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The Director of Institutional Research at Palm Beach State College will lead efforts in data literacy and business intelligence to support institutional goals, manage institutional data, and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Responsibilities: Lead a culture of data literacy, manage institutional data, and oversee research reporting. Ensure accuracy of state and federal reports and analyze data related to various institutional metrics.

Skills: Expertise in Microsoft Office, statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS, Python), data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau), and knowledge of higher education reporting requirements.

Qualifications: Master's degree with six years of relevant research experience, preferably in education; a Doctoral degree and experience in community colleges are preferred.

Location: Lake Worth, Florida, USA. Potential remote options are available.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $90,000 - $125,000.

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What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for curating and leading a culture of data literacy and decision making across the organization. Provides leadership for research, reporting, and business intelligence to support institutional goals. Serves as the primary custodian of institutional data and ensures timely and accurate submission of state and federal reports. Directs the development, analysis, and dissemination of data, which includes, but is not limited to, academic programs, accreditation, enrollment, engagement, economic impact, and demographics.

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We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree
• Six years of related experience in research activities in education or a related field, with at least two years in supervisory or leadership roles

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
• Statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS, Python).
• Data visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• State and federal reporting and compliance in higher education (e.g., IPEDS and state reporting)
• Survey methodology, questionnaire design, and program evaluation
• Institutional data systems (student information, enrollment, HR, finance)

Preferred, but not a must :

Education and Experience:

• Doctoral degree
• Experience in a community college or multi-campus environment
• Demonstrated experience with advanced analytics, such as machine learning methods or AI-assisted modeling
• Experience with data architecture and pipelines (e.g., data warehouses, ETL)

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• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.
• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and semester breaks.
• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.
• Retirement Investments : State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled with an initial review date of December 1, 2025.