Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical, dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurance for employee and eligible dependents, and income protection. Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts. Classified employees also receive vacation, 12 sick leave days and 20 paid holidays.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Analyst II reports to the Dean of Research, Planning and Institutional Effectiveness at San Jose City College. The work schedule is 12 months per year; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Research Analyst II is grant funded and contingent upon yearly funding.

This position is represented by CSEA (California School Employees Association), Chapter 363.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, the Research Analyst II serves as a lead analyst in developing and maintaining institutional research programs. The position provides support for research data management and quality assurance programs; supports the development and maintenance of strategic district or college planning processes; uses and analyzes data and conducts research to support decision-making, budgeting, assessments and evaluations, and enrollment management and to support the district or college in maximizing educational effectiveness and program performance.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serve as a lead research analyst in district or college research projects.

2. Develop institutional research studies using a wide variety of research analysis methodologies and technologies.

3. Collect, compile and assemble statistical data, including the District, regional, state and national.

4. Design, prepare and disseminate a variety of statistical reports and survey data and present to a wide variety of audiences both internal and external.

5. Establish and maintain databases related to student success including retention, persistence, course completion, placement and others.

6. Develop, use, and maintain query tools and templates for accessing data in data warehouse and other databases; assess needs for access and query templates.

7. Work as a team member in composing, preparing, editing and proofing other office research documents, reports, memos, and correspondence prior to college-wide or district-wide distribution.

8. Provide training and support for faculty and staff on query tools, templates, and topics of special research interest, including research/evaluation/survey designs, statistical methods, testing and assessment concepts.

9. Support colleges in the preparation of grant applications and reporting such as Title III to funding organizations.

10. Assist with other college studies including studies of transfer rates, transfer readiness, institutional effectiveness and student satisfaction.

11. Stay current on findings and trends in institutional research and planning, especially as related to data management, data warehousing, decision support systems, and institutional research web site use and support.

12. Participate in local, regional, and state activities to promote institutional research and planning and for professional development.

13. Represent the department on district or college planning councils and institutional effectiveness committees.

14. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

1. Research design, methods, sampling, statistics, and analytical strategies and techniques typically used in institutional research.

2. Current management information systems software including database, spreadsheet and graphic display.

3. Advanced formula and macro usage in spreadsheets and databases.

4. Database query tool use, data reduction and display techniques.

5. California community college data element structures.

6. Principles and techniques of information display and presentation in an environment with diverse audience.

7. Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computer operation.

8. Oral and written communication skills.

Skills and Ability to:

1. Lead in the development and maintenance of complex database systems and a decision-support system for institutional research purposes

2. Design and conduct institutional research projects and studies including research design, methods, statistical analysis, qualitative research methods, and analytical techniques.

3. Set up database for projects with a view to the datas relationship to the total project goals and outputs.

4. Read, analyze and interpret statistical reports, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.

5. Write reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals.

6. Gather, validate and interpret data from a wide variety of sources including literature and Internet searches.

7. Perform appropriate statistical analyses and interpret results and findings.

8. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

9. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

10. Work independently with little supervision; prioritize work and meet schedules.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelors degree in statistics, mathematics or related field.

2. Two years of directly related research work experience.

3. Work experience as a lead with evidence of increasing responsibility over the work of others.

For positions that require a degree or coursework:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

1. Typical office environment.

Physical Demands:

1. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.

2. Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

3. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone.

4. Seeing to read a variety of materials.

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Fall 2022, with enrollment of approximately 14,400 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Latinx 48%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31%, American Indian/Native American 0.3%, White/Caucasian 9%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 42% Latinx, 28% Asian/Pacific Islander, 5% Black/African American, 1% American Indian/Native American, 18% White/Caucasian, as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

CONTACT:

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.

2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).

3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE

4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).
Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.

OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION:

1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.

2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.

3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.

4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.

5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.

7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:

Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website: http://www.acei-global.org/

Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com

International Education Research Foundation
Website: http://www.ierf.org/

World Education Services
Website: www.wes.org