Director for Assessment and Experiential Learning
Application Procedure:
The University of Texas at Arlington is being assisted by Academic Search. Prospective applicants and nominators may arrange a confidential discussion with senior consultant Tara Singer by emailing tara.singer@academicsearch.org.
Applications should consist of a detailed cover letter addressing the expectations of the position, a current curriculum vitae (CV), and a list of three professional references with contact information and a note explaining the working relationship of each to the applicant. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Complete applications and nominations should be sent electronically to UTADAEL@academicsearch.org. The position is open until filled, but only applications received by May 11, 2025 can be assured full consideration.
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
Job Duties
• Manage Division of Student Affairs assessment initiatives and support Division strategic planning and accreditation compliance efforts, including required and relevant reporting processes.
• Provide leadership, coordination, and expertise in designing, implementing, and interpreting assessment projects related to student development, learning, and educational programming/services, and measuring how these initiatives impact important outcomes, including student success and retention.
• Provide expertise on the types of assessments which will be most effective, as well as guidance on designing instruments, sampling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Assist Student Affairs’ departments in assessment design and application which includes consideration of psychometric characteristics, qualitative/quantitative analysis, and ethical methodology.
• Manage the annual reporting process for the Division.
• Serve as the central resource and advisor to all departments within the Division of Student Affairs on the development of experiential learning opportunities within existing and new programs.
• Provide training and development opportunities to increase knowledge of experiential learning across the Division.
• Support development and monitoring of the Division’s strategic plan with relevant assessment measures focus on the effectiveness of the various strategic processes with primary consideration for the progress of students toward specified learning outcomes and departments’ administrative outcomes.
• Provide oversight and reporting for Division programs and services including planning, data gathering, and analysis. • Consult with the Office Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting in ascertaining and disseminating relevant information concerning student characteristics and experiences.
• Convey information from professional literature, institutional effectiveness research, and other student-related studies to guide planning, policy, and procedures within an integrative University learning environment. • Consult in identifying and advancing compelling programs and services which promote student retention and success. • Provide guidance to Student Affairs’ leadership on program effectiveness and student learning.
• Serve as the data metrics custodian for the Division, assisting departments with retrieving, analyzing, and understanding institutional data pertaining to students.
• Supervise the Data Analyst regarding student data metrics, database management, and assessment consultation for the Division.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs and other campus partners to integrate experiential learning opportunities into new and existing programs, coursework, and the curriculum.
• Serve on University committees as a representative of the Division to promote co-curricular programs and services as contributors to student learning, engagement, and success.
• Provide leadership, coordination, and expertise in designing, implementing, and interpreting assessment projects related to student development, learning, and educational programming/services, and measuring how these initiatives impact important outcomes, including student success and retention.
• Provide expertise on the types of assessments which will be most effective, as well as guidance on designing instruments, sampling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Assist Student Affairs’ departments in assessment design and application which includes consideration of psychometric characteristics, qualitative/quantitative analysis, and ethical methodology.
• Manage the annual reporting process for the Division.
• Serve as the central resource and advisor to all departments within the Division of Student Affairs on the development of experiential learning opportunities within existing and new programs.
• Provide training and development opportunities to increase knowledge of experiential learning across the Division.
• Support development and monitoring of the Division’s strategic plan with relevant assessment measures focus on the effectiveness of the various strategic processes with primary consideration for the progress of students toward specified learning outcomes and departments’ administrative outcomes.
• Provide oversight and reporting for Division programs and services including planning, data gathering, and analysis. • Consult with the Office Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting in ascertaining and disseminating relevant information concerning student characteristics and experiences.
• Convey information from professional literature, institutional effectiveness research, and other student-related studies to guide planning, policy, and procedures within an integrative University learning environment. • Consult in identifying and advancing compelling programs and services which promote student retention and success. • Provide guidance to Student Affairs’ leadership on program effectiveness and student learning.
• Serve as the data metrics custodian for the Division, assisting departments with retrieving, analyzing, and understanding institutional data pertaining to students.
• Supervise the Data Analyst regarding student data metrics, database management, and assessment consultation for the Division.
• Collaborate with Academic Affairs and other campus partners to integrate experiential learning opportunities into new and existing programs, coursework, and the curriculum.
• Serve on University committees as a representative of the Division to promote co-curricular programs and services as contributors to student learning, engagement, and success.
Job Qualifications
The successful candidate for this position will hold a master’s degree and at least three (3) years of experience in assessment research emphasizing learning evaluation and/or equivalent relevant experience. The most competitive candidates will have a doctoral degree or significant progress toward completion of the degree. A background in theory and practice in education, communication, social sciences, or related field and five (5) years or more of data analysis/statistics experience. More information about UTA and the Director position, including a list of essential duties and responsibilities and required and preferred qualifications, may be found here.
Institution Description
The University of Texas Arlington seeks a Director for Assessment and Experiential Learning to coordinate assessment initiatives, advise various experiential learning efforts supported by the Division of Student Affairs, and support strategic planning and accreditation compliance efforts. The Director has ongoing partnerships with staff members in each department in the Division of Student Affairs, and this collaborative work focuses on completing assessment projects each year.
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Student Success and Transitions, the Director for Assessment and Experiential Learning will serve as a senior leader within the Division of Student Affairs. The Director will work on assessment initiatives with staff in the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Reporting, as well as assessment professionals from other divisions and the University’s colleges housed in Academic Affairs. Similarly, the Director works across the Division and the institution as the primary point of contact for experiential learning opportunities inside and outside of the classroom to help students develop marketable skills and prepare for their careers.
The successful candidate for this position will hold a master’s degree and at least three (3) years of experience in assessment research emphasizing learning evaluation and/or equivalent relevant experience. The most competitive candidates will have a doctoral degree or significant progress toward completion of the degree. A background in theory and practice in education, communication, social sciences, or related field and five (5) years or more of data analysis/statistics experience. More information about UTA and the Director position, including a list of essential duties and responsibilities and required and preferred qualifications, may be found here.
The University of Texas at Arlington is being assisted by Academic Search. Prospective applicants and nominators may arrange a confidential discussion with senior consultant Tara Singer by emailing tara.singer@academicsearch.org.
Applications should consist of a detailed cover letter addressing the expectations of the position, a current curriculum vitae (CV), and a list of three professional references with contact information and a note explaining the working relationship of each to the applicant. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Complete applications and nominations should be sent electronically to UTADAEL@academicsearch.org. The position is open until filled, but only applications received by May 11, 2025 can be assured full consideration.
Benefits
OMPENSATION AND BENEFITS The UTA Office of Benefits Services partners with the University of Texas System Office of Employee Benefits (OEB) to offer eligible UTA employees, retirees, and their dependents, high-quality, competitive benefits. UT Benefits Basic Coverage includes the following for all eligible employees.
• UT Select Medical Plan with Prescription Drug Coverage
• $50,000 Basic Group Life Insurance
• $50,000 Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Detailed information about the University’s benefits plan may be found at these two links:
• https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
• https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/ compensation-tools.php
The salary for the position will be competitive and commiserate with education and experience.
• UT Select Medical Plan with Prescription Drug Coverage
• $50,000 Basic Group Life Insurance
• $50,000 Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Detailed information about the University’s benefits plan may be found at these two links:
• https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
• https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/ compensation-tools.php
The salary for the position will be competitive and commiserate with education and experience.
Application Due Date: 2025-05-11
Job Start Date: 2025-07-01
Salary: $85000 - $95000
City: Arlington
State/Province/Region: TX
Institution: University of Texas at Arlington
Reports To: Assistant Vice President for Student Success and Transitions
Staff # Reporting to Position: 1
Reports In Office: Student Affairs
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