<p>Florida A&M University's Division of Strategic Planning, Analysis and Institutional Effectiveness (SPAIE) is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Associate Vice President of SPAIE vacancy.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <p>The Associate Vice President of Strategic Planning, Analysis, and Institutional Effectiveness (AVP-SPAIE) provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the university's planning, data analytics, and institutional research functions. This role is responsible for advancing a culture of evidence-based decision making by ensuring the accuracy, accessibility, and strategic use of institutional data to inform policy, planning, assessment, and continuous improvement across the institution; Reporting to the Vice President for Strategic Planning, Analysis & Institutional Effectiveness (VP-SPAIE), the AVP leads teams responsible for institutional research, strategic planning, assessment, and data governance, ensuring alignment with the university's mission, strategic priorities, and regulatory reporting requirements; and improve the effectiveness processes and services related to accreditation standards, academic policies, external regulatory agencies, and state and federal higher education regulations.</p> <p>Lead and coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring of the university's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and external mandates; Collaborate with senior leadership to define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and institutional success metrics; Facilitate data-informed strategic and operational planning at institutional, college and departmental levels; Oversee the design, collection, analysis, and dissemination of institutional data to support decision-making, planning, accreditation, and accountability efforts; Manage reporting obligations to state and federal agencies (e.g., SUDS, IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education); Ensure the integrity and accuracy of institutional data through effective data governance and quality assurance practices; Lead institutional surveys, data dashboards, and analytics initiatives to inform leadership and stakeholders; Support institutional and program-level accreditation through the provision of data, analysis and performance.</p> <p>Partner with academic and administrative units to develop and assess outcomes-based measures of effectiveness; Provide evidence-based insights to guide institutional improvement and compliance with accreditation standards; Develop and implement policies and frameworks for effective data governance and stewardship; Collaborate with IT and other units to maintain secure and efficient data systems and reporting platforms; Promote transparency and consistency in data reporting across all university functions; Supervise and mentor professional staff in the area of institutional research, planning, analytics, and assessment; Collaborate across divisions and colleges to foster a culture of data-informed decision-making; Represent the university to external agencies, consortia, and professional organizations on matters of institutional data and strategy; Manage departmental budget including Title III reporting and website; Perform related duties as assigned.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and nine years of related experience; or master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and seven years of related experience.</p> <p>Recommended Competencies</p> <p>Skill in aligning research efforts with institutional goals and decision-making;</p> <p>Advanced ability to analyze complex institutional data and draw actionable insights;</p> <p>Deep understanding of research design, survey methodologies, benchmarking, and predictive modeling;</p> <p>Strong planning and execution of multi-phase projects with competing deadlines; and,</p> <p>Can effectively translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives for stakeholders.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <p>Master's or doctoral degree in higher education administration, statistics, business administration, data analytics, or a related field; Minimum of (7) years of progressive leadership experience in strategic planning, institutional research, data analytics or related fields within higher education; Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, assessment methodologies, and performance metrics; Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders; and, Experience with data management systems, statistical software, and proficiency in MS Office Suite.</p> <p>Pay Plan</p> <p>This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.</p> <p>Conditions of Employment</p> <p>Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.</p> <p>Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.</p> <p>Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person's period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.</p> <p>Reasonable Accommodation</p> <p>If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity/Access</p> <p>Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p> <p>Contact Information</p> <p>Please email inquiries to roddrick1.jones@famu.edu.</p> <p>Schedule</p> <p>8:00 am - 5:00 pm - Monday - Friday</p> <p>Apply for Job</p> <ul> <li> <p>Careers</p> </li><li> <p>Sign In</p> </li><li> <p>New User</p> </li></ul>