including evaluating student performance data, identifying trends, recommending improvements, and ensuring alignment between curricular objectives, assessment practices, and program-level outcomes.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, Assessment, Higher Education Administration, or related field
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in assessment, institutional effectiveness, or academic administration

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral or advanced degree in Education, Higher Education Administration, Assessment, or related field
• Experience compiling data for accreditation or regulatory reporting
• Familiarity with veterinary medical education or professional program assessment

Campus: Orange Park Florida

Posting Number: S05090P

Job Open Date: 03/16/2026

Job Close Date: 06/30/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Job Duties

• Oversee processes related to exam formation, blueprinting, administration, and post-exam analysis
• Guide faculty in best practices for exam construction, item quality, reliability, and validity.
• Periodically audit the examination bank to ensure alignment with learning objectives and competency expectations
• Monitor exam performance trends and provide data-informed recommendations to improve assessment quality and fairness
• Support exam scheduling logistics and ensure integrity and security of examination processes
• Design and manage systems to measure student learning outcomes and program-level performance indicators across didactic and clinical education
• Compile, analyze, and report assessment data to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and summaries that inform Academic Affairs decision-making and strategic planning.
• Facilitate curricular mapping processes to ensure alignment between objectives, instruction, and assessment
• Identify longitudinal trends in student progression, competency attainment, and program effectiveness
• Compile and synthesize assessment metrics and documentation required for accreditation reports and regulatory submissions
• Maintain organized repositories of evidence supporting compliance with accreditation standards
• Collaborate with College leadership in preparing data-driven sections of self-studies, interim reports, and institutional reviews
• Ensure that assessment processes generate reliable evidence aligned with stated outcome goals
• Contribute assessment data and analysis to College strategic planning efforts.
• Develop measurable goals and key performance indicators related to academic quality and student success
• Recommend data-informed adjustments to improve student learning outcomes and program effectiveness
• Support alignment between institutional priorities and assessment practices
• Provide support and training to faculty related to assessment literacy, exam design, and outcomes measurement
• Communicate policies and procedures related to assessment clearly and consistently
• Promote effective working relationships among faculty, staff, and students in support of academic quality initiatives
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of exams, assessment records, and student performance data
• Handle sensitive academic records in compliance with FERPA, institutional policies, and accreditation expectations.
• Exercise professionalism and sound judgment in communications related to academic performance and institutional data.
• Perform duties in support of the College's and University's mission and evolving needs

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